Seoul, Explained

Seoul 101

Your first steps into Korea, with Seoul as the starting point. Practical answers to help you feel at home, wherever your trip takes you.

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Editorial illustration of a smartphone over a Seoul transit map surrounded by icons for maps, taxis, restaurant bookings, translation, and saved places

Seoul 1013 min

Which Apps Should I Install Before Visiting Seoul?

Install one strong local map, one taxi app, one restaurant-booking app, and a translator you trust before your first Seoul trip.

Seoul 1012 min

Can I Eat Korean BBQ Alone in Seoul?

Often, yes—but two servings do not automatically guarantee solo seating. Here is how Korean barbecue minimum orders work and what to ask at the door.

Editorial illustration of a smartphone route connecting a Seoul subway station to a nearby building entrance

Seoul 1013 min

How do I use Naver Map in English to find my way around Seoul?

A practical first-trip guide to setting up Naver Map in English, checking the right branch, reading a Seoul transit route, and finding the correct entrance.