Seoul

Shopping

The Gangnam or Kangnam area though upscale is very popular. The famous COEX mall is also in this area and is easily reachable. Keeping in mind the high priced shops be sure to come here with a wallet that is suitably loaded!

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Apkujong

Apkujong is the fashionista haven of Seoul. Situated in the Kangnam area, it has several upscale department stores and funky boutiques almost everywhere you look.

ABC Mart

" Shoes galore at this store will have you dazzled by the enormity of the selection displayed. The range and number is enough to make even Imelda Marcos swoon.

Washington Shirt

The custom-made business shirts available here are mostly plain (you couldn't walk into your office sporting an Aloha shirt) though the shop does offer a range of designs for you to choose from.

Bandi and Luni's

Buy books from this amazing bookshop which has a collection so large it will take you hours before you feel like leaving.

Hongdae Artists' Saturday Market

This small Saturday market in the park outside Hongik University definitely gives you the feel of a local fun fair.

Gangnam (Also known as Kangnam)

The Gangnam or Kangnam area though upscale is very popular. The famous COEX mall is also in this area and is easily reachable.

COEX

COEX Mall in the heart of Seoul is where shopping, culture, education and leisure are integrated within one complex.

Boon the Shop

This multi-brand boutique with an ambience of a sleek urban fashionista is a favorite haunt of the Korean celebs.

Galleria

If you are the type that eats, breathes, sleeps and lives fashion, then this is one place you simply can't miss. that's the Galleria for you!

Jewel Button

Two top Seoul designers create hand-made jewelry in award-winning designs which are available at this shop. Tel: (02) 733 9394 Address: Gwanghwamun

Taste maximum

Kim Gyu-sik, the up and coming Seoul fashion designer and his associates have set up this little boutique in Apgujeong and in Lotte department store in Myeong-dong.

Dongdaemun

Possibly one of the best markets in the city to find knockoffs of almost anything found at the department stores or boutiques in the Kangnam area, at a fraction of the price!

Jamsil

Jamsil is a great place for younger people as it has got tons of stuff for the younger generation. An ice rink, movie theaters, a sports center, and several other attractions are just the icing on the cake.

Dynasty Tailor

Reasaonably priced and with a reputation to uphold, Dynasty makes sure they tailor-make your clothes to perfection. Pure wool custom-made suits that cost around 250,000 take about three days to make.

Kim Young Joo Millano

A well-known local designer showcases his creativity in this boutique where he artistically transforms hanbok, the spectacular traditional clothing, into apparel suited for the modern times.

Gajukgongyebang

In this tiny shop you can watch with fascination as an elderly artisan lovingly hand crafts leather goods as per your requirement. Tel: (02) 392 4453 Address: Sinchon

Myong Dong

The best place to find bargains in town is Myong Dong. A trendy area filled with clothes that teens and a younger crowd will definitely love.

Namdaemun

Within walking distance of the South Gate, this is one of the city's most popular open-air markets that carries almost everything at extremely low prices. A great place to find anything at dirt cheap rates!

Itaewon

Itaewon is bargain hunter central! It is a great place for people who can go treasure hunting in piles of stuff to look for Korea manufactured, rejected-for-export designer clothing, and accessories.

Namdaemun Market

This huge market has its roots in history, dating back to the 15th century. A haven for tourists and locals, this market has on sale in its shops and stalls an amazing variety of goods from ginseng, dried seawe

Star Market

If low prices and sassy style are what you are looking for, then look no further. You will find all that your heart desires at this new youth-oriented fashion store and café.