Snapshot
South Korea at a glance
- Capital
- Seoul
- Population
- 52,081,799
- Area
- 100,363 km²
- Calling code
- +82
- Schengen
- Not in Schengen
- Tap water
- Unknown
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South Korea
Explore Seoul, Busan and Incheon. Check local travel essentials, save places and plan journeys between cities.
Currency KRWTime in Seoul 09:51UTC+09:00Country codes KR / KOR
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Largest settlements in the available GeoNames snapshot (2026-09-06); population dates and city boundaries differ. GeoNames · CC BY 4.0.
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Explore mapped places within 5 km of Seoul. Hours and access are shown only when recorded.
7 places to explore. More places may be available in the city.
N Seoul Tower
N Seoul Tower is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Plan your visit
- Listed opening hours
- Not recorded
- Wheelchair access
- Not recorded
- Entry fee
- Not recorded
Opening hours and access details may change. Confirm with the venue before travelling.
Myeongdong Cathedral
Myeongdong Cathedral is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Namdaemun Market
Namdaemun Market is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Youngnak Presbyterian Church
Youngnak Presbyterian Church is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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- Not recorded
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Bangsan Market
Bangsan Market is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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- Listed opening hours
- Not recorded
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- Not recorded
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Seoul Animation Center
Seoul Animation Center is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Daehan Cinema
Daehan Cinema is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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- Listed opening hours
- Not recorded
- Wheelchair access
- Not recorded
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- Not recorded
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Before you step outside
Weather in Seoul
Temperature, rain, wind, sunrise, sunset and a seven-day outlook.
Full city weather → · Open-Meteo, Forecast updated when requested.
Think in the local currency
What is that in KRW?
Czech National Bank reference rate, 07 Sep 2026. For planning; card and cash exchange rates can differ.
Arrive with a little context
Land here. Start in Seoul.
GMP
An arrival option for Seoul
Seoul Gimpo International Airport
16.5 km from the city centre · straight line
Compare scheduled-service airports near Seoul. Distances are measured in a straight line; your journey by road or public transport will be longer.
Flights at GMP
Live flight times are not available here yet. Check the airport’s official board before travelling.
GMP airport information ↗Compare arrival airports
| Airport | IATA | Distance to city | Plan the next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seoul Gimpo International Airport | GMP | 16.5 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Incheon International Airport | ICN | 47.7 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) | WJU | 87.8 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513) | CJJ | 105.3 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Yangyang International Airport | YNY | 158.4 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base | KUV | 187.6 km | Airport website ↗ |
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Seoul Gimpo International Airport
Seoul · RKSS
Elevation59 ft
Coordinates37.5583, 126.791
Runways
14L / 32R
11811 × 148 ft
ASP14R / 32L
10499 × 197 ft
ASPRadio frequencies
SEOUL RDO127.1 MHz
SEOUL RDO1330.3 MHz
BRICKWALL120 MHz
SEOUL APP120.8 MHz
ATIS126.4 MHz
CLNC DEL122.6 MHz
SEOUL DEP125.15 MHz
GND121.9 MHz
TWR118.1 MHz
Incheon International Airport
Seoul · RKSI
Elevation23 ft
Coordinates37.469101, 126.450996
Runways
15L / 33R
12303 × 197 ft
ASPH15R / 33L
12303 × 197 ft
ASPH16L / 34R
13123 × 197 ft
ASPH16R / 34L
12303 × 197 ft
ASPHRadio frequencies
SEOUL APP120.8 MHz
ATIS23.025 MHz
CLNC DEL121 MHz
SEOUL DEP121.35 MHz
GND121.4 MHz
RAMP CON121.65 MHz
TWR118.2 MHz
Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46)
Wonju · RKNW
Elevation329 ft
Coordinates37.437113, 127.960051
Runways
03 / 21
9000 × 150 ft
CONRadio frequencies
BRICKWALL120 MHz
APP141.2 MHz
ATIS136.45 MHz
DEP130.2 MHz
GND CLNC DEL27.58 MHz
TWR126.2 MHz
Cheongju International Airport/Cheongju Air Base (K-59/G-513)
Cheongju · RKTU
Elevation191 ft
Coordinates36.71556, 127.500289
Runways
06L / 24R
9000 × 200 ft
CON06R / 24L
9000 × 150 ft
CONRadio frequencies
BRICKWALL120 MHz
JUNGWON APP134 MHz
ATIS128.85 MHz
JUNGWON DEP134 MHz
Cheongju Intl Approach134 MHz
Cheongju Intl Ground120.65 MHz
Cheongju Intl Tower118.7 MHz
Yangyang International Airport
Gonghang-ro · RKNY
Elevation241 ft
Coordinates38.060481, 128.669822
Runways
15 / 33
8202 × 148 ft
CONRadio frequencies
GANGNEUNG APP124.6 MHz
CLD123.15 MHz
GANGNEUNG DEP124.6 MHz
GND123.15 MHz
TWR118.85 MHz
Gunsan Airport / Gunsan Air Base
Gunsan · RKJK
Elevation29 ft
Coordinates35.903801, 126.615997
Runways
18 / 36
9000 × 150 ft
CONRadio frequencies
AMC COMD POST/TACC120 MHz
APP124.1 MHz
ATIS120.225 MHz
CLNC DEL133.75 MHz
DEP124.1 MHz
GND123.5 MHz
PMSV METRO34.65 MHz
COMD POST27.72 MHz
PTD132.25 MHz
TWR126.5 MHz
Travel reference only; not for aviation navigation.
Get around with confidence
Getting around Seoul
Load the available mapped lines. This is a route map, not a live departure board.
Stops along the route
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Explore the mapped bus, rail, metro, tram and ferry lines serving Seoul. Available modes depend on the local network. Check today’s departures and tickets with the operator.
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More ideas for your stay
Browse 7 ideas for Seoul — from things to see and do to food and places to stay. Check current details before booking or visiting.
Browse things to do, food & stays
N Seoul Tower
Directions ↗N Seoul Tower is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Myeongdong Cathedral
Directions ↗Myeongdong Cathedral is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Namdaemun Market
Directions ↗Namdaemun Market is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Youngnak Presbyterian Church
Directions ↗Youngnak Presbyterian Church is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Bangsan Market
Directions ↗Bangsan Market is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Seoul Animation Center
Directions ↗Seoul Animation Center is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Daehan Cinema
Directions ↗Daehan Cinema is one option for your time in Seoul. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Trip notes are written for MyTripTools from place names, categories and mapped details. Use “Find more” above for nearby food and stays. Maps and supplemental place details: OpenStreetMap contributors · ODbL. Check details with the venue.
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