Major city · South Korea
Suanbo수안보
Visit Suanbo for a half‑day hot‑spring dip; add a night if you want spa access or ski at nearby Blue Valley.
Suanbo is a small hot‑spring village in North Chungcheong, reachable by intercity bus from Seoul or Daejeon. The town is walkable, with most attractions within 15 minutes. One day covers the spa; an extra night adds ski or relaxed spa use.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- KRW
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold for outdoor tubs)
- Airport
- CJJ
- Nights
- 0–1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- South Korea ↗Check K-ETA and visa status on the official sites before you fly; the list of nationalities exempted from registering online changes year by year.
- South Korea ↗Google Maps gives poor walking and driving directions in Korea; use Naver Map or Kakao Map for routes.
- South Korea ↗Buy a T-money card (or use a phone-based transit pass) for subway and buses; it also pays at convenience stores and many taxis.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Suanbo112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Suanbo, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cards work almost everywhere, including taxis, convenience stores and many market stalls; carry ₩30,000–50,000 (≈ US$25–40) in cash for street food…South Korea-wide
- SIM or eSIMSK Telecom, KT and LG U+ sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at airport arrivals; a passport is required, and data-only plans are cheapest.South Korea-wide
- Tap waterOfficially safe from the tap; most people drink filtered water, and restaurants serve it free.South Korea-wide
- TippingRestaurants and cafés: No tip; a service charge appears only in top hotels.South Korea-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.South Korea-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for night mosquitoes and keep valuables on you in taxis.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in every subway station; paper goes in the toilet in new buildings, in the bin where a sign asks.South Korea-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 1330 Travel helpline (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysPalaces close one weekday (Gyeongbokgung Tuesday, others mostly Monday); national museums open daily but close on 1 Jan, Seollal and Chuseok days.South Korea-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckCJJ Cheongju International Airport (≈30 km (19 mi) north, bus or taxi to Suanbo (check schedule)).CJJ Cheongju International Airport (≈19 mi (30 km) north, bus or taxi to Suanbo (check schedule)).
- Getting aroundAll sights are within walking distance; occasional taxi from Chungju if needed.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket from Seoulcheck₩15,000–20,000 (≈ US$11–15)
- Budget bed1970s motel, a night, per room₩30,000 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedRoyal Hotel double, a night, per room₩75,000 (≈ US$55)
- High-end bedRoyal Hotel double, a night, per room₩90,000 (≈ US$65)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₩30,000 (≈ US$25) · Mid ₩50,000 (≈ US$40) · High ₩80,000 (≈ US$60)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CJJ Cheongju International Airport (≈30 km (19 mi) north, bus or taxi to Suanbo (check schedule))CJJ Cheongju International Airport (≈19 mi (30 km) north, bus or taxi to Suanbo (check schedule))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Mar
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C) low), wettest Jul (9 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Suanbo: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
5 rd
Feb
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
5 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
6 rd
Dec
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
All sights are within walking distance; occasional taxi from Chungju if needed.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Blue Valley Resort (ski)
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Local bus 240–246 from Chungju terminal, ~40 min
Skiing in winter; lift ticket not listed (check).
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Royal Hotel
Double rooms ~₩60,000/night; spa entry extra ₩3,000.
Other 1970s motels
Typical rooms ~₩30,000/night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₩30,000–45,000 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₩45,000–70,000 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Royal Hotel double1 × 1 night × ₩60,000 | ₩60,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₩30,000 | ₩60,000 |
| Intercity bus from Seoul (one way)2 × ₩15,000 · check | ₩30,000 |
| Hot‑spring entry2 × ₩5,000 · range ₩3,000–6,000 | ₩10,000 |
| eSIM (one week data)2 × ₩25,000 · check | ₩50,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₩21,000 |
| Trip total≈ ₩115,500 per person per day, bed included | ₩231,000≈ US$170 |
Spa entry extra ₩3,000.
2026 estimate in won; flights and KTX not included.
Prices of common things
| Bus ticket from Seoulcheck | ₩15,000–20,000 (≈ US$11–15) |
| Hot‑spring dip | ₩3,000–6,000 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Pheasant or rabbit dish (serves 2+) | ₩30,000–50,000 (≈ US$25–40) |
| Sanche bibimbap | ₩6,000 (≈ US$5) |
| Sundubu tofu stew | ₩5,000 (≈ US$4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus tickets bought at grocery stores with yellow‑red awning; confirm schedule (check).
- Outdoor tubs close at 21:00; arrive earlier.Outdoor tubs close at 9:00 PM; arrive earlier.
- Mosquitoes at night if windows stay open.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Travel helpline
- 1330
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Suanbo수안보
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My bed tonight
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이 주소로 주세요To this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance119
- Travel helpline1330
Embassy
US consulate in Busan; Korean embassy in Seoul.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Seoul → Suanbo bus: about ₩15,000–20,000 (≈ US$11–15), 2–2.5 h (check)
- Chungju → Suanbo local bus: ₩1,000 (≈ under US$1), ~40 min
- Hot‑spring entry: ₩3,000–6,000 (≈ US$3–5)
Say or show
- 죄송합니다 — Excuse me / Sorry (joesonghamnida)
- 감사합니다 — Thank you (gamsahamnida)
- 얼마예요? — How much is it? (eolmayeyo?)
- 화장실 어디에요? — Where is the bathroom? (hwajangsil eodieyo?)
- 영어 할 수 있어요? — Do you speak English? (yeongeo hal su isseoyo?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Suanbo. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Dec–Feb (cold for outdoor tubs) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Suanbo
- secondaryWikivoyage: Suanbo, revision 4984014 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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