Tongbok Market

Overview

Tongbok Market is the largest and most historic traditional market in Pyeongtaek. Spanning over 600 shops, it is a "cultural tourism market" that offers everything from fresh agricultural produce to diverse multicultural cuisine. It is particularly famous for its lively atmosphere during the 5-day market cycle and is considered a "must-visit" for food lovers in Gyeonggi Province.

Famous local specialties in the market

• **Pyeongtaek Dakgangjeong** - Famous fried chicken bites known for their crispy glaze and balanced sweet-and-spicy flavor.
• **Gimbap Alley** - Tongbok Market is home to several legendary gimbap shops, including those featured on famous TV food shows like "Baek Jong-won's Top 3 Chefs."
• **Traditional Rice Soup (Gukbap)** - A variety of hearty pork and beef soups that have been served at the market for decades.
• **Vietnamese Pho & Multicultural Food** - Due to the diverse local community, the market offers authentic Southeast Asian cuisine that is highly rated for its original taste.

The market's representative specialty

• **Premium Pyeongtaek Rice** - High-quality local rice (Super O'ning) known for its excellent taste and texture.
• **Fresh Seafood & Salted Fish** - A wide variety of marine products brought in directly from the nearby Pyeongtaek Port area.
• **Roasted Sesame Oil** - Traditional mills (Bangat-gan) that press fresh, aromatic sesame and perilla oils on-site.

Parking information and restrooms

• **Tongbok Market Public Parking Lot:** A large, multi-story parking facility is available (first 1.5 hours are often free or highly discounted for shoppers).
• **Tongbok-cheon Stream Parking:** Open-air parking spaces are available along the nearby stream for extra capacity during market days.
• **Customer Center & Restrooms:** Located at the heart of the market (Tongbok-ro 52beon-gil). Features modern restrooms, a lounge, and a child-care room.