Korea · Travel · Money · Local Guide

Plan your Korea trip with clear guides, real costs, and local tips.

Currency Korea helps you understand how much you’ll spend, how to handle money in Korea, and which areas to explore — without scrolling through endless videos.

💰Designed for first-time visitors who want clear numbers, not vague advice.
📍Focused on Seoul first, then expanding to other cities step by step.
⏱️Quick to read. Most guides can be understood in 3–5 minutes.

Travel Cost

Daily budget patterns (budget / standard / premium) and what you actually spend on food, transport, and stay.

Open travel cost guide →

Money & Exchange

Where to exchange KRW, how to compare rates, and simple rules to avoid unnecessary fees as a foreign traveler.

Learn about best exchange spots →

Local Guide

Overview of key neighborhoods like Hongdae, Myeongdong, Itaewon, and Gangnam, with simple "who is this area for?" explanations.

Explore Seoul neighborhoods →

Who is Currency Korea for?

  • First-time travelers who want realistic daily cost expectations.
  • Visitors who prefer planning with numbers, not only YouTube vlogs.
  • People who want quick, honest information about money in Korea.