The perfect morning activity in the coastal city of Busan! At the Jagalchi fish market, they sell literally everything that lives in the sea. 🐙🦀🐡🦑🍣 From octopus and king crab to exotic fish you may have never seen before, the variety is astonishing.
The narrow streets around the main building are teeming with stalls run by ajummas – the Korean word for married or middle-aged women – who have been in running the market since the Korean War. Inside, you can pick your own seafood and have it prepared on the spot. Just grab a table on the first floor, and in moments, your meal will arrive. It doesn’t get fresher than that!
Jagalchi’s charm comes with a side of intensity—the scent of fish fills the air, and the sight of live sea creatures packed into tanks can be overwhelming.
How to get there? Jagalchi market is located in the vibrant Nampo neighbourhood, making it easy to reach.
🚶🏻♂️ It's a great neighbourhood to stay in when exploring Busan, in which case the market is within walking distance from your hotel.
🚇 Take the subway from anywhere in Busan to the Nampo station, using Naver (the Korean version of Google Maps) as your guide.
