Q: How to Get to Seoul

The easiest and fastest way to get to Seoul is by: Plane As the capital and also one of the famous tourist cities, there are many commercial flight routes both domestic and international to Seoul. After landing at Incheon International Airport or Gimpo Airport, you can continue the journey to the city center by train or taxi. Train If you depart from other cities within South Korea, you will have no trouble finding the KTX train route to Seoul. The main train stations here are Seoul Station and Yongsan Station. Bus Similar to trains, road trips using buses are also popular with local tourists who depart from cities in South Korea. There are four main bus terminals in this city, namely Central City Terminal (Honam Terminal), Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, Seoul Express Bus Terminal, and Nambu Bus Terminal.

Q: Best Time to Visit Seoul

Season The best time to visit Seoul is in the spring and fall. In spring (March-May), flowers bloom, so the views of the whole city are different and beautiful. While in the fall (September-November), the leaves of the trees in the entire city have changed color to yellow and orange so you will witness an unforgettable view. In addition, in both seasons, the weather in the city is not too hot, not too cold, not much rain, and tends to be sunny. Average Temperature In winter, the average temperature here can reach -4 degrees Celsius (25 degrees Fahrenheit). Entering spring, the average temperature rises to 11 degrees Celsius (52 degrees Fahrenheit). Whereas in summer, the average temperature can reach 24 degrees Celsius (75 degrees Fahrenheit). In autumn, the average temperature drops again to 13 degrees Celsius (55 degrees Fahrenheit). Festival Every April, there is the Yeon Deung Hoe or Lotus Lantern Festival held before the Buddha's birthday. In this festival, there will be parades of lanterns with unique and beautiful shapes along the way. And in the same month, there is also The Yeouido Spring Flower Festival to celebrate the blooming of spring flowers on Yeouiseo-ro Road. The event will be enlivened by street performances, parades, bazaars, exhibitions, and also various contests.

Question 1

What is tiket CLEAN in Seoul?

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Do you miss traveling but still worried about the COVID-19 pandemic? We understand completely. Now, you can have a great trip with your loved ones to your favorite places in Seoul without worrying! Adapting to the current situation, various tourist sites are now setting new regulations and policies regarding cleanliness and social distancing at the site. We certainly want all t-mates to enjoy a pleasant time while still maintaining health, cleanliness, and safety together.

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For more information, you can check the Highlight section of each product page with the “tiket CLEAN” logo. There, you will find a full explanation of the new regulations at the attraction.

Make sure you and your loved ones understand and follow the rules. This way, you, other visitors, and also the staff on duty can both enjoy a pleasant day without worries!

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Question 2

What to Expect in Seoul

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Seoul is the capital city of South Korea which is full of colors, entertainment, street markets, beauty products, and tourist attractions that are rich in cultural and historical values. You really can find everything here!

This city is perfect for you who like to travel to a metropolitan city but still get to learn about the culture and history of the places you visit.

Seoul can be a perfect family tourist destination because of the many tourist attractions and interactive activities that are suitable for all ages. In addition, because of the beautiful scenery, this city is also suitable for your honeymoon destination.

Question 3

How to Get to Seoul

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The easiest and fastest way to get to Seoul is by:

Plane

As the capital and also one of the famous tourist cities, there are many commercial flight routes both domestic and international to Seoul. After landing at Incheon International Airport or Gimpo Airport, you can continue the journey to the city center by train or taxi.

Train

If you depart from other cities within South Korea, you will have no trouble finding the KTX train route to Seoul. The main train stations here are Seoul Station and Yongsan Station.

Bus

Similar to trains, road trips using buses are also popular with local tourists who depart from cities in South Korea. There are four main bus terminals in this city, namely Central City Terminal (Honam Terminal), Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, Seoul Express Bus Terminal, and Nambu Bus Terminal.

Question 4

Accommodation in Seoul

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Seoul has many hotel buildings that offer a beautiful city appearance, comfortable modern rooms, and complete facilities. These accommodations are generally 3 and 4-star hotels. In addition, the city also has many budget lodgings, most of which are 2-star hotels. These lodgings have simpler rooms, but with the same cleanliness and comfort.

Question 5

Instagramable Spots in Seoul

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Seoul has many photo spots that are famous for their beauty and how to reflect the local culture. Some of the places that you can visit are Bukchon Hanok Village, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Myeongdong, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Gwanghwamun Gate, and Namsan Mountain.

