Discover South Korea: 9 Must-Have Apps for your visit

Introduction

We visited South Korea in April 2023 and from the moment we landed we fell in love with it. However, it can be challenging with the language barrier, and that some apps we often use in the UK not being available out there. Since returning I’ve been asked many times what we used. From navigation and language translation to food discovery and transportation, this article will introduce you to 9 useful apps that will make your time in South Korea more enjoyable and stressfree. Thank you for coming to read Discover South Korea: 9 Must-Have Apps for your visit.

1. Naver Maps (네이버 지도)

Navigating South Korea’s cities and countryside is a breeze with Naver Maps. It offers accurate and detailed maps, real-time traffic information, and public transportation schedules. Naver Maps is available in English and Korean.

2. KakaoTalk (카카오톡)

KakaoTalk is South Korea’s most popular messaging app. It allows you to send text messages, make voice and video calls, and share multimedia with friends and family. You can also use it to connect with local businesses, make reservations, and order food.

3. Papago (파파고)

Language barriers can be challenging when traveling in South Korea, but Papago, developed by Naver, is a powerful translation app that can help. It supports various languages and provides accurate translations for text, voice, and images.

4. Visit Korea (방문한국)

If you’re looking for information about South Korea’s tourist attractions, cultural events, and local festivals, the Visit Korea app is your go-to resource. It offers detailed guides, travel itineraries, and essential information for planning your adventures.

5. KorailTalk (코레일톡)

If you plan to explore South Korea by train, the KorailTalk app is great. It allows you to book tickets, check schedules, and get real-time updates on train arrivals and departures.

6. Yogiyo (요기요)

Yogiyo is a popular food delivery app in South Korea. With a vast selection of restaurants and cuisines, you can order delicious Korean dishes and have them delivered to your doorstep quickly and easily.

7. Nemo (네모)

Nemo is a handy public transportation app that covers buses, subways, and taxis in South Korea. It provides route information, estimated arrival times, and even allows you to pay for transportation services using your mobile phone.

8. Kakao T

Much like Uber you can order a taxi using this app that will arrive in a matter of minutes. Payment is made in advance of the trip, using the App, so there is no need to tackle the language barrier with the driver.

9. Korea Subway (지하철)

If you frequently use the subway system in South Korea, the Korea Subway app provides detailed maps, route planning, and real-time updates to help you navigate the intricate subway networks in major cities like Seoul and Busan.

Thanks for reading Discover South Korea: 9 Must-Have Apps for your visit . I hope it has helped. If you would like to find out what we did during our visit, check out our 7 day itinerary here.