Gwangjang Market
Gwangjang Market: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks busy (daily crowd index 100); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Wed, Nov 4; weekday average 70, weekend average 78; the quietest day of the week is Sunday; opening hours: 09:00–23:00 (KST).
- Type
- Traditional market
- Area
- Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Address
- 88, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Opening hours
- 09:00–23:00 (KST)
- Parking nearby
- 12 lots within 500 m · about 210 spaces
- Popularity
- One of the most visited spots in the area
Gwangjang Market: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2880 | 2982 | 3090 | 31100 | |||
| 11/156 | 254 | 354 | 450 | 560 | 676 | 792 |
| 857 | 961 | 1065 | 1164 | 1269 | 1382 | 1491 |
| 1561 | 1661 | 1773 | 1871 | 1976 | 2081 | 2198 |
| 2266 | 2368 | 2474 | 2573 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sun, Nov 1 56 · Sun, Nov 8 57 · Sun, Nov 15 61 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Mon, Nov 2 54 · Tue, Nov 3 54 · Wed, Nov 4 50 |
| Busiest days | Sat, Oct 31 100 · Sat, Nov 7 92 · Sat, Nov 21 98 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 70 · weekends 78 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 61 · Tue 67 · Wed 68 · Thu 72 · Fri 82 · Sat 95 · Sun 60 (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 · 11 km
- 《sojangpum, Sidaeui Jangmyeondeul》 《소장품, 시대의 장면들》 On now Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Dec 6 · 1 km
- Sium Sium Morning On now Sun, Oct 18 – Sun, Nov 29 · 11 km
FAQ
- Is there parking at Gwangjang Market?
- Yes. On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Gwangjang Market?
- 09:00–23:00 (KST). Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Gwangjang Market least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Sunday is the quietest day of the week (average 60) and Saturday the busiest (average 95). The single quietest day is Wed, Nov 4.
- What time should I visit Gwangjang Market 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 Gwangjang Market be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be busy (daily crowd index 100; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
Nearby attractions
- RAWROW Gwangjang Market Branch[Tax Refund Shop] 0.0 km
- PLEATS MAMA EEUT Gwangjang Market Branch [Tax Refund Shop] 0.1 km
- Gwangjangsijang 365iljang 광장시장 365일장 0.1 km
- Gwangjangsijang Hanbokmaejang 광장시장 한복매장 0.1 km · Traditional market
- Bangsan Wholesale Market 0.2 km · Traditional market
- Doosan Art Center 0.2 km · Performance venue
- Dusangaelleori 두산갤러리 0.2 km · Museum & gallery
- Daeangonggan Rupeu 대안공간 루프 0.3 km · Museum & gallery