A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Siem Reap vs. Seoul for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Siem Reap or Seoul?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Siem Reap or Seoul, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Siem Reap or Seoul?

Siem Reap

Located in northern Cambodia, Siem Reap is the closest town to Cambodia's famous Angkor Wat. It is a comfortable and laid back town and most visitors use it as a base to explore the country's most visited destination. Although Siem Reap was once a quaint village, it has continued to grow and change to meet the needs of the many tourists who visit every year. Siem Reap has become a very touristy town with easy access to restaurants, hotels, and shops. It also has a large expatriate community and the western influences are unavoidable. Although prices remain quite low, they are higher than you might find elsewhere in Cambodia.

Seoul

With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.

Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Siem Reap?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Siem Reap is $80, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $111. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Siem Reap and Seoul in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Siem Reap $51
    Seoul $56
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Siem Reap $102
    Seoul $112
Compare Hotels in Siem Reap and Seoul

Looking for a hotel in Siem Reap or Seoul? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Siem Reap


Hotels in Seoul


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Siem Reap Hotel Prices and Seoul Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Siem Reap $8.65
    Seoul $16
Typical Local Transportation prices in Siem Reap

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Siem Reap:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $13
  • Bike Rentals
    $1.90

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Siem Reap

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Siem Reap:

  • Private Taxi Airport Transfer to Siem Reap Town: $13
  • Siem Reap International Airport Transfer: $18
  • Tonle Sap Sunset Boat Cruise with Transfers: $21
  • Kampong Phluk Floating Village Tour with Transfer: $21
  • Siem Reap Airport or Hotel Private Transfer: $23
  • Private Transfer from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh: $24
  • Siem Reap Airport: Private Transfer to Siem Reap City: $25
  • Phare, Cambodian Circus with Tuk-Tuk Transfers: $33
  • Private Transfer from Siem Reap to Kampot or Kep: $43
  • Private Transfer from Siem Reap to Sihanoukville: $43
  • Private transfers Siem Reap city to Siem Reap Angkor Airport: $65
  • Private Taxi Transfer from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh: $89

Typical Local Transportation prices in Seoul

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:


  • Subway Card
    $3.76
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $5.26
  • Metro Ride
    $1.02
  • Seoul City Pass Plus
    $7.52

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:

  • 8-Hour Private Transfer with English-Speaking Chauffeur in Seoul: $350
  • Airport Private Transfer : Seoul Hotel to Incheon International Airport (ICN): $78
  • Airport Private Transfer: Incheon Airport ⇔ Seoul Hotel (More member, Less cost): $78
  • From Everland Admission Ticket with Transfer: $74
  • From Half-Day MBC Dae Jang Geum Park Transfer: $55
  • Incheon Airport Private Transfer between Seoul City: $103
  • Private Airport Transfer * Incheon Airport <-> Seoul (1-5 people): $99
  • Private Airport Transfer - Incheon Airport ⇔ Seoul (Up to 7 or 11 people): $138
  • Private Airport Transfer - Incheon Airport from/to Hotel in Seoul: $192
  • Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-12 pax): $180
  • Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-5 pax): $95
  • Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City - Gimpo Airport (1-5 pax): $95

Is it cheaper to fly into Siem Reap or Seoul?

Prices for flights to both Seoul and Siem Reap change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Siem Reap $15
    Seoul $31
Typical Food prices in Siem Reap

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Siem Reap:


  • Breakfast for Two
    $5.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Siem Reap

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Siem Reap.

  • Dinner Show with Apsara Dance Performance by Tuk-Tuk: $24
  • Apsara Dance Show & Dinner with Tuk-Tuk Transfers: $26
  • Cooking Class and Market Shopping: $29
  • Khmer Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $29
  • Half-Day Cambodian Cooking Class: $32
  • Cambodian Cooking Class from Siem Reap: $32
  • Cambodian Desserts Cooking Lesson with Tastings: $32
  • Guided Authentic and Unique Street Food Tour: $35
  • Small Group Guided Authentic & Unique Food Tour: $39
  • Guided Day Trip to Local Village & Cooking Class: $39
  • Private Street Food Tour by Bus or Bike: $40
  • Evening Food Tour - Inclusive 10 Local Tastings: $43

Typical Food prices in Seoul

Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:


  • Rice with Kimchi & Bacon
    $4.51
  • Waffle
    $0.75
  • Dippin' Dots
    $1.50
  • Chicken Fried Rice
    $4.14
  • Chicken Stick
    $1.50
  • Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew
    $1.43
  • Lunch Buffet
    $4.51
  • Donut
    $0.75
  • Mushroom Burger
    $3.91
  • Green Tea Ice Cream
    $2.48
  • Udon & Sushi
    $5.26
  • Fresh Burger
    $3.61
  • Soba Noodles Lunch
    $3.38
  • Bibimbap Lunch
    $3.76
  • Fried Rice
    $4.14
  • Vietnamese Dinner
    $7.14
  • Breakfast and Coffee for 2
    $7.14
  • Donut
    $1.88

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.

