Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Tiberias?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tiberias or Seoul?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tiberias or Seoul? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tiberias or Seoul?
Tiberias
Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTiberias $87Seoul $107
The average daily cost (per person) in Tiberias is $87, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $107. 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 Tiberias and Seoul in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTiberias $55Seoul $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTiberias $110Seoul $108
Compare Hotels in Tiberias and Seoul
Looking for a hotel in Tiberias 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.
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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: Tiberias Hotel Prices and Seoul Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tiberias $4.55Seoul $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.62
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Short Taxi Ride$5.07
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Metro Ride$0.98
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- From Everland Admission Ticket with Transfer: $75
- From Half-Day MBC Dae Jang Geum Park Transfer: $55
- Incheon Airport Private Transfer between Seoul City: $98
- Private Airport Transfer * Incheon Airport <-> Seoul (1-5 people): $100
- Private Airport Transfer - Incheon Airport ⇔ Seoul (Up to 7 or 11 people): $138
- Private Airport Transfer : Gimpo airport to/from Seoul (1~7pax): $95
- Private Airport Transfer : Incheon airport to/from Seoul(~7 pax): $99
- Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-12 pax): $167
- Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-5 pax): $80
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City - Gimpo Airport (1-5 pax): $80
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Gimpo Airport (1-12 pax): $167
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Incheon Airport (1-5 pax): $98
Is it cheaper to fly into Tiberias or Seoul?
Prices for flights to both Seoul and Tiberias 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
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Food Meals for one dayTiberias $28Seoul $30
Typical Food Prices in Tiberias
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:
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Lunch for Two$5.30
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Pastry$1.86
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.34
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Waffle$0.72
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Dippin' Dots$1.45
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Chicken Fried Rice$3.98
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Chicken Stick$1.45
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.38
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Lunch Buffet$4.34
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Donut$0.72
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Mushroom Burger$3.76
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.39
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Udon & Sushi$5.07
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Fresh Burger$3.48
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.26
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.62
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Fried Rice$3.98
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Vietnamese Dinner$6.88
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$6.88
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Donut$1.81
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Gyeongbokgung Palace : Tour, dinner and coffee: $36
- Seoul Mangwon Market Social Night Food Tour: $44
- Namdaemun Market: the Largest Traditional Market Food Tour: $46
- Namdaemun Market Street Food Tour: $47
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $53
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $54
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $57
- Sunset Walking Tour in Naksan Park with Dinner: $58
- Half Day Seoul Afternoon Food Tour and visit 3 landMarks of Seoul: $67
- Night Market Food Tour: $70
- Energizing Korean Cooking Class in a Local Home in Seoul: $71
- Night Market Food Tour: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tiberias $10Seoul $26
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tiberias
Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two Bikes for Day$32
Tours and Activities in Tiberias
Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Haifa Shore Excursion: Nazareth and the Galilee - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Shabbat Experience in Tzfat with Wine Pairing: $160
- Safed Wine & Cheese Tour: $250
- Culinary Day Tour of the Galilee: $287
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.79
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Movie Ticket$5.79
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Kimchi Museum$2.17
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul: $7.00
- Seoul Changdeokgung Palace Hanbok Experience Hanboknam (내국인불가): $7.20
- [NEWTRO ART TOUR] Media art museum & walking tour: $8.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line: Figure Museum W Ticket (내국인 불가): $11
- Seoul Job Experience Theme Park Ticket for Kid (내국인 불가): $13
- Dongdaemun City Tour Bus(내국인불가): $14
- 63 Aqua Planet and 63 Building Seoul Observatory Tickets: $14
- Seoul : Guided Consultation Tour (Filler, Cosmetic Surgery): $16
- Gyeongbokgung Palace Private Half-Day Tour: $19
- Virtual Tour of Korean Demilitarized Zone: $19
- Seoul Myeongdong Catholic Church Historic Private Walking Tour: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTiberias $17Seoul $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $10
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $21
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $25
- Soju Tasting at Distillery - Story of Three Pigs: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tiberias and Seoul, we can see that Seoul is more expensive. And not only is Tiberias much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tiberias is in Middle East and Seoul is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Tiberias would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tiberias 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 Tiberias.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tiberias Expensive? and Is Seoul Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tiberias or Seoul?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 260 times larger than the population of Tiberias. When comparing the sizes of Tiberias and 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 along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Tiberias or Seoul?
Seoul has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tiberias experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tiberias or Seoul in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tiberias and Seoul. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Seoul for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Tiberias is around the same temperature as Seoul. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tiberias in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Seoul averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In Tiberias, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Seoul during summer. Tiberias gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 121 hours of full sun in the summer.
Seoul receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Tiberias usually receives less rain than Seoul. Tiberias gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTiberias 28°C (82°F)Seoul 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Tiberias or Seoul in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tiberias as well as Seoul. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Seoul in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In October, Tiberias is generally much warmer than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Tiberias average around 24°C (75°F), and Seoul fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Seoul. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tiberias this time of the year. In the autumn, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Tiberias gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 204 hours of full sun.
Tiberias usually gets less rain in October than Seoul. Tiberias gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTiberias 24°C (75°F)Seoul 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Tiberias or Seoul in the Winter?
Both Seoul and Tiberias are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Seoul for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Seoul can be very cold during winter. Tiberias is much warmer than Seoul in the winter. The daily temperature in Tiberias averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Seoul fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Tiberias usually receives more sunshine than Seoul during winter. Tiberias gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 163 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tiberias usually receives more rain than Seoul. Tiberias gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTiberias 14°C (57°F)Seoul -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Tiberias or Seoul in the Spring?
Both Seoul and Tiberias during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Seoul because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Tiberias is much warmer than Seoul. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tiberias in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Seoul averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In Seoul, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tiberias. In the spring, Tiberias often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Tiberias gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 205 hours of full sun.
Tiberias usually gets less rain in April than Seoul. Tiberias gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTiberias 20°C (68°F)Seoul 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Seoul and Tiberias
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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