Korea's largest fish market — seafood straight from boats! Pick live fish, crabs, octopus on first floor, they cook it on second. Sashimi, fried fish, spicy soups. Authentic port city atmosphere. Opens at 5 AM — come early for freshest catch.
Free entry to market. Seafood prices vary — expect ₩15,000-50,000 per person for sashimi meal. Bargaining possible at outdoor stalls.
Metro Line 1 to Jagalchi Station (자갈치역), Exit 10. Or to Nampo Station (남포역), Exit 2 — 5-6 min walk. Near BIFF Square and Gukje Market.
faq.subtitle Jagalchi Fish Market
1) Choose seafood on 1st floor (live in tanks). 2) Negotiate price. 3) They cook it on 2nd floor (cooking fee ₩3,000-5,000). 4) Eat! Can show on phone what you want — vendors used to tourists.
Yes! Fish is freshest — just from the sea. Korea very strict about food safety. Millions of Koreans eat sashimi here without issues. If unsure — choose fried or boiled dishes.
Useful tips for visiting Jagalchi Fish Market
Best time — weekdays 10:00-12:30 when everything open but not peak. Early morning (5:00-8:00) — for port atmosphere lovers and freshest catch.
Try san-nakji (live octopus) — local delicacy! Octopus is cut and still moves on plate. Chew well — suction cups stick.
Closed 1st and 3rd Tuesday of month! Check before visiting. Street stalls may work but main building closed.
After market walk to BIFF Square (5 min) — street food and famous hotteok (sweet pancakes with nuts).
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