The 11 Best Outlet Shopping Locations in Seoul

Hyundai Premium Outlets Gimpo is a well-designed outlet complex that sits in Gimpo, just outside Seoul, so allow travel time. Two building sections separate the brands, with local and golf labels well represented, and parking is ample. Drivers can park in the East Zone for easier access to certain areas. Accessibility is strong, with wheelchair-accessible entrances and toilets, and a playground suits families with children.

Mario Outlet is one of the largest shopping malls in the Gasan Digital Complex, with brands such as Adidas, Nike, Uniqlo and H&M under one roof. Floors are dedicated to home decor, kids' items and food, and there are shoe options for sports and everyday wear. It is a strong stop for winter wear, and the service is attentive. Shoppers wanting a varied run through familiar labels will find it practical.

Newcore Outlet Gangnam works better as an upscale mall than a bargain hunt, so expect fewer sale items than the name suggests. Its strengths are the lower levels with a broad product selection, a supermarket and a food court with reasonable prices, plus gourmet foods, fine clothing and imported goods. It suits shoppers combining fashion browsing with a meal in Seocho.

Hyundai City Outlets organizes each floor by product type, so finding ladies' or men's clothing, sports gear or small electric appliances is quick. A food court in the basement and several cafes handle meals, and nearby bus stations and subway lines make it easy for visitors without a car. It suits shoppers who like a clearly laid-out mall.

Lotte Outlets Seoul Station is the practical option for travelers, connected directly to Seoul Station and easy to navigate. A Global Service Room offers luggage storage and tax refund services, so you can shop while in transit. Walkways are spacious, the facilities are very clean, and there are plenty of places to eat, drink and rest.

Hyundai City Outlet in the Gasan Digital Complex is a drive-friendly option with clean, spacious parking. It brings together a wide selection of brand name items at good prices, with dining options for a meal break. Its Geumcheon District location makes it easy to combine with the nearby Mario and Lotte outlets for a full day of comparison shopping.

2001 Outlet Junggye is a department-store style outlet in northeast Seoul, better for everyday needs than for fashion. Several floors cover clothes, grocery items and food at low prices, though the clothing tends to suit older shoppers more than younger ones. Weekends are very crowded. The car park and entrance are wheelchair accessible.

MARIO Outlet Building 1 is an eight-level mall focused on fashion, with women's and men's wear that ranges from suits to casual clothing. Well-known brand names are sold at fair prices with regular discounts, and the staff are attentive. The modern building makes browsing easy across the floors.

Mario Outlet 2 separates its buildings by need, with fashion, sports gear and footwear each having their own area. Cafes and shoe stores give shoppers places to rest, regular discounts are offered, and public transportation is close by. The car park and entrance are wheelchair accessible.

Lotte Factory Outlets Gasan stands out for its number of American brands and for the mix of shopping and eating in one place. Prices in the main building are not always lower than regular stores, so bargain hunters should head to the tents outside, which sell genuine sale items from famous brands all year. It suits shoppers after American labels.

Raboum Outlet is a neighborhood mall in Gwanak-gu with a variety of stores and reasonable prices. The food court on the eighth floor serves affordable meals, though limited escalator access makes getting there inconvenient, and a cinema nearby makes it useful for a combined outing. The area is less developed than central Seoul, so it suits locals and bargain seekers more than tourists.