The main city of South Korea is Seoul. This is an interesting city where old buildings look harmoniously next to new high-rises. The country's business and cultural life is concentrated there, so prices in Seoul are higher than in other cities in South Korea.
South Korea uses its own currency. The country's monetary unit is called won. Banknotes in denominations of 10,000, 5,000 and 1,000 won have been distributed.
Accommodation in Seoul
The city has hostels, apartments, hotels and villas. Accommodation is possible in hotels of different stars. Renting a room for the night in a 3 * hotel costs about 1000 rubles. Renting a room in an apartment will cost 1300 rubles per day. Most tourists buy tickets to Seoul, which include an excursion program and accommodation. The cost of the tour is at least $ 1,700, excluding airfare.
Seoul Transportation System
The city has a subway, consisting of 9 lines. The fare depends on the distance. The minimum ticket price is 1,000 won. The bus ticket price is 1,150 won. Ride in a shared taxi costs 1900 won for the first two kilometers. Further, for each 144 meters, an additional payment of 100 won. There are deluxe taxis in Seoul. For the first three kilometers, the charge is 4,500 won.
What to buy in Seoul
Tourists in this city are guaranteed good shopping. Branded clothing and shoes are best bought at stores on Myeongdong Street. Items from past collections are sold at great discounts. You can find antiques and old-fashioned knick-knacks in the boutiques on Insa-dong Street (downtown Seoul). Souvenirs in the form of fans, figurines and boxes are cheap at 3,000-4,000 won. For electronics lovers, Technomart and Yongsan markets await.
Tourist food
The cost of food depends on the level of the restaurant. At fast food outlets, budget cafes and street stalls, the average bill is between 2,000 and 9,000 won. Mid-range restaurants offer good food for 8,000-15,000 won.
Excursions
A sightseeing tour of the city lasting 8 hours includes a visit to the royal palace of Gyeongdokkung, the TV tower with the Teddy Bear Museum, Insadong Street, the presidential residence. The minimum cost of such an excursion is $ 33. You can visit the Gwacheon Zoo for $ 5.50. A ticket to the Miso National Concert costs $ 44. A visit to the Ocean World water park for 8 hours with the whole family will cost $ 300.
