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Find out what to pack for South Korea in Spring with this stylish packing list.
If you’ve decided to visit South Korea in March, April or May you may just have picked the best time to visit the country. With pleasant weather and flowers filling up the streets its the perfect time to enjoy a holiday to this island nation. No snow and no sweltering heat.
This packing list covers March, April and May, however it should be noted that temperatures can be quite different in Spring depending on which month you’ll visit. If you’re visiting close to winter, you’ll still want to bring a warm coat.
Like-wise, if visiting closer to summer, you’ll want to avoid packing any heavy items of clothing as you’ll start to suffer once the humidity rises.
In our South Korea packing list post you’ll find:
- A brief overview of seasons,
- A packing list guide to keep you stylish and comfortable,
- A few tips and suggestions for your visit.
What to Wear in South Korea in Spring
- 1 pair of boots
- 1 pair of sandals or flats
- 1 pair of comfortable walking shoes
- 3-4 pairs of socks: depending on what shoes you’ve chosen
- 4-8 pairs of underwear
- 2-4 bras
- 1-3 pairs of long pants: if visiting close to summer one pair will suffice
- 1-2 pairs of leggings
- 1-3 pairs of shorts / skirts
- 4-7 tops: a mix of long and short sleeved will work
- 1-3 dresses
- 1-2 cardigan, sweater or light jacket
- 1 pair of stockings: for colder days to wear under your dresses or skirts
- If visiting in the March, add these items to your list:
- 1 umbrella (or buy in South Korea if it rains)
What to Pack for South Korea in Spring
When to Visit South Korea: Weather & Seasons
- Weather and what to wear in Summer in South Korea (June, July, August): Summer in South Korea gets quite hot, and the thing that’ll get you sweating is the high humidity. Your best bets are moisture-wicking materials or light weight materials. Dresses are probably going to be the most comfortable, allowing air to circulate better. I did not believe a place could be hotter than Australia (where I’m from), but South Korea honestly felt worse in the summer with its higher humidity, so be prepared. Temperatures of 18-29C / 64-84F, but its the humidity that will get you. Bring an handheld electronic fan.
- Weather and what to wear to Korea in Winter (December, January, February): Winter can get quite cold and you may even time your visit with the annual snow. -7 to 5C and 19-41F is what to expect temperature wise so get some study, non slippery boots and a warm jacket, as well as a scarf, beanie and gloves. If you struggle in the cold see if you can find a stick on heat pack in the chemist. A couple gave me one to stick to my stomach and I was nice and toasty all day. See the winter packing list here
- Weather and what to pack in Spring in South Korea (March, April, May): Spring begins the hasty goodbye of winter cold. It makes for a pretty place to visit with cherry blossoms and other beautiful flowers filling up the streets and national parks. Temperatures will be around 7-28C / 44-84F depending on which month you visit. Read on to find out what to wear in South Korea in Spring.
- Weather and packing in Autumn in South Korea (September, October, November): Autumn, much like Spring, is in the pleasant in between stage temperature wise. Temperatures range from 2 to 26C / 35-78F depending on what month you’re visiting. If visiting in September a light jacket will do for the evenings, but bring a full length coat instead if visiting in November.
Where to Stay in South Korea in Spring
- Seoul
- Budget: Birdsnest Hostel Hongdae is a good choice for budget travelers looking for a dorm or cheap private room.
- Midrange: Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun is a great choice for staying in central Seoul. Starting at around 120 a night the hotel is centrally located and close to the subway, plus the buffet breakfast is great. Read the full review of the hotel over here.
- Luxury: For a splurge, much like what I suggest for Busan, I recommend trying Korean brand Lotte Hotel. I love trying local owned or started hotels when visiting a country.
- Busan
- Budget: Situated close to a subway, Kimchee Busan Original Guesthouse is one of the cheaper dorms available with good reviews in the city.
- Midrange: SOYU Hotel is a good choice for those with a mid-range budget. It’s close to the subway and Busan tower.
- Luxury: Lotte Hotel Busan is a good option for a splurge being close to a shopping mall, the subway and many of Busan’s sites. The hotel offers an all inclusive plan, a mini golf course and a fitness centre.
- For other cities take a look over on Booking.com
Popular Day Tours in Spring in South Korea
Seoul:
- Day tour to Nami Island & Petite France (colour french buildings): find more details here.
- Night bus tour of Seoul: find the details here.
- Demilitarized Zone and security zone day tour (Where North and South Korea meet): If you want to see what this incredibly tense border looks like you can hop on this popular day tour – click here for more information.
- Hit the popular sites of Seoul on a day tour: see more details here.
- For more ideas of what to see in Seoul visit this website.
Busan:
- Full day tour of Busan hitting most of the sights. Find more information by clicking here.
- Busan day tour similar to above, but with the addition of a photographer capturing moments for you! I would totally do this if I went back, it’s so hard to get good photos of yourself. See the details here.
- For more Busan tour ideas visit here.