The capital and largest city of South Korea. Almost a quarter of South Koreans live in Seoul along with over 275,000 international residents.
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Things to do in Seoul [closed]
A friend and I (both Canadians in our young 20s) are going to be visiting a Korean friend of ours in Seoul for 2 weeks at the end of August.
What are the must-do things to do while we're there? My ...
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Are there tours available from Seoul to the Korean Demilitarized Zone?
I am planning to visit the Korean Demilitarized Zone while staying in Seoul and would like to get tour options. Anyone has done this?
Prices, schedule and tips are most welcome.
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Which part of Seoul's ancient city walls is closest to Hongdae by foot?
On a previous trip to Seoul I became very interested in the old city gates and city walls. A couple of the largest gates are famous and are close to the city centre. But the smaller gates and ...
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Where to buy a second-hand smartphone in Seoul?
I'm currently travelling in South Korea, home of major smartphone companies such as Samsung. It's a country in a technology boom where everybody wants to have the latest gadgets.
That implies they no ...
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What time does the Seoul subway system open in the morning?
A friend of mine at my hostel here in Seoul needs to get to Gimpo Airport in the morning and is asking what time the subway system commences operation.
I've looked at the Wikitravel page for Seoul ...
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Do ATMs at Incheon International Aiport in South Korea have high fees or bad exchange rates
At least a couple of times I've arrived from a long flight and headed to the ATM in the airport to get some local currency only to find out that the ATMs in the airport are special and will rip you ...
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Walking tours in Seoul
I'm having a 14 hour overnight stopover in Seoul in early December. I was looking to leave the airport and maybe see some of Seoul. Are there any reputable and good night tours of Seoul, especially ...
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Is it safe to drink tap water in Seoul?
I've been hearing conflicting views. The government assures everyone that it's okay but the locals don't seem to trust the government, at least in this issue. Does anybody know any conclusive ...
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Which ATM/debit card to use in Seoul?
I'll be going to Seoul on Saturday. Unfortunately I don't have any international money cards. I do have two cards, an E-ON card from Unionbank (VISA Electron) and a BPI Express ATM (has a Cirrus ...
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Approximately how much for housing and food in Seoul, Korea?
I've been trying to fill out an application that requires me to list how much I think I will need for a 1-semester stay (about 3~4 months) in Seoul.
They require two separate fields for "housing" and ...
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Options for flying to Tokyo from Seoul
We are planning on the ferry from Fukuoka to Busan and then fly back to Tokyo from Seoul a week later. What are the options for flying one way from Seoul to Tokyo? We would like to find something ...
