Which official sources should I check for opening hours, transport, cancellations, and weather before travelling in Korea?

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Which official sources should I check for opening hours, transport, cancellations, and weather before travelling in Korea?

Answer from the verified guide

• Check tourist attraction operating hours and fees, closing days, whether reservations are required, and seasonal safety notices on VISITKOREA and regional tourism organizations.
• For transportation, check the real-time operation and refund policies of operators for KTX/SRT, express buses, intercity buses, flights, and ferries.
• For accommodation, check before booking whether the lodging is registered, the cancellation policy, the ID required at check-in, and whether foreign language support is available.
• For natural tourist sites, check the weather, wildfire/typhoon/heat wave/cold wave conditions, mountain access restrictions, and beach safety notices.
• If you need language support or in-person consultation, use an official tourism information channel such as the 1330 Korea Travel Helpline.

Verified guide and date

• Checking Domestic Travel Information
• Last verified: 2026-06-19

Limits of this answer

Requirements, accepted documents, fees, and outcomes can differ by person and responsible office. Confirm the current rule through the linked guide and the official agency.

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