7 Essential Apps for Your Korean Trip

7 Essential Apps for Your Korean Trip Radiocity By Radiocity Team Published Jun 02, 2025 [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Naver Map/Kakao Map Your ultimate navigation. Google Maps struggles in Korea, so these local apps are vital for directions, public transport, and finding spots. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Papago (Translation) Break language barriers. This powerful AI translator from Naver handles text, voice, and images for easy communication everywhere. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

KakaoTalk (Messenger) The universal Korean messenger. Connect with locals, businesses, and essential for staying in touch, like WhatsApp. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Kakao T (Taxi/Ride-hailing) Call taxis easily. Like Uber, but optimized for Korea, ensuring convenient and reliable rides across cities. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Subway Korea/KakaoMetro Master the subway system. Get real-time schedules, routes, and station info for seamless metro travel in major cities. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

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