Namdaemun Market Gourmand Alley (Kalguksu Alley) (남대문시장 먹자골목(칼국수 골목))

2.4 Km 1 2023-11-06

42-1, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Namdaemun Market is a massive market in Seoul filled with history and traditions. In the market, there is a place where people can dine without worrying about time or money, in an unmistakably Korean atmosphere, and that is the Gourmand Alley (Kalguksu Alley). The alley is lined with stalls selling similar fare, and people sit down in front of them, shoulder to shoulder, to enjoy their meal. Namdaemun Market’s Gourmand Alley specializes in noodle soup and steamed barley rice sets. The latter is a mixture of rice and barley, which is then steamed together. Its call to popularity is the nutty flavor imparted by barley. It has a healthy taste like no other, so make sure to check it out. Each order often comes with two or three separate menus (noodle soup, steamed rice, cold buckwheat noodles, etc.), along with a sumptuous array of side dishes like kimchi. Because this spot is beloved by diners of all ages, one often has to wait to get one’s turn during meal hours or on weekends. Keep in mind that the alley’s age often manifests itself in its crowdedness and lower attention to hygiene.
Another thing to note is that first-time visitors often find it difficult to find the entrance to the alley. The entrance is the transparent plastic door right next to “Segye-ro Eyeglasses Shop,” which can be found right across from Exit 5 of Hoehyeon Station on Seoul Subway Line 4. The door is rather small and difficult to find, but once you enter the doorway, you will immediately see the stalls unfolding in front of your eyes.

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2.4 Km 0 2024-06-27

5, Toegye-ro 6-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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2.4 Km 31365 2024-03-15

Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2148-1807

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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Seoul Namdaemun [Korea Quality] / 라마다 호텔앤스위트 서울남대문 [한국관광 품질인증/Korea Quality]

2.4 Km 37 2021-03-29

27, Chilpae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-775-7000

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Seoul Namdaemun is located in Sunhwa-dong, Jung-gu, at the center of Korea’s capital. Its location gives guests excellent access to Seoul’s major tourist sights, and some major sights like Namdaemun Market, the City Hall, Myeongdong, Gwanghwamun Gate, and Deoksugung Palace are reachable on foot. Seoul Station and City Hall Station are located nearby for good access to public transportation. The hotel is often used by international visitors to Seoul.
There are 244 rooms in total, from Superior Double and Twin to Deluxe Double and Twin, Triple, Premier Twin, Quad, Junior Suite Double, Corner Suite, Atrium Suite Family, etc. Facilities include a restaurant, a conference room, a cafe, an underground arcade, and a currency exchange kiosk. The business center offers copying, printing, scanning, and fax services. Up to 2 dogs can be brought into the room, but dogs carry a surcharge for cleaning per day and dog.

Nolboo Bossam & Budaejjigae Euljiro6ga(놀부보쌈&부대찌개 을지로6가)

2.4 Km 83 2020-10-30

2F, 34, Euljiro43-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2264-1669

This is a Korean cuisine located in Dongdaemun Gate, Seoul. One of Korea’s representative restaurant franchises. The best menu at this restaurant is napa wraps with pork.

Eunhangnamujip (은행나무집)

2.4 Km 393 2021-06-30

30, Eulji-ro, 43-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2273-0160

The favorite store of office workers. The best menu at this restaurant is marinated grilled beef ribs. This is a Korean cuisine located in Dongdaemun Gate, Seoul.

GS25 - Dongdaemun Fashion Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25동대문패션점)

2.4 Km 0 2024-06-27

#101, 254, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

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2.4 Km 74 2024-03-11

1FL, 30, Eulji-ro 43-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2274-0410

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2.4 Km 80 2021-04-09

13, Jangchungdan-ro, 13-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2275-9023

It is a place where you can enjoy grilled jjukumi (webfoot octopus) with egg wraps. The best menu at this restaurant is sausage stew. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Jangan Accessory Shopping Center (장안 액세서리상가)

2.4 Km 19702 2021-06-04

42-2, Namdaemunsijang 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-753-5600

Jangan Accessory Shopping Center has a history of offering visitors unique accessories with colorful designs. Each shop boasts its own items, different from other stores. Visitors can enjoy purchasing accessories at discounted prices.

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