Travel Guides, Asia, KoreaEric BravoAugust 13, 2016Travel Guide, Asia, Seoul Travel Guide, Korea33 Comments

Seoul Travel Guide

Travel Guides, Asia, KoreaEric BravoAugust 13, 2016Travel Guide, Asia, Seoul Travel Guide, Korea33 Comments

Seoul Trave Guide

Prior to visiting Seoul, Korea, I had no idea what this trip was going to consist of. And I'm glad I have no expectations. I met up with a good friend who grew up in Seoul and he showed me everything. I'm not just talking about the touristy spots like the famous Gangnam District, N Seoul Tower, or Korean BBQ. I'm talking about delicious KFC (Korean Fried Chicken), speakeasy bars where you have to enter through a window, silent disco parties, and much more. Visiting Seoul was a pleasant surprise and in this Seoul Travel Guide, I'm going to be covering the Best Time to Visit Seoul, Where To Stay, Transportation, Food & Drink, & Photography Spots In Seoul.

Best Time To Visit Seoul

Best time overall

March - May
September - November

These months aren't peak season so flights and hotels are cheaper and the weather is warm (still bring a jacket for nights).

Cheapest time to visit

December - February

Very cold weather during these months, but perfect if you enjoy snow sports/activities.

Best Weather

March - May
September - November

You might find some rain during the Fall months, but for the most part the weather is mild. The weather during the summer months (June - August) is extremely hot and wouldn't recommend visiting as this also is during peak season.

Where To Stay In Seoul

Transportation In Seoul

Seoul Metro Subway

Fast, convenient and fair priced. This is by far the best way to get around Seoul. Consider buying a T-Money card as it can be used for the subway and buses.

Maps and announcements are in English as well as in Korean.

Buses

Bus stops signs are in Korean only! Know your bus number and destination prior to taking the bus. There are four different color buses and all have different routes.

Green buses routes within the district only
Yellow buses are in the central business district
Red buses are express buses
Blue buses are used for commuters from the suburbs to downtown

Taxis

Taxis are omnipresent, but can be difficult to hail one as a foreigner. If you decide to take a taxi, make sure to know your destination prior to entering, and speak with confidence. Read this helpful guide for more information.