Seoul, Korea Travel Guide
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Essentials & Practicals in Seoul
LAYOUT
Seoul is divided by the Han River, running east and west. Most of the attractions lie north of the river. Itaewon is just north of the river and lies towards the east side of the city center. The main palaces and the Namdaemun Market are northwest of Itaewon.
Here’s a link to a nice map of Seoul: http://www.johomaps.com/as/korea/seoul/seoulmetro.html
Courtesy of Johomaps
LANGUAGE
Korean is a difficult language with tons of syllables in one word. It’s definitely challenging.
ELECTRICITY
220V 60Hz
TIMES TO GO
Low Season: Summer and winter
High Season: Fall and Spring
MONEY
Currency: Korean Won (W) Notes: Korea uses the Won (W) and the largest wan bill can go up to 10,000 won. Check out the destinations page to convert your currency. You’ll be carrying a lot of cash in Seoul. Keep most of it in a safe and take what you need with you when you go out and about.
Money, Cash Machines, ATMs: Cash machines are located everywhere.
Tipping: Koreans don’t tip
INTERNET CAFES and CONVENIENCE STORES
In Seoul, internet cafes abound. Seoul is a mecca to internet cafes. Same with convenience stores actually. The best convenience stores are the ones that are on smaller streets, hidden from the main roads. Cheaper prices for water and whatever else you need.
EMBASSIES
- Canadian Embassy – Kolon Bldg 9th Floor, 45 Mukyo-don, Ph: 82 2 3455 6000, www.korea.gc.ca
- U.K. Embassy – 40 Taepyung-ro 4 Chung-dong, Ph: 82 2 3210 5500, www.uk.or.kr
- United States Embassy – 32 Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Ph: 82 2 3974114