Seoul guide
🇰🇷 Packing List
What to pack for Seoul
In February, Seoul is typically cold, light rain possible (-4°C - 4°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Seoul essentials
- Sarong or shawl for temple visits
- Smart-casual outfits (skip gym wear for dinners)
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm insulated coat
- Thermal base layers
- Warm hat, gloves and scarf
- Warm socks
- Warm waterproof boots
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
- Layered outfits you can add or remove as the day warms
- One dressy evening outfit for celebrations
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Lip balm and moisturiser for cold, dry air
- Very high standards. Street food is safe. Banchan (side dishes) are unlimited and free.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Type C/F plugs (European round pins), 220V.
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Local currency: South Korean Won (KRW)
Local know-how
- Local SIM: SIM cards at airport. KT, SK Telecom, LG U+. Great 4G/5G coverage. Pocket WiFi also good option.
- Overpriced tourist restaurants - check prices first
- February highlights: Seollal (Lunar New Year); Namsangol Hanok Village celebrations
Trip gear
- Hot packs (from convenience stores)