Heading to Korea in the fall? With cool breezes, golden leaves, and crisp air, autumn in Korea is stunning—but also unpredictable! This Korea fall packing list will ensure you stay cozy, stylish, and prepared for every photo op and chilly evening stroll.
Weather Overview 🌡️
Autumn in Korea (September–November) is known for mild days and chilly nights. Here’s what to expect:
- September: 15–26°C (59–79°F) – pleasant but still warm during the day
- October: 10–22°C (50–72°F) – crisp, breezy, and peak foliage time
- November: 2–15°C (35–59°F) – colder mornings & nights, start layering up
Pack for layering—you’ll want to peel off or bundle up depending on the time of day!
What to Pack for Korea in Fall 🎒
Packing smart will help you make the most of your trip. Here’s everything you need to bring for a comfortable and stylish adventure.
Carry-On Suitcase / Travel Bag Duffle / Portable Steamer / Packing cubes / Luggage scale / Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones / Speaker / Portable Charger / Universal Travel adapter / Compact Hair Dryer / Eye Mask / Waterproof Toiletry Bag Hanging / Zipper Pouch / Water BOTTLE / Liquid I.V. Hydration Vegan
Dressing Etiquette:
Koreans tend to dress stylishly and modestly. Avoid super short skirts or deep cleavage, especially in temples or traditional villages. Opt for smart-casual, layered looks with stylish outerwear and comfy shoes for long walking days.
🧳 Luggage & Packing Tools
If you want more options to have everything organized and well packed, take a look at these suggestions.
1. Rolling Backpack / 2. Luggage (large) / 3. Luggage (small) / 4. Toiletry Bag / 5. Beach Bag / 6. Backpack / 7. Packing Cubes
🧳 Carry-on suitcase – Durable & compact for efficient travel
🧳 Checked luggage – If you’re planning to shop or stay long
🎒 Lightweight backpack – For exploring Seoul or hiking
👜 Daypack or personal item – Essentials for city hopping
🧼 Packing cubes – Maximize space and organize outfits
👟 Shoe bags – Keep footwear separate from clothes
💄 Makeup bag – Fall hues ready to go
🛁 Hanging toiletry bag – Easy hotel/bathhouse access
📁 Document organizer – All paperwork in one place
🛍️ Collapsible tote – Shopping in Myeongdong = must
🧺 Laundry bag – Fall = layers = laundry
⚖️ Luggage scale – Korean airlines = strict baggage rules
🔒 Lock – Secure your things in hostels/cafes
🧢 Zipper pouch – For loose won, transit cards
🧖 Quick-dry towel – For jjimjilbang (Korean spas)
💤 Neck pillow – For trains and flights
😴 Sleep mask – Cozy up during long hauls
👗 Clothes
👚 T-shirts (3–4) – Great base layers
👕 Casual tops (3–4) – Think knit, long-sleeved, breathable
👔 Dress shirts / blouses (2) – For fancy dinners or cafes
🧥 Sweaters (2–3) – Knit or fleece for layering
🧥 Light jacket / trench coat – Stylish and season-appropriate
🧥 Blazer or cardigan – Mix style with function
👖 Jeans (2) – Denim is always in
👖 Casual pants (1–2) – Think cords or loose slacks
🩳 Shorts (0–1) – Only for early September
👗 Dresses (1–2) – Long-sleeved or midi preferred
🧥 Outerwear – Lightweight coat or puffer (esp. November!)