  • [Seoul Live Virtual Tour with OraeGage] Korean Snack Foods Cooking Class: $10
  • Seoul Private Food Tour : $35
  • Seoul OraeGage Seochon Korea Art&Food Tour: $35
  • Namdaemun Market Street Food Tour: $49
  • Seoul Fortress Night Hike with Traditional Dinner: $49
  • Seoul : Namdaemun Market Street Food Tour : $50
  • Sunset Walking Tour in Naksan Park with Dinner: $52
  • Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $54
  • Incheon Full-Day Sunset and Sea Food Tour: $65
  • Seoul Night 2.5 Hours Food Tour: $65
  • Seoul Afternoon Food Tour and visit 3 land Marks of Seoul: $67
  • Taste hidden street food in Seoul with a 2.5h food tour: $71

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Siem Reap $29
    Seoul $27
Typical Entertainment prices in Siem Reap

Here are a few typical costs in Siem Reap for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Angkor Tour Guide
    $8.11

Tours and Activities in Siem Reap

Here are a few actual costs in Siem Reap for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • City Walking Tour: $5.00
  • Small Group Tour of Angkor Wat with Sunrise & Guide: $12
  • Angkor Eye Standard Ride Ticket: $12
  • Angkor Wat Sunrise Guided Day Tour: $14
  • Sunset Small Groups with Massive Temples & Guide tour: $14
  • Angkor Sunrise & Small Circuit Temple Tour: $15
  • Temple Tour with Visit to Angkor Wat & Breakfast: $16
  • Angkor Wat Small-Group Sunrise Tour & Breakfast: $17
  • Private Kampong Phluk Floating Village on Tonle Sap Tour: $17
  • Angkor Wat Sunrise & Highlight Temples Private Guided Tour: $17
  • Private Angkor Wat, Ta Promh, Banteay Srei, Bayon Guide Tour: $17
  • Angkor Wat Private Day Tour with Watching Sunset at Temple: $17

Typical Entertainment prices in Seoul

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:


  • Palace Tickets
    $6.02
  • Movie Ticket
    $6.02
  • Kimchi Museum
    $2.26

Tours and Activities in Seoul

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:

  • Alternative A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
  • Changdeokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul: $7.00
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul: $7.00
  • Alive Museum Discount Ticket at Insa-dong(내국인불가): $8.80
  • Dynamic Maze Discount Ticket Insa-dong(내국인불가): $8.80
  • Seoul Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • 2 Hour Ticket in Daehakro Theater: $10
  • [Seoul Live Virtual Tour with OraeGage] Hidden Gems of Queen: $10
  • [Seoul Live Virtual Tour with OraeGage] Yongsan-gu Where Old Meets New: $10
  • [Seoul Live Virtual Tour with OraeGage]Stories Beyond the Hanok Doors in Jongno: $10
  • Skip the Line: 63 Building Observatory + Aqua Planet 63 Combo Ticket: $11
  • Gyeongbok Palace Entry Ticket and Hanbok Rental: $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Siem Reap $11
    Seoul $13

Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul

Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Seoul Pub Crawl by Absolute: $20
  • The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $21
  • Pub Crawl: $25
  • The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
  • Soju Tasting at Distillery - story of 3 pigs: $40
  • Brewery tour: Makgeolli Rice Wine - Art of Fermentation: $40

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Siem Reap and Seoul, we can see that Seoul is more expensive. And not only is Siem Reap much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Siem Reap would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Siem Reap and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Seoul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seoul than you might in Siem Reap.

Which is Bigger, Siem Reap or Seoul?

Seoul is bigger, and its population is about 121.8 times larger than the population of Siem Reap. When comparing the population of Siem Reap vs. Seoul, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit and the activities that interest you.

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