Seoul on a Budget

10 money saving tips for your trip to South Korea's capitol

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Here 10 tips to save money on your trip to Seoul:

1. Plan in Advance: Obviously you usually get cheaper deals when booking early ✈️

2. Book affordable accommodation: Like Hostels, Guesthouses or Hotels not close to the city center 🏨

3. Get a local Sim-Card: I can recommend @woorimobile for cheap tourist offers 📱

4. Eat like a local: try street or market food and local small restaurants 🍽️

5. Go for a Hike or in a Park: Seoul offers many stunning views for free on the surrounding mountains or at one of the many parks 🗻

6. Use public transportation: it’s cheap, fast, clean & convenient! Also: get a TMoney-Card🚊

7. Check @trazy_korea and @klook.kr for great trips & deals 🗺️

8. Attend free cultural performances: everyday 3pm at Namsan, Wed-Mon 10am & 2pm at Gyeongbokgung Palace, in the evening Busking in Hongdae, …

9. Visit free museums: National Museum of Korea, National Folk Museum, Hangeul Museum,..

10. Visit Temples, Palaces, historical sites: they usually have very cheap or free admission 🏯

Have fun exploring!

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