Unlock Seoul Guidebook(서울 관광안내서) & Map(서울 관광지도) – Free Download & Pickup Guide
Planning a trip to Seoul? Make sure you have the official Seoul Guidebook(서울 관광안내서) and Seoul Map(서울 관광지도) in your pocket. Both are free, multilingual, and packed with insider tips that help you explore like a local. Below you will find everything you need — from instant PDF downloads to getting printed copies in the city.
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1️⃣ Introduction & Overview
- 🌍 Official Resources: Produced by Seoul Tourism Organization(STO)(서울관광재단) for global visitors.
- 📥 Formats: Free PDF for quick access & handy pocket-size prints available across the city.
- 🗣️ Languages: Korean, English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese.
- 🔎 Coverage: Attractions, dining, shopping, transport, festivals, and practical checklists.
2️⃣ Why Pack the Seoul Guidebook & Map?
- ✅ Up-to-Date(최신정보): Curated 2025 highlights, updated yearly.
- ✅ Offline Friendly(오프라인 사용): Works without Wi-Fi — perfect for subway rides.
- ✅ Multi-Language(다국어): Each point of interest is labeled in both English & Korean for easy navigation.
- ✅ Ready-Made Itineraries(추천 코스): “Best Day Course(베스트데이코스)” and themed tours save planning time.
- ✅ Eco-Friendly(친환경): Download once, share the link, and travel light.
3️⃣ How to Download the PDF Guidebook & Map
- 🔗 Visit the official page: VisitSeoul Map & Guidebook Page.
- 🌐 Choose your language version and tap “Download(다운로드)”.
- 💾 Save the file for offline reading (98 pages ≈ 25 MB; Map PDF ≈ 8 MB).
✔️ Direct Download Links


“The easiest way to travel smarter in Seoul is to keep the guidebook PDF on your phone.”
4️⃣ Picking Up Printed Copies
✔️ Tourist Information Centers(관광안내센터)
- 📍 Myeong-dong Tourist Information Center – Street-level desk near Exit 5.
- 📍 Seoul Station Travel Center – 2F concourse, open 09:00-20:00.
- 📍 Gwanghwamun Center – Underneath Gwanghwamun Square.
✔️ Small-Quantity Mail Service(소량 신청)
- 📬 1 Guidebook + 1 Map (Korean version only) mailed twice per week.
- 🕒 Sunday requests → Tuesday dispatch; Wednesday requests → Friday dispatch.
- 📮 Dispatched via regular post; check your mailbox.
5️⃣ Bulk Order Guidelines
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- 📦 Eligibility: 7–100 Maps(지도) or up to 30 Guidebooks(가이드북) per language.
- 📝 Submit via Google Form: Bulk Request Link.
- 🚚 Shipping: Every Friday for requests received by Tuesday. Freight-collect (현장 결제).
- ⚠️ Stock varies – English & Japanese Guidebooks run out fastest.
6️⃣ What’s Inside the 2025 Guidebook
- 📖 Intro(인트로) – “Where Shall We Go?” city snapshot.
- 🎨 Theme(테마) – Time travel tours, Han River fun, wellness spots.
- 📸 Where to Go(지역별 가이드) – Gangnam, Hongdae, Itaewon & beyond.
- 🍜 Tasty Seoul(맛집) – Street food, vegan picks, nighttime eats.
- 🛍️ Shop & Lifestyle(쇼핑) – Souvenirs & Seoul-made brands.
- 🎡 Experience(체험) – 24-hour ideas, hands-on workshops.
- 🚋 Transportation(교통) – Subway hacks & airport transfers.
- 🎆 Events & Festivals(행사) – Lantern Festival, K-pop concerts.
[그림 : 2025 Guidebook Table of Contents page]
7️⃣ Top 10 Must-Visit Spots Highlighted
- 🌄 N Seoul Tower(N서울타워)
- 🏯 Gyeongbokgung Palace(경복궁)
- 🏘️ Bukchon Hanok Village(북촌한옥마을)
- 🛍️ Myeong-dong Shopping Street(명동)
- 🚶 Cheonggyecheon Stream(청계천)
- 🎨 Hongdae Street Art(홍대)
- 🌸 Seokchon Lake(석촌호수) – Cherry-blossom heaven.
- 🌉 Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain(반포대교)
- 🗼 63 Art & Skydeck(63빌딩)
- 🎢 Lotte World Adventure(롯데월드)
8️⃣ Useful Travel Tips & Apps
- 💳 T-money Card(T-머니) – Tap & ride on subway, buses, taxis.
- 🚇 Seoul Subway App(지하철 앱) – Live train times & exit maps.
- 📱 VisitSeoul App – AR navigation & event alerts.
- 📶 Public Wi-Fi(Wi-Fi 프리) – Free zones at major squares & museums.
9️⃣ FAQ & Contact
✔️ Can I get it shipped overseas?
Sorry, overseas shipping is not supported(해외 발송 불가). Please use the PDF or pick up locally.
✔️ What if stock is low?
Physical copies are limited. Availability depends on daily stock at each Tourist Information Center.
✉️ For additional questions, email: mapnguide@sto.or.kr
Above details are summarized from the Seoul Tourism Organization distribution policy. For the most accurate and updated information, please refer to the official website or contact STO directly.
Keep this guide handy to navigate Seoul with confidence — whether online or offline. Enjoy your adventure and see you in Seoul!
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