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Explore free activities, official discounts and support programs relevant to Gangnam. Read each guide’s eligibility, conditions and dates to find options for your visit or everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the Climate Card on the Shinbundang Line?
The Shinbundang Line is outside Climate Card coverage. If your trip to or from Gangnam uses this line, bring another transit card as well. Seoul’s guide lists the routes and stations covered by the Climate Card.
More information · SeoulCan international visitors get a shopping tax refund?
Eligible visitors can receive a refund on qualifying goods bought at participating stores. Ask about tax refunds before paying, and have your passport and refund documents ready to make the process easier. The Korea Tourism Organization’s guide explains visitor eligibility and purchase and export conditions.
More information · VISITKOREAHow do I decide whether a transport pass is worth it?
Sketch the journeys you expect to make each day and compare their cost with a pass covering those routes. Include airport travel and trips outside the covered area separately. The useful comparison is your actual itinerary, not the number of rides you might take just to use the pass.
What should I prepare before shopping for a tax refund?
Start with the eligibility and purchase conditions in the VISITKOREA guide linked above. Before paying, ask the participating store which refund process applies to your purchase. Keep your passport available and save the receipt and refund documents together for the next step.