How to Use Public Transportation in Korea (Without Getting Lost on Day 1)
First thing you should do when you land in Korea If there’s one mistake many first-time travelers make, it’s trying to figure everything out on the spot. You arrive at the airport, open Google Maps, look at the subway map, and suddenly it feels way more complicated than you expected. The truth is, Korea’s transportation system is actually very easy. You just need one thing to make it simple. That’s the T-money card. You can buy it at any convenience store inside the airport or in the city. It doesn’t take more than a minute. Just ask for a “T-money card” and they’ll know. Once you have it, you don’t need to worry about buying tickets every time. Just tap and go. That’s it. The subway looks confusing… until you use it once At first glance, Seoul’s subway map looks overwhelming. Too many lines, too many colors, too many stops. But here’s the interesting part. Most people only feel confused before their first ride. After that, it suddenly becomes easy. Every station is ...