🏃 Activewear – For fall hikes like Bukhansan
🛌 Pajamas – Layers for colder nights
👙 Swimsuits (1) – For hotel spas or saunas
👗 Swimsuit cover-up (1) – Optional
🧦 Underwear (7+) – Comfy is key
👙 Bras (3–4) – Seamless, supportive
🧦 Socks (5+) – Wool or thermal for later fall
🧤 Tights (1–2) – Layer under skirts or dresses
💆 Skincare
🧼 Cleanser – Korean air can be drying
🌸 Toner – Hydration boost
💧 Moisturizer – Gel for day, cream for night
🌞 Sunscreen – Even in autumn, UVs are strong
🧽 Makeup remover – K-beauty + thorough cleansing
🌿 Exfoliator – Weekly refresh
👁️ Eye cream – Dry winds = tired eyes
💦 Facial mist – Revive skin midday
🧖 Sheet masks (3–5) – Try local ones from Olive Young
💄 Lip balm – Wind + dry air = cracked lips
🩹 Spot treatment – City grime = occasional breakouts
💄 Makeup
🧴 Foundation / BB cream – Buildable coverage
🖌️ Concealer – For late nights or jet lag
🌫️ Powder – Control T-zone shine
🌺 Blush – Warm peach or rose
🌟 Highlighter – Subtle glow
🌞 Bronzer – Natural contour
👁️ Eyeshadow palette – Earthy tones = perfect for fall
✒️ Eyeliner – Soft brown or smudged black
👁️ Mascara – Curl and define
👁️ Eyebrow pencil – Korean style = straight & natural
💄 Lipstick / gloss – Terracotta, berry, nude pinks
✏️ Lip liner – Keep things crisp
🌟 Lip primer – Long-lasting tint
🧴 Setting spray – Keeps makeup locked in
🖌️ Brushes / sponge – Don’t forget to clean weekly
💇 Hair
💇 Hairbrush / comb – Anti-static recommended
🧷 Hair ties & clips – Essential for windy walks
🧴 Travel shampoo & conditioner – Hydrating formulas
🧴 Dry shampoo – Freshen up between washes
🔥 Heat protectant – Curling and drying safety
🧴 Styling cream / gel – Maintain volume in dry air
💨 Mini blow dryer – If hotel doesn’t provide
💇 Flat iron / curling wand – Optional for glam looks
💧 Hair oil – Tame autumn frizz
🎀 Accessories – Scrunchies, clips, headbands
👠 Shoes & Accessories
👟 Sneakers – Comfy & cute for all-day walking
🥿 Flats / loafers – For café hopping or dressier looks
🥾 Ankle boots – Perfect for fall fashion
👢 Hiking boots – Only if you plan mountain trails
🧣 Belt – Stylish finish
🎩 Hat / cap – Baseball cap or beret
🧣 Scarf – Lightweight to cozy wool
🧤 Gloves – Needed by late November
🕶️ Sunglasses – Bright autumn days
💍 Jewelry – Layered gold or statement earrings
⌚ Watch – Style + utility
👜 Day purse – Crossbody preferred
👜 Night bag – Clutch or mini purse
🌂 Foldable umbrella – Autumn = random rain
🧾 Documents & Essentials
🛂 Passport – Always with you
📄 Copy of passport – Backup in hotel or online
🛃 Visa (if needed) – Check for your nationality
🪪 Driver’s license / ID – Especially if renting a car
📃 Travel insurance info – Better safe than sorry
💉 Health insurance card – Print + digital
🧾 Vaccination records – Just in case
📲 Boarding passes – Digital + printed
🏨 Hotel receipts – Always good to have
🚗 Rental car info – If driving Jeju or countryside
🎟️ Tour tickets – Temple stays, performances, etc.
🗺️ Itinerary – Google Docs or printable
📍 Offline maps – Naver Maps works great
💳 Credit + debit cards – Notify your bank
💴 Emergency cash – Both USD & Korean won
📇 Emergency contacts – Paper & digital
🖊️ Pen + small notebook – Jot down metro stops, phrases
📘 Phrasebook – Bonus if you learn Hangul basics!
