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Buy Korean Won (KRW) before you leave for Korea.

Are you starting your trip to Korea soon? Get ready for a wonderful stay with many places to visit. To travel without any worries, we always advise you to plan well in advance. Remember to find out as much as possible about your destination country. In the same way, we suggest that you get the most information about the use of the local currency, which is the Korean won (krw). For some of your purchases, it will be useful to have some cash. Although the use of bank cards is common, cash is useful. Therefore, before your departure, we invite you to check the korean won exchange rate as it would be better to buy your travel money before your departure.

Practical tips for planning your budget

Plan on a daily budget of 95648 won per person for your stay. This will allow you to stay in a mid-range hotel for two people, to eat and to buy your daily transport ticket.

If you wish to enjoy Korean food at a restaurant during your trip, please note that a meal will cost 8000 won.

35.000 KRW

Average cost of a one night stay in Korea

12.000 KRW

Average food budget per person per day

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Good to know

Some price indications in Korea

1328 WON

A public transport ticket

3100 WON

The price of a cup of coffee

39 000 WON/24H

A Discover Seoul pass

16 245 WON

A bibimbap

800 WON/KM

A taxi ride

FREE

Entrance fee to the National Museum of Korea, Seoul

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Some suggestions

Gyeongju, to immerse yourself in Korean culture. A city enchanting by its unparalleled charm.
A botanical garden and its ecological bay, we are talking about Suncheon. Its beauty will win you over! You can also take a nice long walk in the surroundings and enjoy the calm and clear your head.
For a timeless getaway, visit Jeju and its traditional atmosphere and let it take you away.
Jeju offers a subtropical climate and is very suitable for hiking. Expect breathtaking scenery! Make a diversion to the Manjanggul Cave, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also the longest lava cave in the world.
The must-see Seoul! This megalopolis has a lot to offer in terms of attractions, activities, a mix of modern and ancient architecture, art galleries and much more.

Some facts about the Korean Won

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Denominations of the Korean Won

Notes: 1,000 WON, 5,000 WON, 10,000 WON, 50,000 WON
Coins: 1 WON, 5 WON, 10 WON, 50 WON, 100 WON, 500 WON.

The word "yen" originated from the mispronunciation of 円, which is said "en" or "enne". There was a misinterpretation between the ancient Sino-Japanese script and its pronunciation. The image on the back of the 5,000 yen note is the painting "The Flowers of Kakitsubata", by Ōgata Kōrin.

The image shows a vibrant street scene with numerous signs in various languages, including English and Korean. The signs advertise a variety of food options such as baked chicken, oven-baked ribs, and other dishes. The architecture suggests an urban environment, possibly within a shopping or dining district. This image is interesting due to the cultural blend it represents and the bustling atmosphere it suggests.

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The Korean won replaced the Korean yen, issued from 1910 to 1945. In fact, the word "won" is derived from the Chinese yuan and the Japanese yen. Korean won banknotes show different Korean personalities, Korean culture and history. The fifty thousand won note shows the first woman to appear on a South Korean banknote Shin Saimdang, Korean artist, writer, calligrapher and poet.

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Why buy Korean Won from Change Group?

ChangeGroup has exchange bureaus all over the world, with a wide coverage in the UK. ChangeGroup offers attractive rates for your travel money purchase before you leave for your holiday destination. You might want to buy your travel money online on our website to benefit from better exchange rates and 0% commission. We've also set up a home delivery service so that you don't have to go to an exchange bureau if you don't have much time and focusing on planning your trip. Save time and opt for the home delivery option for only £ 11.95 and receive your order in 24h. Do not worry about purchasing too many wons. Get Changegroup's buyback guarantee for £ 5.99 only and bring back your remaining currency. We will purchase them from you without additional fees or commission.

Traveling soon?

Here's how to easily exchange your money:

1. Choose your currency

Determine the amount you need & enjoy our best price deals online

2. Select delivery method

Choose between branch pick-up and free next day home delivery. Create an account and finalise your order.

3. Receive travel money

Pick-up your currency from one of our branches or have it delivered conveniently at your doorstep. Enjoy your trip!

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