Korea Tourist Information Center (TIC)

By Cahaya Asia -

The main Tourist Information Center (TIC) is located on the basement level of the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) headquarters in Seoul. At the TIC, maps, leaflets, and other promotional materials are provided at no charge and visitors can get information on tourist attractions, accommodations, food and much more from professionals fluent in English, Japanese, and Chinese.

The TIC also offers simple medical services as well as free internet access and phone services. Visitors can browse travel-related books and data at the Tourism Technology Library or visit the souvenir shop and Hallyu zone. Hanbok experience and other cultural programs are offered regularly throughout the year.

The Korea Tourism Organization currently operates 4 Tourist Information Centers, one at each of the following locations: downtown Seoul (B1 of the KTO Headquarters), the Incheon International Airport, Gimhae International Airport (Busan), and the Jeju International Airport.

More Info

☞ Address: Seoul-si Jung-gu Cheonggyecheon-ro 40 (Zip: 100-180), B1 of the
Korea Tourism Organization building
☞ Hours: 09:00~20:00 (Open all year round)
☞ 1330 tt call center: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
* The TIC travel helpline (tt call center) is open 24/7.
☞ Telephone: +82-2-7299-497~499

Directions

1. Jonggak Station (Subway Line 1), Exit #5
   Go straight for 3 minutes and cross over Cheonggyecheon Stream.
   After you cross, turn right down the street that runs parallel to Cheonggycheon.
   The KTO building is the second building on your left.
   * You will see a statue of the blue and red KTO logo out front.
2. Euljiro 1-ga Station (Subway Line 2), Exit #2
   Go straight for 5 minutes (approximately 2 or 3 blocks).
   Turn left down the last side street before Cheonggycheon.
   The KTO building is the second building on the left.
   * You will see a statue of the blue and red KTO logo out front.
3. Gwanghwamun Station (Subway Line 5), Exit #5
   Go straight until you cross the Cheonggyecheon Stream
   Turn left down the road running parallel to the stream (Cheonggyecheon-ro).
   Go straight for approximately 6 minutes, until you see the KTO building on the right.    * You will see the red and blue KTO logo out front.
   ** If you reach Gwanggyo 4-way Intersection, you’ve gone too far.

● Tourist Information

Tourist Information Desk

At the TIC's Information Desk, well-trained specialists fluent in English, Japanese, and Chinese offer information on accommodations, tourist attractions, and more. Travel information in the form of leaflets, brochures, books and audio-visual presentations are available free of charge and staff members are more than happy to provide print-outs of sites and information of special interest to each visitor.
Hours: 09:00 - 20:00 (Open all year round)
Services in: Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese

Free International Telephone & Internet Access Zone

To help ensure visitors have a pleasant and convenient journey, the KTO provides both free international phone services and free internet access. At the TIC’s computer corner, travelers can search for Korea-related information online at sites like the KTO's official website (www.visitkorea.or.kr).

Tourism Technology Library

The library includes numerous reference books and travel guides to the nations of the world. Here you can read about specific destinations in Korea and other countries.
Hours: 09:00 - 17:30 (Monday-Friday)

Promotional Materials Stand

Brochures and pamphlets are available for visitors to take. Materials provide travelers with accurate and useful information on Korea’s tourist attractions, regional festivals, performance events, tour packages, etc.

Automated Tour Guide System

Located on the ground floor of the Korea Tourism Organization headquarters building, the automated Tour Guide System allows visitors to search travel information, photos, video clips, and maps using a touch screen. Services are available in Korean, English, Japanese and Chinese and can directly connect visitors to the KTO’s tourist information hotline, the 1330 tt call center.

● Cultural Experience Event

The Korea Tourism Organization's Tourist Information Center (TIC) offers a range of hands-on cultural experience programs such as wearing Hanbok, getting your name written in Hangeul, making Hanji crafts, and more. Anyone visiting the TIC is welcome to participate in these free programs (no reservations necessary).

