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The apps that actually work in Korea
Google Maps is weak for directions in Korea. Use these instead.
- Naver Map or KakaoMap: walking, bus and subway directions with live bus arrival times. Both have English menus.
- Kakao T: taxis (you can pay in the app), plus some designated drivers and bikes.
- Subway Korea or the Naver/Kakao subway maps: fastest car and exit numbers.
- Search places in Korean when English gives no result – copy the name from the shop's sign or card.