Major city · South Korea
Seongju County
Visit Seongju for a half‑day to a full day: see the lake, Mt Gaya and Chamoe farms, then return to Daegu or Gyeongju.
Seongju is a small agricultural county west of Daegu with a famous Chamoe (oriental melon) industry, scenic Mt Gaya, a lake and easy bus links. One day covers the main sights; add extra time for night‑tourism events when they launch.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- KRW
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold)
- Airports
- TAE · PUS · ICN
- Nights
- 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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Seongju County112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Seongju County, 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
- SafetySeongju is low‑risk; main concerns are traffic on rural roads and seasonal farm closures.
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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.
- AirportTAE Daegu International Airport.
- Getting aroundCircular Town Bus runs hourly through the town centre; taxis are scarce.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a local café₩3,000–4,500 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket within county₩1,200–2,000 (≈ US$1–2)
- Budget bedGuesthouse or motel room, a night, per room₩40,000 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse or motel room, a night, per room₩60,000 (≈ US$45)
- High-end bedGuesthouse or motel room, a night, per room₩90,000 (≈ US$65)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₩35,000 (≈ US$30) · Mid ₩60,000 (≈ US$45) · High ₩120,000 (≈ US$90)
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
- TAE Daegu International Airport · PUS Gimhae International Airport (Busan) · ICN Incheon International Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Nov
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Dec (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Seongju County: 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
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
6 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
6 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
8 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
10 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
14 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Oct
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Nov
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°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
Circular Town Bus runs hourly through the town centre; taxis are scarce. Rent a car for Mt Gaya hikes.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Gayasan National Park
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min
Bus from Seongju to Gaya‑myeon (≈45 min), then park shuttle
Popular hiking; bring water and sturdy shoes.
Daegu city centre
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Intercity bus (≈1 h) or car
Explore Daegu markets and museums.
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.
Seongju County Office area
Budget guesthouses and motels within walking distance of the circular town bus stop.
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
- ₩35,000–60,000 (≈ US$30–45) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₩60,000–90,000 (≈ US$45–65) excl. bed
- High
- ₩90,000 (≈ US$65)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse or motel room1 × 1 night × ₩60,000 | ₩60,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₩60,000 | ₩120,000 |
| Intercity bus Seoul↔Seongju (round‑trip)2 × ₩25,000 · check | ₩50,000 |
| Circular Town Bus day pass2 × ₩3,000 · check | ₩6,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₩23,600 |
| Trip total≈ ₩129,800 per person per day, bed included | ₩259,600≈ US$190 |
2026 estimate in KRW; flights, KTX passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Chamoe (slice) | ₩2,000–3,000 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Coffee at a local café | ₩3,000–4,500 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Bus ticket within county | ₩1,200–2,000 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- KTX Seongju Station is planned for 2027; until then travel by bus or transfer at Gimcheon‑Gumi.
- Chamoe farms may close outside the harvest season (July–Sept).
- Night‑tourism brand "Twinkle Seongju" not active yet; check local updates.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Travel helpline
- 1330
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Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance119
- Travel helpline1330
Embassy
US Consulate in Busan (check address); Korean embassy in Seoul.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Seoul ↔ Seongju intercity bus: about ₩25,000 (≈ US$18) each way (check)
- Circular Town Bus day pass: ≈₩3,000 per day
Say or show
- 죄송합니다 — Excuse me / Sorry (joesonghamnida)
- 감사합니다 — Thank you (gamsahamnida)
- 이거 얼마예요? — How much is this? (igeo eolmayeyo?)
- 버스 정류장은 어디에요? — Where is the bus stop? (beoseu jeongryujangeun eodieyo?)
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 Seongju County. 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) · month by month →
- 3 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add KTX station when opened (2027) for faster Seoul links.
- Develop night‑tourism itineraries around Chamoe festivals.
Sources
Ask about Seongju County
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