Travel to South Korea
A trip to South Korea is excellent for adventure, exploring culture and enjoying local food. Through our services, we help make your trip to South Korea both memorable and worry-free.
The price in South Korea for a cup of
cappuccino
26-56 SEK
One hour trip with
taxi
100-172 SEK
Largest airports in South Korea
Seol-Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Currency information
In South Korea, you pay with South Korean won, KRW. Accepted means of payment are both cash and card.
Most used payment method
Card
Primary currency in South Korea
Plan your trip to South Korea
With FOREX, you can easily prepare and plan your trip to South Korea through services such as currency exchange, booking experiences and activities, and finding flights and travel insurance. South Korea is a place where tradition meets the present in a fascinating way. Here you can experience everything from impressive landscapes and historic sites to vibrant cities with their cutting-edge architecture and technology. The local food culture offers an exciting mix of traditional dishes and modern flavors.
Things to do in South Korea
Immerse yourself in the country's history by visiting well-preserved temples and palaces. Enjoy a mix of tradition and innovation in the heart of the cities, where you can experience everything from delicious food and shopping to an entertaining nightlife. Explore the scenic landscapes, from beautiful gardens to challenging hiking trails. Some of the most popular cities and areas in South Korea to visit are Seoul, Busan, Incheon and Daegu. The capital of South Korea is Seoul. We wish you a great trip to South Korea with many joyful moments. Have a nice trip!
Book experiences in South Korea
FOREX index for South Korea
The FOREX Index compares average prices for things like mid-range or three-star hotels, restaurants and taxis.
Time Zone: UTC+9
Average tip in a
restaurant
10 %
FOREX Credit Card
Effective interest rate is 17.19% when paying by e-invoice (20.84% with paper invoice) for a used credit of 20,000 SEK repaid over 1 year (9DEC2024). Creditor: Entercard Group AB (organisation number 556673-0585), 105 34 Stockholm.
No currency exchange fees
Skip the markups and fees on your vacation.
No withdrawal fee outside the EU/EEA
Withdraw cash at no extra cost.
Supplementary travel insurance
90 days of protection for you and your family.
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