Traveling in Korea and Suddenly Need a Restroom?! This Guide Has You Covered
Your Complete Guide to Surviving Restroom Emergencies in Korea
🚨 Nature calls? Don’t panic.
Traveling in Korea and suddenly need to go to the bathroom? Don’t worry — Korea is actually one of the most bathroom-friendly countries in the world. You just need to know where to go and where not to go.
✅ Public restrooms are everywhere — and they’re free!
In most parts of Korea, you can find clean, free public toilets at subway stations, parks, department stores, rest areas, and even large convenience stores. No need to pay, no tipping required, and many come with toilet paper and even bidets!
Also, Korea has many large shopping malls and commercial buildings, and almost all of them have restrooms open to the public — and yes, they’re free too!
However, it's a good idea to carry some tissues with you, just in case — not all bathrooms have toilet paper stocked.
❌ But don’t just walk into any building
Important tip: Do not enter small businesses, private offices, or tiny local shops just to use the restroom unless you ask for permission. It’s considered rude, and some places may even refuse or get upset.
When in doubt, go to a public space like a subway station, government building, or coffee shop chain (like Starbucks or A Twosome Place).
💡 Bonus tips from locals
- Check restrooms near subway exits — they’re often the cleanest.
- Large bookstores (like Kyobo or Youngpoong) also have public toilets.
- In tourist areas like Myeongdong or Hongdae, use department stores or big cosmetic shops.
- Naver Maps and Kakao Maps work great — just type “화장실” (hwa-jang-sil).
🎯 In short: When you gotta go, you can go
So yes — when you're traveling in Korea and nature calls, don’t stress out. Just avoid barging into a tiny office or private store. Stick to public or commercial spaces and carry some tissue — you’ll be just fine!
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