Seoul travel guide
Seoul, South Korea travel guide: visa requirements, an honest safety read, money, tipping, plugs and emergency numbers — then book real flights with the Tourbo AI Concierge.
Visa & entry
⚠️ AI-generated overview. Rules differ by passport — verify with the official embassy or consulate, or ask the Concierge about your specific passport.
Commonly required documents
- passport valid 6 months
Tourbo does not determine visa requirements — they depend on your nationality, purpose, and length of stay, and change often. Verify with the official source above and the destination's embassy or consulate.
Safety
⚠️ AI-generated. Always check your government's official travel advisory before you book.
Seoul — safety & local info
Seoul is generally a very safe major metropolitan area for tourists.
General advisories
- •Be mindful of pickpocketing in extremely crowded tourist hubs.
- •Exercise standard caution regarding belongings in busy transit areas.
Around the clock
General guidance, not based on live local data. Trust your judgment and local advice.
- Daytime. Easy to walk around the bustling, central areas
- Evening. Stick to well-lit, busier streets and populated zones
- Late night. Use a licensed taxi or ride-hailing service late at night and keep valuables secure
Emergency Numbers
Tourbo doesn't rate how safe a place is. For the current risk level, check your government's official travel advisory. Official government travel advisory (e.g. UK FCDO).
Local essentials
Seoul Essentials
Currency
South Korean Won
Tipping
Tipping is not customary and generally not expected in restaurants or taxis.
Plug
Type C/F (Two round pins)
Voltage
220V / 60Hz
Useful Phrases
- 안녕하세요Hello/Hi
- 감사합니다Thank you
- 실례합니다Excuse me
- 화장실Restroom/Toilet
- 이거 얼마예요?How much is this?
- ~에 가요?How do I get to [place]?
Emergency Numbers
AI-generated overview. Verify local details before your trip.
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