공릉동 도깨비시장: Gongneung-dong Goblin Market in Seoul and Nearby attractions
Introducing Gongneung-dong Goblin Market, located in Nowon-gu, Seoul, and its various tourist attractions. Here are some places where you can experience culture and nature along with the charm of a traditional market.
Gongneung-dong Goblin Market
Location and access
Gongneung-dong Goblin Market is located
at 37 Gongneung Shopping Street, 180-gil, Dongdaero 37-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul,
Korea, about 360 meters or a 5-minute walk from Exit 2 of Gongneung Station on
Subway Line 7.
- Address: 37, Dongil-ro 180-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Phone: 02-976-4143
- Hours: 9:00 ~ 21:00 (Opening hours vary by store)
- Website: http://www.marketgoongreung.com/
Gongneung-dong Goblin Market Overview
Gongneung-dong Goblin Market is the
largest and most vibrant traditional market in Nowon-gu, and its name comes
from the goblin bat, which means a market where anything can be made and
nothing is missing. There are over 120 stalls selling a variety of food and
ingredients, and a detailed market map at the entrance makes it easy to find
your favorite shop. The market is especially popular during kimchi season, when
you can buy kimchi ingredients such as Kimchi cabbage, radish, and salted fish
at a reasonable price.
At the entrance of the market, which is
connected to the Gyeongchun Line forest path, there is a mural of mischievous
goblins. It's a great place to take unique souvenir photos with goblins in the
background.
Nearby Attractions
Gyeongchun Line Forest Path
Gyeongchunseon Forest Path is connected
to Gongneung-dong Goblin Market, and is a newly created path that was once a
railroad track that passed by the Gyeongchun Line. The railroad tracks have
been left intact, giving the area an analog feel, and the surrounding area is
home to unique cafes and restaurants, making it a public park. The area around
Hwarangdae Station, one of Seoul's last remaining simple stations, and the
railroad park hosts a variety of events every weekend, and we recommend taking
a stroll along the railroad tracks.
- Address: 251, Hwarang-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul
- Access: About a 350-meter, 5-minute walk from Exit 2 of Hwarangdae Station on Subway Line 6
Seoul Museum of Living History
The Seoul Museum of Living History tells
the story of Seoul's evolution from the 1950s to the present day. The museum
consists of three buildings: the main building, the annex, and Guchigam-dong(Lockuo
building), and is popular for its exhibits on the history of Seoul's life, the
courtroom experience room, and the Guchigam exhibition room. The Omppang
Playground, a hands-on space for kindergarteners and lower elementary school
students, is a great place to learn through all five senses. You can also enjoy
the special exhibition room, where special exhibitions on various topics are
held every month.
- Address: 27, Dongil-ro 174-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul, Korea
- Phone: 02-3399-2900
- Hours:Tuesday - Friday 9:00 - 19:00
- Saturday, Sunday, and national holidays 9:00 - 18:00 (closed on Mondays)
- Website: http://museum.seoul.go.kr/sulm
Gongneung-dong Goblin Market and its
surrounding attractions are great places to experience the colorful charm of
Seoul. Check them out if you're planning a visit!