Seoul has a number of spots where you can find affordable, wholesale, and bargain shopping opportunities. A few popular options include:
- Namdaemun Market: This traditional market has been around for over 600 years and offers a wide range of goods, including clothing, accessories, and souvenirs.
- Gwangjang Market: Another traditional market, Gwangjang is known for its textile and fabric offerings. You can find everything from silk to linen here.
- Dongdaemun Shopping Complex: This shopping complex is open 24 hours a day and is known for its affordable prices. Here you can find everything from textiles to electronics.

The act of bargaining and negotiating could be a fun art form you can try- throwing compliments in Korean throughout the conversation might help!