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Which apps do I need in South Korea?

South Korea · Updated 2026-10 · From MeTravel's own trips

Google Maps gives poor directions in Korea, so install a Korean map app before you fly.

  • Naver Map or KakaoMap: accurate subway, bus and walking directions; Naver Map has an English interface.
  • Kakao T: for taxis.
  • Papago: translates Korean better than Google Translate, including photos of menus.
  • Subway Korea: for subway routes.

Note: some apps don't accept foreign cards easily; in that case pay the driver directly in cash or by card.

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