Seoul to boost Wi-Fi access in popular tourist areas

The Seoul Metropolitan Government plans to turn key tourist hot spots into "free data zones" by expanding high-speed public Wi-Fi, aiming to improve convenience for foreign visitors and strengthen the city's tourism appeal.



According to media reports on March 29, the city will install a dense network of Wi-Fi routers in popular destinations such as Hangang Park, Seongsu-dong and Myeong-dong.



The infrastructure will incorporate Wi-Fi 7 technology, which is in the early stages of nationwide adoption. The standard supports speeds of up to 46 gigabits per second, roughly 4.8 times faster than previous-generation Wi-Fi.



The initiative reflects the city’s broader strategy to enhance its competitiveness and tourism. Travel patterns among international visitors are increasingly individualised and driven by real-time online searches, amid growing global interest in Korean culture.