Seoul is South Korea's dynamic capital city, a megacity where ancient palaces and traditional markets coexist alongside gleaming skyscrapers and state-of-the-art technology. With a rich cultural heritage spanning over 600 years as the Joseon Dynasty capital, Seoul offers world-class cuisine, vibrant nightlife, and extraordinary shopping.
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Seoul boasts one of the world's finest and most comprehensive public transport systems, regularly rated the best in Asia. The integrated metro, bus, and taxi network makes getting around Seoul efficient, affordable, and easy. The T-Money card is the essential tool for navigating Seoul's transit system and is accepted on all public transport.
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Buy multi-day or weekly transit passes if you'll use public transport more than twice a day.
Keep small change handy for buses and shorter trips where contactless may not work.
Avoid rush hour (typically 7-9 AM and 5-7 PM) for a more comfortable journey.