When choosing a traditional market in Jeju, first check whether you will be visiting Jeju City or Seogwipo, and whether your visit falls on a market day. Consider Dongmun Market for a trip to Jeju City's old town, or Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market for downtown Seogwipo. Five-day markets open on set dates and are different from permanent markets. According to official tourism information, Jeju Folk Five-Day Market opens on the 2·7·12·17·22·27 of each month, so check these against your travel dates.
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Which traditional market in Jeju should you visit? Dongmun Market, Olle Market and five-day market dates
Consider Dongmun Market when exploring the old town of Jeju City, or Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market when visiting downtown Seogwipo. Unlike permanent markets, five-day markets only open on set dates. See the official information below for Jeju Folk Five-Day Market dates.
Deciding whether you want to enjoy market food or buy gifts such as tangerines and seafood makes it easier to plan your route through the market. Opening hours and products may vary between shops in the same market, and night market hours need to be checked separately. When buying fresh food, check its origin, sales unit, packaging method and delivery availability so you can enjoy it after your trip too.
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Daejeong Five-day Market
65, Sinyeong-ro 36beon-gil, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si
Opening hours: 08:00–14:00 · Opening hours vary by shop
Market days: 1 · 6 · 11 · 16 · 21 · 26 of each month
In months with a 31st day, the market opens on the 31st and closes on the 1st of the following month.
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When is Jeju Folk Five-Day Market open?
According to the official Visit Jeju guide, it opens on the 2·7·12·17·22·27 of each month. Do not assume that five-day markets in other areas open on the same dates; check the dates for each market by name. Before visiting, it is also worth checking notices about temporary closures or changes to operations.
Should I visit Dongmun Market or Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market?
A practical choice is to include Dongmun Market when exploring Jeju City's old town, or Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market when staying in downtown Seogwipo. Rather than visiting both, choose the one that fits your accommodation, meals and nearby sights. If there is a particular food you want to try, check whether that specific shop is open rather than relying on the market's overall opening hours.
Are all traditional markets in Jeju open at night?
Hours vary by market and individual shop. Night market hours may differ from regular shop hours, so check the market’s notices and confirm separately whether the shop you want to visit is open.
Can I ship tangerines or seafood bought at markets in Jeju?
Shipping availability varies by shop. Check the origin and sales unit, then ask about packaging, shipping fees, dispatch dates, and delivery areas. Also ask for storage instructions for fresh food.
Can I drive to traditional markets in Jeju?
Check the market’s official parking information for parking locations and fees. The market entrance and parking entrance may be different, so set your navigation destination to the parking lot you plan to use. Also consider how far you will need to carry your bags.