Things to know before traveling to Seoul (Part1/2)

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 πŸ—“ WEATHER

  • Spring (Mar.–May): 13–14°C (55–57°F). Warm outerwear recommended.
  • Summer (Jun.–Aug.): 25–27°C (77–80°F). Hot and humid. Monsoon season: mid-June to early July.
  • Autumn (Sep.–Nov.): 13–14°C (55–57°F). Warm days, cool nights. Light coat advised.
  • Winter (Dec.–Feb.): -6 to 7°C (21–45°F). Cold and dry; bring warm clothes and umbrella.

⚡ VOLTAGE & πŸ’΄ CURRENCY

  • Voltage: 220V
  • Currency: Korean Won (KRW)
    • Paper Bills: ₩50,000 / ₩10,000 / ₩5,000 / ₩1,000
    • Coins: ₩500 / ₩100 / ₩50 / ₩10



☎ USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS

  • Police Lost & Found: www.lost112.go.kr
  • Emergency Medical: 119
  • Tourist Interpretation Guide: 1330
  • Immigration Contact Center: 1345
  • Free Interpretation (24/7): 1588-5644 (bbok baro)
  • Police: 112
  • Tourist Complaint Center: 1800-9008
  • Seoul General Inquiries: Dasan Call Center 02-120

πŸ› SEOUL MY SOUL SHOP (Souvenirs)

  • Locations: Seoul Tourism Plaza, Sejong Center, Myeong-dong, DDP
  • Hours: Vary by location; generally 09:00–18:00 or 10:00–20:00
  • Closed: Korean New Year’s Day & Chuseok



🎭 SEOUL CULTURE LOUNGE

  • Experience Korean culture: language classes, calligraphy, K-pop dance
  • Location: Seoul Tourism Plaza (11F)
  • Hours: 10:00–17:00 (Closed Sundays, Mondays & public holidays)
  • Website: seoulculturelounge.com

β„Ή️ TOURIST INFORMATION CENTERS

Locations include:

  • Seoul Tourism Plaza: +82-2-3788-0891
  • Myeong-dong: +82-2-778-0333
  • Sejong Center: +82-2-399-1000
  • Many others listed for stations and districts (Incheon, Gimpo, Dongdaemun, etc.)

Service Hours:

  • Most centers: 10:00–19:00
  • Incheon Airport: T1: 07:00–22:00, T2: 07:00–22:00

πŸ‘©‍🦰 RED ANGEL GUIDES

  • Red-vested guides assist with:
    • Tourist info, translation, directions
  • Common Locations:
    • Myeong-dong, Dongdaemun, Hongdae, Gwangjang Market
    • Express Bus Terminal, City Hall, Namdaemun Market, Bukchon, Itaewon
  • Hours: Vary by area, generally 09:00–18:00 or 10:00–19:00

 

Thanks for the second image! Here's a detailed summary of the information provided in this section of the guide:

🌐 EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES IN SEOUL

Here are some of the listed countries with contact info:

Country

Address

Phone

China

27, Myeongdong 2-gil, Jung-gu

+82-2-756-7300

Japan

8F, Twin Tree Tower, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu

+82-2-2170-5200

Thailand

42, Daesagwan-ro, Yongsan-gu

+82-2-795-3098

Vietnam

123, Bukchon-ro, Jongno-gu

+82-2-739-2065

U.S.

188, Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu

+82-2-397-4114

UK

24, Sejong-daero, Jung-gu

+82-2-3210-5500

Australia

19F, Kyobo Bldg 1, Jongno-gu

+82-2-2003-0100

(and many more countries including France, Germany, Russia, Indonesia, etc.)

🧳 LUGGAGE STORAGE FOR TOURISTS

  • Lockers available: in 5,557 locations across 279 stations (Seoul Metro Lines 1–9)
  • Cost:
    • Small: ₩2,000
    • Medium: ₩3,000
    • Large: ₩4,000 (per 4 hours, 05:00–24:00)

Major Stations with Lockers:

  • Seoul Station, Hongik Univ., Myeongdong, Anguk, Sinchon, Express Bus Terminal, Dongdaemun, Gangnam, Gwanghwamun, Yeongdeungpo

Private/Public Facilities:

  • Gym Free (Hongik Univ. Station) ₩3,000–₩9,000/day
  • Raon Storage Center (Hongik Univ. Station) ₩4,000–₩8,000/day




🌍 TRAVEL INFORMATION SITES & APPS

✅ Visit Seoul Homepage

  • Real-time tourist attraction & food info, downloadable maps, walking tours, and more
  • https://www.visitseoul.net
  • QR code available for quick access

✅ VISITSEOUL App

  • For iOS & Android (supports Korean, English, Japanese, Simplified & Traditional Chinese)
  • Info on: tourist spots, events, transport, lodging, shopping, maps, etc.
πŸ“Ά ROAMING & WI-FI
  • Wi-Fi is widely available in Seoul at public spots like airports, subways, cafes, and hotels.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some places, but a prepaid SIM or portable Wi-Fi rental is recommended for better access.

SIM / Pocket Wi-Fi rental companies:

How to Make International Calls from Korea:

  • Format: 001 + country code + area code (no 0) + phone number
    • Example to US: 001 + 1 + area code + phone number

🏨 ACCOMMODATIONS

Visitors have various options:

  • Luxury hotels
  • Youth hostels
  • Guesthouses
  • Homestays
  • Hanok stays

✅ Resources

 

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