Sightseeing by day, shopping by night: planning an evening beauty run in Seoul
On a packed itinerary, beauty shopping always gets pushed to the evening. Go without a plan, though, and you'll end up staring at closed shutters. Here's what travellers commonly share.
1. Check opening hours first
- Even within one brand, closing times differ by store. Map apps are sometimes wrong, so double-check the official store info
- Department stores and malls often close earlier than street shops
2. Stick to one neighbourhood
- Travel time hurts at night. Many people group a big store, road shops and Daiso in one area
- Myeongdong and Hongdae come up a lot as areas that stay lively late
3. Keep testing light
- You've been wearing sunscreen and makeup all day, so back-of-hand swatches are easier
- For skincare, a common tip is to buy samples or minis first
4. Sort your haul
- Before heading back, organising tax refund receipts and what you bought saves hassle later
Do you have an evening shopping routine? Share any good stores that stay open late.
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