Essential smartphone apps when traveling to Korea

22/01/2020

Whether traveling independently or on a tour, these apps can help travelers become proactive and fully enjoy their trip.

Korean - English translation application

Besides Google Translate, there are many Korean - English translation applications developed specifically for Korea. A typical example is Naver Dictionary, this application has an integrated dictionary feature so that users can look up easily.

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WayGo is another very handy app that will translate signs, menus, or anything into English by pointing your camera at it.

Another app worth considering is Learn Korean WordPower, which will provide travelers with basic conversational phrases.

Map application

While Google Maps is great in most countries, it’s a close second in Korea because it doesn’t help you navigate on foot. This is because the Korean government doesn’t allow terrain data to be stored on servers based overseas, so you’re limited to local map apps. Google Maps still works for buses, subways, and long-distance public transportation.

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Two popular recommended Korean navigation apps in English are Naver Map and KakaoMap. Download them and enjoy days of wandering around Seoul with precise directions.

Subway and bus system map application

KakaoMap is the best option as it covers all the trains, buses, driving and walking in one app and is available in English for ease of use. For inter-city travel, travelers should also use the Korail app. This is an app to look up train schedules, but users cannot make online reservations through this app.

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Subway Korea is a great app for the subway in Korea, covering 5 major cities: Seoul, Busan, Taejeon, Kwangjoo, and Taegu. For the Korean bus system, try KakaoBus. If you are looking to use taxis in Korea, Kakao T is a good option.

Korean travel app

Visit Korea is an official app created by the Korea Tourism Organization. It provides all kinds of travel information including details of attractions, accommodations, festivals, and food. It even includes currency exchange rates, weather updates, and route maps. Users can also save information if their phone doesn't have an internet connection.

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I Tour Seoul is the official travel app for Seoul. It provides visitors with great information on the South Korean capital's most popular tourist attractions and other exciting activities. It also makes it easy to find information on restaurants, hotels, weather, and public transportation.

Food delivery app

If you are hungry but do not want to go out because you are afraid of getting lost or it is too late, the convenient delivery app Yogiyo will be a great choice. This delivery app allows users to order from a wide range of options: Korean, Chinese, European, American, African or attractive desserts. In just a short time, depending on the distance from the store to your area and traffic conditions, you can receive the goods as soon as possible.

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Korean Emergency App

Emergency Ready is an important app for foreign tourists in Korea. It helps foreign tourists in Korea stay updated on various natural disasters and the latest information in English. The app works well on phones and if there is a typhoon approaching and the tourist will receive the necessary warnings. This is important on any trip to ensure your own safety.

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