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Noodles, a market and Seoul after sunset
A Myeongdong lunch, a waterside walk, a market appetite and DDP’s changing light. Keep the route loose enough for detours.
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Begin with noodles in Myeongdong, then head towards Cheonggye Plaza to join the stream. Follow only as much of the water as you want before coming back up for Gwangjang Market.
Finish around DDP’s exterior as daylight changes. The map shows the selected addresses, not a verified turn-by-turn walking route. Use public transport for a section if the weather or your energy changes. Indoor exhibitions need their own tickets and a market stall can close before the wider food alley.
Myeongdong Kyoja, main branch
Meet at the main branch and keep lunch focused on noodles and dumplings.
Cheonggyecheon Stream
Join the water at Cheonggye Plaza and decide how far to walk from there.
Gwangjang Market
Check the counter prices and order for the appetite you actually have.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Finish with the architecture. Add an indoor show only if its actual programme fits.