Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.2M
Population
121 km2
Area
304 Mbps
Internet
66m
Elevation
UTC+09:00
Timezone
SWU (6km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Suwon's imposing Hwaseong Fortress walls encircle a blend of Joseon history and K-tech innovation, just south of Seoul. Digital nomads plug into ultrafast broadband amid mild continental seasons, with hwachon village eats and easy KTX links to the capital. Modern cafes dot the canals, mixing work with weekend hikes.
QUICK FACTS
Country
South Korea
Region
Eastern Asia
Population
1.2M
Timezone
UTC+09:00
Elevation
66 m
Language
Korean
Airport
SWU
GPS
37.29, 127.01
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
18,148 points of interest mapped in Suwon — 150 per km2
Tech
304 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Travel
SWU airport just 6 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
18,148 total POIs 149.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
2,042
Cafes
583
Bars
153
Fast Food
238
Shopping
Supermarkets
363
Convenience
620
Shopping Malls
51
Healthcare
Hospitals
399
Clinics
918
Pharmacies
105
Education
Schools
882
Universities
33
Libraries
131
Recreation
Parks
1,507
Playgrounds
866
Sports
180
Cinemas
31
Museums
33
Theatres
16
Transport
Bus Stops
5,101
Train Stations
62
Fuel Stations
254
Services
Banks
292
ATMs
50
Post Offices
76
Police
108
Fire Stations
29
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
304 Mbps
Download
254 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
18,791
Tests
5,838
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
-0°
J
2°
F
6°
M
12°
A
19°
M
23°
J
25°
J
23°
A
19°
S
12°
O
6°
N
2°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 12.3 C Range: -0.2 - 24.8 C Rain: 1,379 mm/year Sunshine: 2,975 h/year
CITY SCORES
94.9
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.6
Overall
AIRPORT
SWU
Suwon Airport
6 km from center
Very close — ~9 min ride
FUN FACTS
Suwon (Korean: 수원; Korean pronunciation: [sʰu.wʌn]) is the largest city and capital of Gyeonggi Province, South Korea's most populous province.
The city lies approximately 30 km (19 mi) south of the national capital, Seoul.
With a population of 1.2 million, Suwon has more inhabitants than Ulsan, though it enjoys a lesser degree of self-governance as a 'special case city'.
Traditionally known as the 'City of Filial Piety', modern Suwon retains a variety of historical landmarks.
As a walled city, it is a popular destination for day-trippers from Seoul, with the wall itself—Hwaseong Fortress—receiving 1½ million visits in 2015.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Suwon known for?
Suwon's imposing Hwaseong Fortress walls encircle a blend of Joseon history and K-tech innovation, just south of Seoul. Digital nomads plug into ultrafast broadband amid mild continental seasons, with hwachon village eats and easy KTX links to the capital. Modern cafes dot the canals, mixing work with weekend hikes.
How fast is the internet in Suwon?
Suwon has an average download speed of 304 Mbps and upload speed of 254 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Suwon?
Suwon has an average year-round temperature of approximately 12.3 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Suwon?
Suwon is served by SWU (Suwon Airport), approximately 6 km from the city center.
What is the population of Suwon?
The population of Suwon is approximately 1.2M.
What infrastructure does Suwon have?
Suwon has 18,148 mapped points of interest, including 2,042 restaurants, 399 hospitals, 882 schools.
What country is Suwon in?
Suwon is located in South Korea.
