Seoul offers an extensive subway system that is fast, modern and cheap and runs from 5:30 am until midnight. Signs and announcements are made in English with fares starting around W1,350 or W1,250 with the T-money card. The subway is extremely crowded during rush hour times and should be avoided from 8 - 9 am and from 6 - 7 pm during the work week. The trains are color-coded and travel time between stations is usually 2 - 3 minutes, there is a subway station within a 10-minute walk from wherever you are in the city.

Seoul`s bus system is a convenient and cheap way to travel around the city. The buses are color coded and travel different routes, most route information is not provided in English and most drivers only speak Korean. Blue buses travel long distances within the city limits and connect different districts, Green buses travel shorter distances within the city limits and connect with the subway stations, Yellow buses run a loop around the downtown area and Red buses travel to the outer suburbs. Tickets prices begin around W1,300 up to W2,400 depending on the bus and the total distance traveled. Buses run from 5:30 am until midnight and arrive every 5 - 15 minutes.

Taxis are plentiful in the city, most drivers speak English and the cost of a taxi is relatively inexpensive. You can catch a taxi at taxi stands located around the city, hail a taxi from the street or call and order a taxi by phone. Taxis are metered and generally cost between W2,800 - W3,000 for the first 1.25 miles and W100 for every eighth of a mile after that. Taxis that run from midnight to 4 am charge an extra 20%.

Seoul is a large city made up of many different neighborhoods and districts making it an impossible city to explore on foot. Some of these areas are perfect for walking around and there are subway stations within a 10-minute walk from anywhere in the city. Walking around the popular street markets in Seoul is a great way to explore places such as Myeongdong and Dongdaemun which contain some of the largest markets areas in the country. Hiking in the mountain areas of Seoul can be a rewarding outdoor escape from the hustle and bustle of the busy city and there are plenty of parks worth exploring on foot.

There are many parks situated in the city that feature multiple bike paths perfect for cycling. You can rent bicycles in the parks and take a ride along the Han River. Cycling around different neighborhoods through the windy ancient alleyways is a great way to discover the city and its hidden treasures.