From the Airport to the City
A practical guide to arriving at Incheon or Gimpo Airport and getting into central Seoul by train, bus, or taxi.
Guides
Categories: All Β· arrival Β· transport Β· food Β· shopping Β· stay Β· emergency Β· etiquette
T-money Card: Your Transport Card
Everything you need to know about Korea's T-money transport card β where to buy it, how to top it up, and how to use it on the subway and bus.
SIM Cards and eSIMs
How to get mobile data in Korea β SIM cards, eSIMs, where to buy them, and how much data you will need.
Money and Currency Exchange
How to handle money in Korea β cash versus card, where to exchange currency for the best rate, and why you should not tip.
How to Ride the Subway
A beginner's guide to Seoul's subway β how to plan a route, pay, transfer between lines, and ride politely.
How to Ride the Bus
How to ride Seoul's buses β the colour system, how to pay, how to find the right bus, and when to take a long-distance bus.
Taxis and Late-Night Travel
How to take a taxi in Seoul β hailing, fares, the late-night surcharge, and how to avoid common problems.
Ordering Food in Restaurants
How to order food in Korea β how restaurants work, how to order without speaking Korean, and how to pay.
Vegetarian and Halal Food
Eating vegetarian or halal in Korea β where to find suitable food, what to ask for, and how to explain allergies in Korean.
Convenience Stores: A 24-Hour Lifeline
A guide to Korea's 24-hour convenience stores β what to eat, how to use them, and the other services they offer.
Shopping and Tax Refunds
How to get a tax refund on your shopping in Korea β instant refunds, airport refunds, and what to keep.
Where to Stay in Seoul
Where to stay in Seoul β hotels, guesthouses, hanok stays, the best neighbourhoods, and booking tips.
Emergency Numbers: 112 and 119
Emergency numbers in Korea β 112 for police, 119 for ambulance and fire, and the 1330 tourist hotline for non-emergency help.
Lost Something? What to Do
What to do if you lose something in Korea β on the subway, in a taxi, or in a restaurant β and how to replace a lost passport.
Korean Etiquette for Visitors
Korean manners for visitors β greetings, shoes, table manners, giving and receiving, and respect for elders.