5 Best Markets in Jeju

The Five-Day Folk Market is a sprawling mix of stalls that is very popular with locals. You’ll see them arriving early and weaving their way through the alleys of fresh produce, seafood, flowers, and medicinal herbs. You’ll love the noisy banter and watching the vendors encouraging passers-by to buy their homegrown vegetables and fresh ginseng.

As its name suggests, the market takes place every 5 days, so check that the date ends with a 2 or a 7 before visiting, to ensure it’s open. Parking can be challenging at this busy market, but there’s a taxi stand directly in front of the entrance if you aren’t on a bus route.

Foodies will love Dongmun Traditional Market and it’s known for its fresh seafood, but you’ll find lots of delicious produce, including Jeju’s legendary hallabong (a hybrid, tangerine-orange fruit). The market is across from the bus station. Check with your hotel as some shuttle services stop at Dongmun too.

Head to the back of this indoor market after 5 pm and you’ll hear noisy chatter as the night market gets underway. The tempting aroma of flame-grilled black pork fills the air and meat sizzles at many of the stalls. Choose from a wide range of street food and don’t miss the lobster stall which is very entertaining. The vendors dance to techno music and blow torch your lobster as you wait.

The exciting Bellongjang Market is located at the end of Sehwa Beach. It’s a small market with lots of character, in a stunning setting. Browse exquisite handicrafts and handmade clothing against a backdrop of golden sands and azure water as you stroll from table to table. You’ll see locals indulging in delicious baked goods and fresh tangerine juice as they stop off on their walk along the seafront.

If you’re looking for unique souvenirs of Jeju, this market is an excellent choice. You’ll find everything from handmade magnets and pottery to spices and children’s toys. Don’t forget your camera to snap spectacular photos of the colourful stalls against the waterfront backdrop.

Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market is a lively indoor market that dates back to the 1960s. It’s popular with locals for its homeware and fresh produce and with tourists for its wide range of souvenirs and street food. Be sure to visit in the evening when the night market attracts a younger crowd and you can try a good variety of authentic local cuisine, including succulent black pork dumplings.

It’s best to take a taxi or drive to this bustling market. There’s a multi-story car park next to the market, but it can fill up quickly, so plan on arriving early in the morning or at the end of the afternoon to secure a spot.

Locals flock to Donam Market for its everyday shops and services, but it’s also home to lovely boutiques where you’ll find unique handicrafts and gifts. Browse delightful soft toys for children, all sewn by hand, as well as amazing crochet blankets and quilted artwork. Explore rows of delicate ceramics and pottery pieces, all meticulously handcrafted, as well as women’s clothing and accessories.

Take the bus to Jeju City Hall, walk a couple of blocks to the Seonghwan Apartment building and you’ll find this intriguing market on the 1st floor. Be sure to try the hot food for sale here too. The dishes are freshly prepared each morning, and the delicious aromas linger in the air to tempt you.