r/KoreaTravelAdvice

Hey everyone!

I’ve got a layover at Incheon Airport (Terminal 2) and wanted some advice on how to spend my time there.

I land at 4:30 AM and my next flight is at 12:55 PM, so I’ll have around 7 hours and 45 minutes.

I’d love recommendations for:
• Things to do inside Terminal 2 (places to relax, eat, freshen up, etc.)
• Skincare shopping – I really want to take advantage of Korean skincare! Which brands/products are worth buying and where can I find them in T2?

Also, would it be realistic to leave the airport for a quick visit somewhere nearby, or should I just stay inside?

Any tips or suggestions would really help. Thanks! 😊

Is it frowned upon to show cleavage in Korea? So im half asian and black. Im tall and slender but when I wear clothes I obviously have a figure. Ive been hanging out with some older aunties and I just dont want to offend

Ho all! We’ll be going to Korea mid July and I’m wondering if there are any spots that you can recommend for nightlife for 40+. Dance clubs, lounges, host clubs anything with a fun, different or off the beaten path vibe please. Thanks!

Planning a trip for September I need some cash for something I will do there. Where do you usually get the best or the fairest exchange rate?

Location is the US traveling to Seoul landing Incheon.

i will be attending some concerts in seoul at the end of the month. unfortunately my regular phone is being repaired and i don't think it will be done before my trip, so i'm using an older one whose camera is not the greatest.

does anyone know where i could rent a phone w a good camera for the weekend for an okay price? i want to get good videos since my seats are not super close

Hi ! I’m going to Seoul for 2 weeks in November (14 nights) and I don’t know if it’s better to go to a hotel, Airbnb or guest house ?
I see some recommendations in myeongdeong/euljiro ? or maybe hongdae
if you have any recommendations on which place I can stay I take it
thank you !

It could be anything—finding stores, too many product choices, language, stock availability, getting recommendations, or something completely different.

Do you have any tips for shopping?

I plan on traveling to Korea for the first time in March with my boyfriend who’s 17. I spoke with an airbnb host and asked if it was okay for me to book her airbnb as an 18 year old and she said it was okay because technically I’m an adult in my country (US) so accommodations i’m set in. I got some information on having a signed parental form for my boyfriend since he’ll still be considered a minor, but I plan on getting one signed for myself too just in case. Is there anything else i need to know about? Please i just hope people are just overcomplicating it because it doesn’t seem too bad and i just really want to get out of the country!!! Hell i’ll go without him if it means he’s too young. Also, DONT RECOMMEND ME HOSTELS! I’m not open to it. Thank you so much

i'm considering going to seoul end of july-beginning of august, mainly for some concerts. however, i'm a bit terrified of the weather. how bad is it in this period? does it really rain so much and aggresively as tiktok says? i'm also really sensitive to heat, the heatwave in europe last week almost took me out...
i was already in seoul in march so i really would be coming just for the concerts as they're pretty important to me and using them as an excuse to visit some more, but i'm not sure if the trip would be worth it if i'd be stuck inside because of a heatwave/rain....

Hi everyone! Please note that changing dates isn't an option for me so I'd love some feedback about my itinerary. 😅

Are there any days or areas you'd swap around? Any places you'd like to add?

Sept. 24 (Thu): Arrive at ICN at night, check in around Suyu, dinner.

Sept. 25 (Fri – Chuseok Day): Yeouido Hangang Park → Myeongdong for shopping then dinner at Mongvely → Naksan Park at night.

- Are these shops open in Myeongdong during Chuseok: Nyunyu, Mimiline, Daiso, Olive Young?

Sept. 26 (Sat): Bukchon Hanok Village (stroll and visit a cafe)→ Seosulla-gil → Hongdae
\- Passing on Gyeongbokgung, Ikseondong, Seochon since I just visited these places a week ago.

Sept. 27 (Sun): Full day in Seongsu (cafés, shopping, Seoul Forest). 

