Andong Bus Terminal Souvenirs: Local Treats & Gifts

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🛒 Your Guide to Andong Bus Terminal's Specialty Shop!

Traditional Souvenirs & Trendy Local Desserts​

If you are traveling through Andong, the specialty shop inside the Andong Bus Terminal is a goldmine.

From traditional favorites like Andong Jjimdak, salted mackerel, and Andong Soju,

to trendy modern sweets like Hahoe Mask Bread, wild yam barley bread, and Andong apple bread,

it is the perfect final stop to load up on gifts before heading home!

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Here is a quick overview of the terminal's amenities along with a curated souvenir list

that you can easily browse before boarding your bus.

Andong Bus Terminal Amenities

First, let's look at the basic facilities inside the terminal.

Andong Bus Terminal is compact, clean, and very easy to navigate.

You can grab quick snacks, drinks, and travel essentials at the A&T Mart.

Right across is 'Hanmi', a Korean restaurant where you can sit down for a meal of local salted mackerel.

For other dining options, there are also Hahoe Bunsik (casual Korean street food) and Lotteria nearby.

If you have heavy bags, there are paid luggage lockers located right next to the boarding gates by A&T Mart.

Additionally, there are a couple of small shops selling clothing, hats, and dried herbs,

as well as a Shinhan Bank ATM if you need to withdraw cash.

Andong Specialty Discount Shop

Now, let’s dive into the main highlight: the Specialty Discount Shop!

This store specializes in food and drink souvenirs that carry the authentic taste of Andong.

The dessert lineup can change slightly depending on what is currently trending, but here is what you can find!

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Andong Souvenir Selection and Prices (As of May 2026)​

🍶 Traditional Andong Soju

The absolute icon of the region: Andong Soju!

Unlike mass-produced green-bottle soju, this is a premium distilled spirit made from 100% domestic rice. It has a rich, deep aroma and a surprisingly smooth finish despite its high alcohol percentage.

Lately, they have also introduced a local green grape wine,

giving travelers even more unique options.

The bottles themselves are works of art—many come in ceramic bottles shaped like traditional Hahoe Masks (Yangban mask) or classic Korean flasks.

They make for beautiful display pieces long after the spirit is gone.

With various sizes and very reasonable starting prices,

they are excellent high-quality gifts for parents, hosts, or foreign friends!

If you are worried about carrying heavy bottles on the bus, you can also easily order these artisanal spirits online.

🐟 Andong Salted Mackerel

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Andong Salted Mackerel (Gan-godeungeo) has a fascinating history.

Because Andong is located inland, mackerel had to be transported from the coast. To prevent spoiling, it was heavily salted, which naturally cured the fish under the sun and wind, resulting in an incredibly savory, chewy texture.

At the specialty shop, they sell it in clean, vacuum-sealed packs that are easy to carry.

Prices vary depending on the size and quantity, making it easy to find something that fits your budget!

Andong Jjimdak (Braised Chicken)

You can even buy frozen meal kits of authentic Andong Jjimdak!

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Honestly, it is hard to replicate that deep, rich local flavor anywhere else...​

If your itinerary didn't allow time to visit the famous Jjimdak Alley in the traditional market,

or if you want to recreate that savory-sweet, spicy flavor at home, this is a must-buy.

Sweet Andong Dessert Souvenir List

🧁Hahoe Mask Bread (20 pcs) - ~$10

These cute pastries are molded into the shapes of traditional Hahoe masks and are baked with local wild mushroom extract.

The packaging is clean and gift-ready, and the sweet red bean paste filling makes them a crowd-pleasing treat.

🧁Andong Apple Sikhye (Sweet Rice Punch)

🧁Andong Wild Yam Barley Bread (20 pcs) - ~$13

Did you know? Andong produces over 70% of South Korea's wild yam (cham-ma).

I wanted to grab a box of this famous wild yam barley bread, but when I visited at 4:00 PM on a Sunday, it was already completely sold out!

They only stock a limited amount daily,

so if you see it, grab it immediately!

If you miss out like I did, you can order it online to be delivered straight to your accommodation or home.

Just in case, here is the address of the main bakery: 📍 Takchonjang Andong Wild Yam Barley Bread

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🧁Andong Apple Bread - ~$9

🧁Wolyang Yakgwa (9 pcs) - ~$7 / (18 pcs) - ~$13

Andong is also highly regarded for its crisp, sweet apples.

These adorable apple-shaped buns are filled with sweet apple paste.

Additionally, Wolyang Yakgwa (traditional honey cookies), a viral dessert sensation from near the Wolyonggyo Bridge, is stocked here too.

If you missed buying them at the bridge, you can easily pick them up right here at the terminal!

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🧁Tak Donut (Wild Yam Donut) 3-pack - ~$4 / 8-pack - ~$12

🧁Andong Wild Yam Monaka (12 pcs) - ~$14

🧁Wild Yam Tea & Ginkgo Yam Tea

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Aside from barley bread, the variety of wild yam desserts is impressive.

These options have a longer shelf life, and the Monaka set is highly recommended as a refined gift for older family members.

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🧁Andong Myungga Traditional Crackers (Jeonbyeong) 12 bags (24 pcs) - ~$10

Even though I have visited Andong multiple times,

this was my first time seeing the Andong Myungga Jeonbyeong, so I decided to try a box.

It comes with 6 bags of pecan flavor and 6 bags of peanut flavor.

They are crispy without being too hard, light, and not overly sweet—perfect for all ages.

The sophisticated packaging makes it look like a very premium gift!

The Verdict

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While prices might be marginally higher than buying directly from wholesale markets,

the convenience of grabbing everything in one spot right before your departure is unmatched.

No detours, no heavy bags to carry around during your sightseeing!

Check out these popular items before leaving Andong.

And remember, if you miss out on something due to stock or luggage limits, you can always order them online to keep the memories of your Andong trip alive!