Namdaemunsijang 남대문시장
Namdaemunsijang: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks busy (daily crowd index 97); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Sun, Nov 1; weekday average 89, weekend average 83; the quietest day of the week is Sunday; opening hours: 09:00–19:00 (KST).
- Type
- Traditional market
- Area
- Jung-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours
- 09:00–19:00 (KST)
- Parking nearby
- 13 lots within 500 m · about 185 spaces
- Popularity
- One of the most visited spots in the area
Namdaemunsijang: least crowded days in the next 30 days
This is the daily crowd index forecast by the Korea Tourism Organization from mobile-network data. 100 = this place's busiest period, so 50 means about half as busy as its peak. It covers the whole day — even busy days can be quiet early in the morning or in the evening.
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2892 | 2993 | 3094 | 3197 | |||
| 11/157 | 286 | 389 | 484 | 589 | 692 | 798 |
| 866 | 980 | 1088 | 1192 | 1291 | 1394 | 1499 |
| 1569 | 1686 | 1790 | 1886 | 1990 | 2092 | 21100 |
| 2276 | 2387 | 2490 | 2584 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sun, Nov 1 57 · Sun, Nov 8 66 · Sun, Nov 15 69 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Sun, Nov 1 57 · Sun, Nov 8 66 · Sun, Nov 15 69 |
| Busiest days | Sat, Nov 7 98 · Sat, Nov 14 99 · Sat, Nov 21 100 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 89 · weekends 83 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 85 · Tue 89 · Wed 88 · Thu 91 · Fri 93 · Sat 99 · Sun 67 (bold = quietest day) |
Festivals & events nearby
- Yangjaecheoneul Pumeun Yangjaedoseogwan 「mulgil Ttara Geurimchaek Yeohaeng」 양재천을 품은 양재도서관 「물길 따라 그림책 여행」 On now Sat, Oct 10 – Sun, Nov 8 · 11 km
- Nowondalbitsanchaek 노원달빛산책 On now Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Nov 8 · 13 km
- 《sojangpum, Sidaeui Jangmyeondeul》 《소장품, 시대의 장면들》 On now Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Dec 6 · 3 km
- Sium Sium Morning On now Sun, Oct 18 – Sun, Nov 29 · 12 km
FAQ
- Is there parking at Namdaemunsijang?
- Yes. On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Namdaemunsijang?
- 09:00–19:00 (KST). Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Namdaemunsijang least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Sunday is the quietest day of the week (average 67) and Saturday the busiest (average 99). The single quietest day is Sun, Nov 1.
- What time should I visit Namdaemunsijang to avoid the crowds?
- Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving right after opening (09:00) or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.
- Will Namdaemunsijang be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be busy (daily crowd index 97; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
Nearby attractions
- Namdaemun Galchijorimgolmok 남대문 갈치조림골목 0.1 km · Street & village
- Namdaemuninsamsijang 남대문인삼시장 0.1 km · Traditional market
- Sangdonggyohoe 상동교회 0.2 km · Temple & religious site
- Myeong-dong, Namdaemun, Bukchang-dong, Da-dong and Mugyo-dong Special Tourist Zone 0.2 km · Tourist complex
- Sungnyemun Gate 0.2 km · Historic site
- Pikeunik 피크닉 0.3 km · Museum & gallery
- Daehanjegukgun Seoulsiga Jeontuji 대한제국군 서울시가 전투지 0.4 km · Historic site
- Bank of Korea Money Museum 0.4 km · Museum & gallery