- Are most stores already open in Seongsu during this day?

Sept. 28 (Mon): Apgujeong Rodeo/Dosan → Garosu-gil → Itaewon.

- I've visited Garosu-gil already so feel free to suggest where else I could go on this day.

Sept. 29 (Tue): Yeonnam → Hannam → head to the airport at night.

- I've been to these areas and I'd love to visit them again.

I'm mostly interested in shopping, cafés, parks, and just wandering nice neighborhoods.

Also, for those who've been to Seoul during Chuseok, do you think Myeongdong is still the best bet on Sept. 25, and are there any areas on my itinerary that are likely to feel completely dead?

Thanks in advance!

anything fun to do or worth seeing in Seoul especially in the month of november? I’m traveling for the first time and i’m so excited! I picked this month because I get hot very easily and knew I would not survive summer at all. wondering what to expect and get some ideas of things to do during fall time! 🍁

Hi everyone, I’m planning a family trip to South Korea with 2 kids and trying to decide between two date options:

Option 1: Aug 30 – Sep 7
Option 2: Sep 12 – Sep 20

We’re planning to visit Seoul and Busan.

For Option 1, my main concern is the weather — heat, humidity, and rain since it is right at the end of August / beginning of September.

For Option 2, I’m hoping the weather may be slightly better, but I’m worried it may be getting closer to Chuseok / Korean Thanksgiving, and I’m not sure if that affects crowds, trains, restaurants, or sightseeing.

For those familiar with Korea travel in September, which date range would you recommend for a family trip with kids? Is Sep 12–20 noticeably better weather-wise, or would Aug 30–Sep 7 be fine and easier before the holiday period?

Thanks!

Im Canadian, just entered Thai no problems, wondering if Im fine for Korea too. Anyone been to Laos too with the same situation as me ?

It looks like this: https://www.reddit.com/r/backpacking/s/li5UgE8T72

As a sweaty girl whose forehead beads up in sweat just minutes out of the house, what would you recommend I be prepared for or prepare before my August summer trip. 🥵😪

I would like to be able to roam around Seoul without looking like a wet dog in the summer heat 😅😅😅 pls help a girl out 😬🙋🏻‍♀️

Hello, this is a follow up to a prior post from when I asked about debit card alternatives for my younger sister who is traveling to Korea, but how much money is an appropriate and safe amount for my sister to take in cash? I want to give her $200-$300 USD worth in Korean won, would that be too much for her because she is under 16?

Hello people, I am going to be in Seoul around late-ish august for about a week and was wondering about if I would be able to experience any of the night life. I turn 18 before I leave (I am 17 right now). I don't really care too much for drinking, but it would be nice to go to a club or something. I am pretty open to doing anything, just want a place to go meet some people (preferably at night). Please leave any recommendations! Thanks!

I got invited back to have coffee with a group of aunties. Im 33, but i want to arrive with a gift. What should I bring?

Hi all! I’m visiting Korea for 2 weeks this fall and am trying to really maximize and prioritize what we do. We’re planning on going to Seoul, Gyeongju, Busan, and Jeju (pending planning of course). Are there any sites or activities that we must see or do? We’re trying to see the culture of different areas while also seeing some of the touristy things but it’s a difficult balance. So far the only things on our “must do” list is dressing in Hanbok and going into a palace and going to the seafood markets in Busan. Any recommendations and advice is appreciated! TIA!

Hey all,

visiting SK soon for 5-6ish days late july, do you guys have any recommendations?

Solo trip as a minor (17) and anything will honestly be useful like where to visit (city wise), specific locations, good food places. I want to try some authentic korean food, but ive visited a lot of countries throughout Asia so kind of want to see some Korean landmarks and other stuff. Will be landing in ICN, currently thinking of spending some time in Seoul and Busan and maybe visting the DMZ?

Any insight would be great, thank you!