Seoul Gwangjang Market Vegan & Vegetarian Food Tour

Stroll the alleys of Gwangjang Market
with an English-speaking guide

Meet your guide at Exit 8 of Jongno 5-ga Station and head into Gwangjang Market. For about 2 hours, explore the lively market alleys like a local while hearing about the market's history, food culture and local dining etiquette. Your guide takes care of all ordering, translating and ingredient checks, so you can simply follow along and enjoy.

Taste 11+ vegan and vegetarian Korean dishes

Sample more than 11 Korean vegetarian and vegan dishes and drinks made without meat, fish, eggs or dairy. The menu ranges from hearty traditional food and filling noodles to snacks, sweet desserts and refreshing Korean drinks, and all tastings and drinks are included in the price.

Hear the stories behind the food and local dining tips

This tour began as a route the guide created for vegetarian family members visiting from abroad, after visiting almost every stall in the market and checking every ingredient. Since then, every stop has been upgraded so that vegans can join with confidence. Hear the stories and traditions behind each dish, learn practical tips for ordering and eating like a Seoulite, and finish back at Jongno 5-ga Station where you started.

※ None of the tasting dishes contain meat, fish, eggs or dairy, but Gwangjang Market is a working traditional market, so minor cross-contamination may occur in shared cooking spaces.
※ This tour is not suitable for people on a strict gluten-free diet or with food allergies.