Asia
Cheongju
South Korea
Quick Answer
Tap water is safe to drink.
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Cheongju's tap water is treated to national standards and is generally safe to drink; you can use it for brushing teeth, ice, and cooking. If you prefer a milder taste, bottled or filtered water is widely available.
Tap Water Usage Guide
Brush Teeth
Yes
Ice Cubes
Safe
Wash Fruit
Yes
Shower
Yes
Restaurants
Varies (often available on request)
Locals Drink
Mixed (many filter/boil)
Water Quality Score
Water Quality
Good
Water Source
The municipal supply is drawn primarily from the Geum River and nearby reservoirs and is processed at local water treatment plants with conventional filtration and chlorination to meet South Korean standards.
Travel Safety Information
Pickpocket Risk
Low
Night Safety
Mostly safe
Scam Risk
Low
English Level
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
April to June and September to October
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Seoul
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Seoul's tap water is treated to international standards and is generally safe to drink; many visitors, however, choose bottled or filtered water for taste. You can safely brush your teeth, shower, and use tap water for ice and washing produce.
Busan
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Busan tap water is treated to meet national standards and is generally safe to drink; some visitors prefer bottled water or a filter for taste. You can safely brush your teeth and use tap water for washing fruit and ice, but carry bottled water if you are sensitive to a slight chlorine taste.
Incheon
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Tap water in Incheon is treated to strict standards and is generally safe to drink and use for brushing teeth; ice is safe. If you are staying in an older building or have a sensitive stomach, consider bottled water or using a hotel/room filter.
Daegu
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Daegu's tap water is treated to national and international standards and is generally safe to drink; many residents use household filters for taste. If you have a sensitive stomach or prefer better-tasting water, opt for bottled or filtered water.