☞ Venue: TIC Hall
☞ Regular Event Dates: Monday - Saturday (third week of every month)
☞ Special Event Dates: Lunar New Year, Chuseok, Golden Week, etc.
☞ Participation Fee: Free
☞ 1330 tt call center: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

Hanbok Experience

Guests of all ages can take photos of themselves wearing Hanbok (everyday hanbok, wedding hanbok, and court hanbok).
☞ Time: 09:30-17:30 (On scheduled days)
☞ Duration: ~ 10 min.
* 2 ~ 5 people at a time
: Name Writing in Korean Calligraphy
A traditional calligrapher will write your name in Korean on hanji paper.
☞ Time: 13:00-17:00 (On scheduled days)
☞ Duration: ~ 3 min.
* Only 1 person at a time
: Traditional Crafts
Visitors can make either a Jegi (Korean hackeysack) or a postcard (by stamping or painting images of traditional symbols of Korea on hanji paper).
☞ Time: 09:30-17:30 (On scheduled days)
☞ Duration: ~ 5 min
* 4 to 6 people at a time
: Play Folk Games
Visitors can play traditional folk games such as Yut-nori (a board game), Tuho (arrow toss), Jegi-chagi (hackeysack) or paengi-chigii (top spinning).
☞ Time: 09:00-20:00 (Lunar New Year & Chuseok)* 2 to 4 people per game

● Cultural Crafts & Souvenirs

Cultural Property Artisans Hall

This hall displays and sells approximately 500 pieces of art that have been created by artisans preserving Korea’s rich cultural history.
Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday)
Tel: +82-2-753-4472

Korea Tourism Master Souvenir Hall

Selected through the National Tourism Souvenirs Contest, a variety of products are on display for purchase.
Hours: 10:00 - 18:00
* Closed on Sundays and National Holidays during the winter season (November-February)
Tel: +82-2-318-2196

● Korean Wave (Hallyu) Hall

The Korean Wave (Hallyu) Hall has K•Star Gallery, a photo zone where visitors can take pictures with life-size cutouts of some of Korea’s most famous celebrities. Hallyu celebrities’ handprints are also displayed here. At the nearby K•Star Shop, guests will find a selection of Hallyu celebrity products.
Hours: 10:00 – 18:00
* Open all year round.

● Hansik (Korean Cuisine) Hall, the "Hansik Story"

Hansik Experience Center

At the Hansik (Korean Cuisine) Experience Center, an open-run experience program is held where visitors can sample Korean dishes. The center also offers a reasonably priced full course meal of Korean table d’hôte during lunch hours, and the Hansik making program which requires advance reservations.

Free Hansik Sampling: Hours: 10:30 – 17:30
* Closed on Sundays and national holidays.
Menu: 2 to 3 dishes daily (Japchae, Tteokbokki, and Kimchijeon)
Hansik Cooking Classes: Hours: 10:00, 15:00, 17:00 (60 to 90 minutes)
* Closed on Sundays and national holidays.
Price: 25,000 KRW per person (cost of ingredients included)
Reservations: +82-2-772-9180 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
* Reservations must be made at least a day in advance.
Website: www.korea-food.or.kr

Exhibition and Sales Center for Regional Specialty Products

Visitors may buy red ginseng, kimchi, and other local specialties at discounted prices (10% off) from the Exhibition and Sales Center for Regional Specialty Products.
Hours: 10:00 – 19:00
* Closed on Sundays and national holidays.
Tel: +82-2-772-9180

● Medical Tourism Information Center

The Medical Tourism Information Center provides information on medical services in Korea. The center provides a one-stop information service, introducing visitors to Korean medical institutions that treat international travelers. The center provides information on the institutions’ different specialties and offers free consultation services from medical experts. Visitors to the center can also check their health using a free body composition analyzer, stress monitor, blood pressure monitor, and skin analyzer.
Hours: 09:00 - 19:00 (Open all year round)
Tel: +82-2-1330
E-mail: medicaltourism@knto.or.kr

Follow our blog on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook. Stay updated via RSS

1 comments for "Korea Tourist Information Center (TIC)"

Roger 7/20/23, 1:11 AM

Thanks for sharing the all the details about this, i am also looking for outsource ecommerce customer service can you share the details regarding this.

:: LATES NEWS

Do you need help?

Korea Tourist Information Center (TIC)