Packing Light for a Day Trip
A 3-7L Bag Is Enough
A suitable bag size for a day trip is 3-7L. With one small backpack or crossbody bag, your hands stay free, making it easier to take photos and climb stairs. Aim for a total weight of 1.5kg or less so your shoulders do not ache even after walking all day.
| Section | Key summary |
|---|---|
| A 3-7L Bag Is Enough | A suitable bag size for a day trip is 3-7L |
| How to Filter Out 'Just in Case' Items | Unless you are swimming or exercising, the default is 0 changes of clothes |
| Your Outfit Is Part of Your Packing | For shoes, wear broken-in sneakers instead of new ones to bring the risk of blisters down to 0 |
Basic Packing Checklist
How to Filter Out 'Just in Case' Items
- If something can be bought locally for 1,000-3,000 won, such as water, an umbrella, or snacks, leave it out if the weight feels like a burden.
- Unless you are swimming or exercising, the default is 0 changes of clothes.
- If you almost never actually use a laptop, book, or other 'things to do while traveling,' leave them behind.
- Reduce cosmetics from a full set to 1-2 mini-size items.
Your Outfit Is Part of Your Packing
The smartest way to reduce luggage on a day trip is to 'wear your gear.' In spring or autumn, when temperatures vary widely during the day, layer thin clothing so you can remove one layer and put it in your bag when it gets warm. For shoes, wear broken-in sneakers instead of new ones to bring the risk of blisters down to 0.
Packing light also helps with your budget. When your bag is light, you are less likely to need a locker, which usually costs 2,000-4,000 won, and with both hands free it becomes easier to choose walking or public transportation instead of taking unnecessary taxis. With 20,000-30,000 won in spare cash for the day and a card, you can handle most situations well enough.