Lotte Mart Seoul Station Shopping Guide: What to Buy and Tips for Visitors

Located just a step from Seoul Station, the recently refurbished Lotte Mart Zettaplex is the leading one-stop shopping destination for locals and visitors. From groceries to home electronics and even a dine-in food court, with a vast array of products, it’s the place to include on any travel itinerary in Seoul.

This guide is packed with tips, must-have items, and insider information on how to make the most of your visit to LotteON Korean Mart.

Getting There & General Info

1. Where: Instantly linked to Seoul Station (Lines 1 & 4, KTX, AREX) via Exit 1, 2–3 minute walk.
2. Hours: Open everyday from 10:00 AM to midnight, except on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month.
3. Convenience services:

• 3-hour free lockers.
• Currency exchange kiosks.
• Foreign card-accepting ATM.
• Free empty boxes to fill with your loot.

Store Layout at a Glance

• Groceries, snack foods, drinks, fresh fruit and veggies, cosmetics, and a mini food court.
• Electronics (Hi-Mart), toys (Toys”R”Us), housewares (Muji, Daiso), apparel, and more.
• Wine/liquor (Bottle Bunker), pet food, volumetric items, and lifestyle and content-focused speciality stores.

What to Buy

Here are the things you should try: 

• Must-Have Snacks & Drinks

• Market O Real Brownie, Cheese Chip & Biscuits – rich, chocolatey, and irresistible.
• Calbee Honey Butter Chips & Honey Tong Tong – sweet-savoury chip treats.
• Binggrae Banana Milk – traditional, smooth and sweet; refreshing beverage staple.
• Yuzu Tea, Corn Tea, Omija Tea – special Korean tea flavours are great as gifts.
• Variety Ramyun and Old Spicy Japchae – indulge in various instant noodle flavours; the latter is a favourite among locals and has gained international popularity.
• Seaweed snacks and themed seaweed Packs, such as Pokémon seaweed, make great souvenirs.

• Fresh Foods & Banchan

• Seasonal fruit (strawberries, Hallabong mandarin, etc.)
• Kimchi and instant samgyetang soup packs – perfect for taking home.

• K-Beauty & Cosmetics

• Get 1+1 deals and promotions on popular brands such as Innisfree, Missha, and The Face Shop.

• Household Goods & Fashion

• Fashion accessories: Gentle Monster eyewear, Beanpole bags, Line Friends goods.
• Practical homeware includes a tea set, towels, traditional fans, and lamps.
• Gadgets & appliances at HiMart are ideal for tech-savvy travellers.

Smart Shopping Tips

Here are main tips you should know: 

• Tax refund: Spend more than ₩30,000 and receive a ~8% VAT refund immediately at the counter. Please present your passport.

• Pack & ship: Mail in free boxes or buy green bags (an extra plastic carry-bag charge applies); our EMS shipping desk is available on the premises for international shipping.

• Off-peak visits: Avoid the 8–9 AM and 5–7 PM peak hours to shop with ease.

• Foreign-friendly signage: Two-language product names and descriptions facilitate shopping for non-Korean speakers.
• Fuel up: Visit the mini food court and choose up bibimbap, tteokbokki, or Lotteria burgers to refuel after your shopping binge.

Why It’s a Standout

• Convenient transit access, making it a logical stop before heading to Incheon Airport or KTX travel.
• The Zettaplex upgrade introduces fresh, lifestyle-oriented stores and enhances the tourist experience.
• Catered perfectly to international shoppers with tax refunds, shipping, luggage services, and signage.

Final Checklist

• Bring a passport for a tax refund.
• Carry a reusable bag or use free boxes.
• Plan for EMS shipping if needed.
• Enjoy the food court and rest.
• Deposit ₩ 30,000 or more to maximise the VAT refund.

Conclusion

Lotte Mart at Seoul Station is no supermarket – it’s an adventure in which food, fashion, culture, and convenience are all packaged into one. From taste-of-Korea-defining snacks to gifts that capture the heart and soul of the country, there’s a little bit of magic on every shelf. Whether you’re preparing to stock up before you leave or simply browsing Korean lifestyles, this should be at the top of your list.

If you want to continue your web shopping spree or explore additional Korean products, be sure to visit LotteON Korean Mart.