Seoul Vegan & Vegetarian Gwangjang Market Food Tour (11 Tastings)

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy authentic Korean market food with no meat, fish, egg, dairy, or honey—perfect for vegans and vegetarians.

You’ll taste at least 11 different dishes and drinks, and everything is included in the price.

Only 8 guests per tour. Book now to secure your spot!

I created this tour for my vegetarian family visiting from abroad, who struggled to figure out what they could safely eat in Seoul’s markets. I spent over a month in Gwangjang Market before my family came, checking ingredients and talking with each cook until I mapped a route for vegetarians.

Since guiding my family, I kept researching and fine-tuning the route. Every stop is now fully plant-based, so both vegetarians and vegans can join with confidence. I handle all ordering and translation, so you can simply enjoy the food and stories.

Important note: Gwangjang is a busy working market; some cross-contact may occur, and the tour is not suitable for strict gluten-free diets or severe food allergies.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not recommended for travelers with severe food allergies

Not recommended for travelers with gluten intolerance

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Gwangjang Market

Over two hours we weave through vibrant alleys, sampling hand-steamed vegetable mandu, chewy tteokbokki, crispy mung-bean pancakes, a refreshing shot of vegan-verified soju, plus a surprising sweet treat—and many more hidden plant-based gems. Along the way, hear insider stories of market culture, royal-court recipes and local dining etiquette as you taste your way like a true Seoulite.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

All Food & Drinks Included (11+ Authentic Plant-Based Tastings)

Bottled Water Provided

Dine Worry-Free (No meat, fish, egg or dairy)

Small Group Experience (Max 8 guests)

Fluent English-Speaking Local Guide

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Options

Seoul Vegan & Vegetarian Gwangjang Market Food Tour (11 Tastings)

Reviews

5.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun and tasty evening in Seoul!
853sarinah,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour with Jungho was a blast! We had the best time with him and the group tasting and trying delicious foods and drinks. He even invited us to a special kind of rice wine 🍶We highly recommend the tour and there was more than enough food for everyone. Thanks so much for the fun evening!
Highly recommend
danielbA7623BN,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great time during the tour. Jungho was very knowledgeable and the tour was well organized. The food was varied, tasty, and there was more than enough, so going hungry is not an issue (quite the opposite actually). Overall, I'd highly recommended this tour for vegans (and non‑vegans) who want to explore Gwangjang Market with minimal effort and without the hassle of checking for ingredients every time you order something.
10/10 recommend
sharnifolland,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I can’t recommend Jungho’s tour highly enough - one of my favourite things I’ve done in Seoul. It says to arrive hungry…please ensure that you do!
Beyond my expectations!
danieljack93,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour exceeded my expectations. Jungho was a great guide. Explaining the history about the market and has found some exceptional places for vegan food. Learning about the food and customs was great too. The food was amazing. I particularly loved the tteokbokki, but it was all great. Would definitely recommend as a must for vegans and vegetarians in Seoul!
Amazing tour!
AnneKatrine B,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great tour of a nice food market. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable on the food and we really appreciated the tour had vegan food. Such a good night and we can recommend all to do it :)
Wholeheartedly Recommended
Stay58459708502,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was very great and our tour guided was very nice and forthcoming. We felt very welcome and would recommend it to anyone interested in vegan food visiting Seoul
Trust me, book this tour!
458matthijsj,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jungho (정호) did everything perfect. It could not have been better in my opinion. We learned about the food, drinking culture, and so much more. Trust me, book this tour!
Great food tour
Julie S,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had so much fun on this food tour! Jungho was a great guide and we learned a lot from him. The market is amazing but would be totally impossible for vegetarians and vegans to enjoy without Jungho’s guidance. The meat eaters in our family enjoyed it just as much as the vegetarians.
Great vegetarian food tour.
Gillian M,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great way to experience Korean food vegetarian style! Jongho was a kind and generous guide and there was so much food I couldn’t eat another bite. So refreshing to be able to eat so well as a vegetarian in such a meat loving culture. Good variety of food on offer and plenty of it. Great being in the market to. Thank you. Totally recommend this tour.
If you think vegan food...
N K,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
If you think vegan food in Seoul is all tofu and tears, let Jung Ho prove you wrong. He’s a brilliant storyteller who’s personally curated an outstanding lineup of market stalls and dishes for vegans. We tried an array of amazing dishes (the portions were huge) everything was delicious, and he even sent us off with vegan snacks as a thoughtful takeaway gift. All in all, a great evening and a wonderful way to experience a different side of Seoul.