🔑 House keys – Don’t forget them
👛 Wallet – Secure and slim
💍 Valuables – Keep in carry-on
🩹 First Aid
🩹 Bandaids – For new shoes
🧴 Antibiotic ointment – For cuts
🧻 Antiseptic wipes – Clean surfaces
🩺 Gauze pads – For minor injuries
🦶 Blister pads – Yes, for all that walking
✂️ Tweezers – Multi-use
🩹 First aid tape – Hold things in place
🌡️ Thermometer – Compact digital one
✂️ Mini scissors – Travel-safe
💭 Q-tips / cotton – Makeup + first aid
💊 Health & Hygiene
💊 Medications – Bring your prescriptions
💊 Pain relievers – Headaches do happen
🤧 Allergy meds – Seasonal pollen
💊 Motion sickness – Bus/train rides in mountains
💊 Stomach meds – Street food is amazing, but…
💊 Vitamins – Stay strong on the go
🩸 Feminine hygiene – Local brands may differ
🧼 Hand sanitizer – Use constantly
🧽 Wipes – For hands & restaurant tables
🦟 Bug spray – Early fall = mosquitoes
💊 Birth control – Plan ahead
👁️ Eye drops – For dryness
👓 Contact lenses + solution – Enough for the trip
🪞 Travel mirror – Makeup anywhere
🪥 Toothbrush + paste – Electric or manual
🧵 Floss + mouthwash – Compact options
🧴 Body wash – Bring a small bottle
🧴 Deodorant – Not always available in Korea
🪒 Razor + cream – Your usual setup
💅 Nail file + clippers – For hangnails
✂️ Tweezers – Multipurpose
🌸 Perfume – Travel-sized spritz
🧻 Tissues – Public restrooms may not supply
📱 Tech & Electronics
📱 Phone + charger – Don’t leave without it
💻 Laptop / tablet – Optional, if working
📸 Camera + card + battery – So much foliage to snap!
🔋 Power bank – Never run out of battery
🔌 Charging cords – Triple-check this
🔊 Bluetooth speaker – For chill nights in
🔌 Universal adapter – Korea uses Type C & F plugs
💾 USB or external drive – Backup your photos
🗺️ Offline maps & apps – Naver Map, Kakao Metro
📶 SIM card / Wi-Fi egg – Pick up at airport
📖 E-reader – Load your novels
🎧 Headphones – For flights and subways
📱 Waterproof phone case – If hiking or hot spring-ing
🎧 Entertainment
📚 Books / Kindle – Korean literature or thrillers
🎬 Movies – Download for travel
🎧 Podcasts – Language learning or fun stories
📓 Journal / sketchbook – Capture your days
🃏 Travel games – For downtime
📺 Pre-download Netflix shows – Wi-Fi can vary
📰 Magazines – For café reading
🎒 Extras
🍫 Snacks / protein bars – For hikes or shopping trips
💧 Reusable water bottle – Stay hydrated
🛍️ Foldable shopping bag – So. Much. Shopping.
🧴 Laundry detergent – For handwashing layers
🧵 Mini sewing kit – Emergency fixes
📢 Safety whistle – Just in case
👃 Lint roller – Fall coats = fuzz
🦶 Footrest – If you’re on long flights
👟 Shoe deodorizer – Long days = stinky shoes
💤 Sleep aid – Melatonin or teas
✈️ Travel Tips
✔️ Check airline baggage rules (esp. LCCs like T’way, Jin Air)
✔️ Pack one full outfit in your carry-on
✔️ Take photos of all your luggage
✔️ Download Naver Map, Kakao Metro, and Papago
✔️ Always carry emergency cash and T-money card
✔️ Korea is super safe—but keep your belongings secure
🛂 Visa Tips
📝 Check if you need a K-ETA (Korean Electronic Travel Authorization)
📸 Bring passport photos – Sometimes required
📅 Have proof of return flight & accommodation
🛃 Double-check customs regulations for food/meds
✅ Must-Haves for a Smooth Trip
🛂 Passport + digital/printed copies
📄 Travel insurance
📇 Emergency contacts
💳 Credit/debit cards + local cash
📱 Phone + charger + SIM or Wi-Fi
💊 Meds + sanitizer + tissues
🗺️ Offline maps + itinerary
👜 Light day bag
💧 Reusable water bottle
👍 Good-to-Have Items
💧 Liquid IV / hydration packs
🧺 Travel steamer – Wrinkle-free looks
😴 Sleep mask – Time zone reset
🎧 Noise-canceling headphones – Flights, trains
🧣 Travel blanket – Cozy comfort
💤 Neck pillow – Sleep like a dream
🏷️ Luggage tags – Add your contact info
☔ Small umbrella – Surprise drizzle
📶 eSIM or local SIM – Saves roaming fees
🛍️ Extra tote – For souvenirs
