Noryangjin Fish Market is a place where many travelers visit to enjoy a variety of seafood. In particular, in Korea, king crab, lobster, and oysters are cheaper than in other countries, so I hope you visit. Share the opening hours of Noryangjin Fish Market and the price of king crab and lobster.

Noryangjin fish market

One of the unique features of Noryangjin Fish Market is the live seafood section, where customers can choose their seafood from tanks and have it prepared on the spot at one of the many restaurants in the market. Some popular dishes include raw fish (sashimi), grilled seafood, and seafood stews.

While the market is primarily a place for bu`ying seafood, it is also a popular tourist destination for those interested in experiencing Korean culture and cuisine. Visitors can enjoy the bustling atmosphere, sample a variety of seafood dishes, and learn about the local fishing industry.

1. The location

Noryangjin Fish Market is close to Noryangjin Station on Seoul Subway Lines 1 and 9. It is easily accessible by using Jonggak Station or Jongno 3-ga Station on Subway Line 1 from Myeong-dong and Insa-dong, which are visited by many travelers.

2. Opening hours

Every day 10:00 ~ 24:00

It is recommended to visit during the above hours as it varies by company.

3. The system of Noryangjin fish market

It is good to understand the system of Noryangjin Fish Market before talking about prices.

The first floor is a place that sells various seafood including king crab and lobster. After buying the seafood you want there, you can take it out and eat it elsewhere, or you can eat it at the restaurants on the second floor. If you eat on the second floor, you need to pay for the basic table setting, and cooking costs are added depending on the type of seafood. If you want to take out, you can ask the place where you bought the seafood to cook it for you. Of course, cooking costs are added. I will explain the price below, but I will also briefly summarize the basic table setting cost and cooking cost.

4. The prices of king crab and lobster

Please note that basically shellfish prices in Korea are cheap in summer and expensive in winter.

These days, however, the mood has changed due to the issue of COVID-19 and the Russian war. Crustaceans, including king crab and lobster, are usually imported from Russia, so supply and demand are unstable. And because the price is different every day, Koreans also stop by many stores every time they go and check the price before purchasing.

The price of king crap and lobster (2023. Apr. 21)

Red king crap : 65,000 won (per 1kg)

Lobster : 60,000 won (per 1kg)

Snow crap : 40,000 won (per 1kg)

Each seafood shop has different prices.

Restaurant fee

Basic table setting price : 4,000 won

Steam cook : 8,000 won (per 1kg)

Each restaurant has different prices.

5. Tips

1. If possible, call the seafood shop in Noryangjin Fish Market in advance and ask for the price per 1kg.

2. If you can't call, go in person and check prices at at least 5 places.

3. It is good to receive other seafood as a service because the price of shellfish (king crab and lobster) is fixed anyway.

If the owner of a seafood restaurant is a man, say "Oppa, service pakpak"

If it's a woman, say "Noona, service pakpak"

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