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Seoul: Gwangjang Market Street Food & Rice Wine Walk

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2.5-hour trip from Seoul visiting Gwangjang Market, Gwangjang Market and Gwangjang Market. Operated by Foodprint Tours.

Highlights

  • Explore historic Gwangjang Market, Korea’s premier street food destination

Seoul: Gwangjang Market Street Food & Rice Wine Walk: Key Facts

PriceFrom $251 per person
Duration2.5 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Seoul: Gwangjang Market Street Food & Rice Wine Walk

2.5-hour trip from Seoul visiting Gwangjang Market, Gwangjang Market and Gwangjang Market. Operated by Foodprint Tours.
2.5 hours
English
$251
Free cancellation

Full description

A 2.5-hour trip out of Seoul taking in Gwangjang Market.

At Gwangjang Market you get food tasting, regional food.

The price covers guided walking street food tour through historic Gwangjang Market, Local English-speaking expert guide, Mini Mayak Kimbap with tangy mustard sauce and Skewered Oden fish cakes & warm radish broth. It does not cover dietary Substitutions: This tour does not accommodate vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free diets (menu contains pork, beef, and seafood), Additional Drinks: Extra alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, or bottled water outside the included Makgeolli and Hotel Transfers: Pickup and drop-off are not included (the tour meets directly outside the market metro exit), so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $251 together rather than $251 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting location:

138 Jongno 5(o)-ga, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

Gwangjang Market

Food tasting, Regional food (20 minutes)

Gwangjang Market

Street food, Food tasting (20 minutes)

Gwangjang Market

Street food, Food tasting (15 minutes)

Gwangjang Market

Regional food (30 minutes)

Gwangjang Market

Local snacks (15 minutes)

Gwangjang Market

Spirits (20 minutes)

Gwangjang Market

Dessert (15 minutes)

Arrive back at:

Gwangjang Market ( Korea food )

Includes

  • Guided walking street food tour through historic Gwangjang Market
  • Local English-speaking expert guide
  • Mini Mayak Kimbap with tangy mustard sauce
  • Skewered Oden fish cakes & warm radish broth
  • Spicy, sweet Tteokbokki rice cakes
  • Fresh hand-cut Kalguksu noodle soup & hand-wrapped Mandu dumplings
  • Crispy mung bean Bindaetteok pancake
  • Traditional chilled Makgeolli rice wine bowl
  • Sweet melted cinnamon Honey Hotteok
  • Fresh golden Kkwabaegi twisted donut
  • Small-group and Private option adaptability

Excludes

  • Dietary Substitutions: This tour does not accommodate vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free diets (menu contains pork, beef, and seafood).
  • Additional Drinks: Extra alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, or bottled water outside the included Makgeolli.
  • Hotel Transfers: Pickup and drop-off are not included (the tour meets directly outside the market metro exit).

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
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$251
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Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Frequently Asked Questions

Guided walking street food tour through historic Gwangjang Market, Local English-speaking expert guide, Mini Mayak Kimbap with tangy mustard sauce, Skewered Oden fish cakes & warm radish broth, Spicy, sweet Tteokbokki rice cakes, Fresh hand-cut Kalguksu noodle soup & hand-wrapped Mandu dumplings, Crispy mung bean Bindaetteok pancake, Traditional chilled Makgeolli rice wine bowl, Sweet melted cinnamon Honey Hotteok, Fresh golden Kkwabaegi twisted donut, Small-group and Private option adaptability
The duration of the Seoul: Gwangjang Market Street Food & Rice Wine Walk is typically 2.5 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$251Free cancellation