Question 6

Culinary in Seoul

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Seoul is the right city if you want to try a variety of South Korean specialties, ranging from traditional to modern. Some of the things you must try are Ddeokbokki (rice cake with spicy sauce), Soon Dae (blood sausage: made from boiled pork intestines filled with various other food ingredients), Tornado Potatoes (fried potatoes shaped like tornadoes), Naeng Myeon (typical Korean noodles made from buckwheat, potatoes, and sweet potatoes, Jjamppong (boiled noodles with spicy broth), kimchi (pickled fermented vegetables with special spices), Jjajangmyeon (noodles with black bean sauce), Japchae (Korean fried vermicelli), Samgyetang (boiled chicken with ginseng), Korean BBQ, Chi-maek (chicken and beer), and Bungeoppang (fish-shaped cake).

Vegan / Vegetarian Food

You will have no trouble finding restaurants and cafes that specialize in vegan and vegetarian food in Seoul. The food served varies, ranging from South Korean specialties to western food. Some street food in Seoul is also vegetarian-friendly.

Question 7

Shopping in Seoul

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Seoul is a city in South Korea that is the most appropriate for shopping, especially to shop for famous local beauty products. Some of the locations that you can visit are Myeongdong Street, Ewha Woman's University Shopping Street, Namdaemun Market, Dongdaemun, Garosugil, Insadong, and Lotte Mart. The items that you can find here vary, from beauty products, clothes, Korean snacks, and local handicrafts.

Question 8

Best Time to Visit Seoul

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Season

The best time to visit Seoul is in the spring and fall. In spring (March-May), flowers bloom, so the views of the whole city are different and beautiful. While in the fall (September-November), the leaves of the trees in the entire city have changed color to yellow and orange so you will witness an unforgettable view. In addition, in both seasons, the weather in the city is not too hot, not too cold, not much rain, and tends to be sunny.

Average Temperature

In winter, the average temperature here can reach -4 degrees Celsius (25 degrees Fahrenheit). Entering spring, the average temperature rises to 11 degrees Celsius (52 degrees Fahrenheit). Whereas in summer, the average temperature can reach 24 degrees Celsius (75 degrees Fahrenheit). In autumn, the average temperature drops again to 13 degrees Celsius (55 degrees Fahrenheit).

Festival

Every April, there is the Yeon Deung Hoe or Lotus Lantern Festival held before the Buddha's birthday. In this festival, there will be parades of lanterns with unique and beautiful shapes along the way. And in the same month, there is also The Yeouido Spring Flower Festival to celebrate the blooming of spring flowers on Yeouiseo-ro Road. The event will be enlivened by street performances, parades, bazaars, exhibitions, and also various contests.

Question 9

How to Get Around in Seoul

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Seoul is a comfortable and safe city for walking. If you visit nearby places, walking is a good choice.

For public transportation, you can rely on subways, buses, and taxis. Subway here is the most widely used because the route is quite complete and reaches many corners of the city. You can easily read the route map because it is generally written in Korean, English, Mandarin, and Japanese. If you are going to use this public transportation quite often while in Seoul, you should just buy a canal ticket.

Buses in Seoul also reach a lot of city parts. You have to wait at the designated stop because the bus won't stop carelessly and won't wait for passengers.

As for taxis, you will also have no trouble finding them in various locations, both day and night. Regular taxis are orange or silver in color, whereas taxis of higher quality are usually black with yellow markings.

Question 10

How Big is Seoul

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With an area of 605.2 square kilometers, you can spend around 3 days here to explore various the most famous tourist attractions in Seoul. Some things to do in Seoul that you can try are to study the history of South Korea in Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village, enjoy views of the city from above at N Seoul Tower, play all day at Everland or Lotte World Theme Park, shop and try street food in Dongdaemun, Myeongdong, and Namdaemun Market, and witnessed the attractive appearance of the Nanta Cooking Show (without dialogue).

Question 11

Seoul / South Korea Currency

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KRW (Korean Won).

Question 12

Language in Seoul

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The main and official language here is Korean. The majority of locals are not fluent in English so it helps if you learn basic Korean, including learning to read it. This will really help you when you are in Seoul.

Question 13

Seoul Time Zone

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Question 14

Plug Types in Seoul

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The types of plugs in South Korea are type C and F. Both types have two round pins. This type is also used in many European, Asian, and South American countries. The voltage here is 220V while the frequency of the electric current is 60Hz.

Question 15

Important Information About Seoul

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If you visit in the spring and fall, you should wear long sleeves with thick material, long pants, and comfortable walking shoes. It's also a good idea to wear layered clothes or jackets and cardigans that you can take off when entering buildings that have heaters.
In summer, you can wear short sleeves, shorts, and hats. It's best to bring outers, like a jacket or cardigan to protect your skin from the heat.
Whereas in winter, you should wear thick clothes, thick jackets, thick or padded pants, and shoes with socks. You can also bring a scarf, earplugs, and gloves.
Don't blow your nose in a public place, even if you have a handkerchief or tissue. Do it on the toilet.
Take off your shoes when you are entering someone's house.
No need to tip the staff.
Don't sit on the priority seat of public transportations if you don't belong to the category that needs it.

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