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A market where you are moved by seeing its true appearance

Gukje Market

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Admission
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Gukje Market Overview

The current marketplace of Gukje Market first formed after the liberation of Korea from the Japanese administration when people gathered to trade overseas products left by the Japanese and brought in by Koreans who came back from abroad. Following the Korean War, refugees who fled to Busan set up stalls in order to make a living by selling smuggled or imported products, which developed into Gukje Market (gukje meaning "international" in Korean) of today. Gukje Market is one of Korea’s largest markets and a testament to Korea's modern history. The market is divided into two wings, and first-timers to the market are advised to be careful not to get lost in the maze-like alleys and halls.

Highlights

  • 01 Filming location of the movie "International Market" (Hwakbun-ee Cafe)
  • 02 Dotegi Market containing the history of refugees during the Korean War
  • 03 Busan specialty grilled on charcoal briquettes in the Kkomjangeo alley
  • 04 Street foods including Eomuk, Ssiat Hotteok, and Jwipo
  • 05 Walking connection to BIFF Square and Jagalchi Market

Hours

Hours
09:00–20:00 (Closed: Every Sunday)

Getting there

Subway

Busan Metro Line 1 Jagalchi Station 5 Exit or Nampo Station 7 Exit → 5-minute walk

Bus

1, 7, 40, 61 Bus → Alight at International Market

Taxi

About 10 minutes (6,000 won) from Busan Station / Basic fare from Nampo-dong

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35.0990, 129.0280

Restaurants nearby

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Places to stay nearby

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Parking

Driving? Check the nearest parking lots
  • Public Gwangbok-ro Bupyeong-dong-gwan public parking lot 2 min walk · 140 m
    First 10 min ₩500 · then ₩500 per 10 min
    Weekdays 10:00~21:00 17 spaces On-street
    Directions Kakao Call
  • Public Gukje Market Road Section 1 Public Parking Lot 3 min walk · 190 m
    First 10 min ₩500 · then ₩500 per 10 min
    Weekdays 10:00~21:00 29 spaces On-street
    Directions Kakao Call
  • Public Bupyeong public parking lot 5 min walk · 290 m
    First 10 min ₩500 · then ₩500 per 10 min · Daily max ₩15,000
    Weekdays Open 24h 85 spaces Off-street lot
    Directions Kakao Call
  • Public Jagalchi Conservation Restoration River Public Parking Lot 6 min walk · 340 m
    First 10 min ₩500 · then ₩500 per 10 min · Daily max ₩15,000
    Weekdays Open 24h 149 spaces Off-street lot
    Directions Kakao Call
  • Public Jagalchi Market Front Public Parking Lot 6 min walk · 350 m
    First 10 min ₩500 · then ₩500 per 10 min
    Weekdays 10:00~21:00 26 spaces On-street
    Directions Kakao Call
  • Public Chungmu-dong Je7 Gong-yeong 7 min walk · 380 m
    First 10 min ₩300 · then ₩300 per 10 min
    Weekdays 08:00~21:00 8 spaces On-street
    Directions Kakao Call

Fees and hours may change — check the signs on site. · Source: data.go.kr National Parking Standard Data, Busan Facilities Corporation

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Gukje Market?
09:00–20:00 (Closed: Every Sunday)
Is there an admission fee for Gukje Market?
Free
How do I get to Gukje Market? (public transport)
Subway: Busan Metro Line 1 Jagalchi Station 5 Exit or Nampo Station 7 Exit → 5-minute walk / Bus: 1, 7, 40, 61 Bus → Alight at International Market
What is the phone number for Gukje Market?
051-245-7389
When is the best time to visit Gukje Market?
Afternoon (Kkomjangeo alley is from after 6 PM) / BIFF·Jagalchi and morning tour
Where is Gukje Market located? (address)
Sinchang-dong 4(sa)-ga, Jung-gu, Busan
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