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How to use NAVER Map

Google Maps shows public transit in Korea but no walking or driving directions. Locals use NAVER Map — here's how to set it up in your language.

Last checked 2026-10-12 · Rules, prices and hours change — check the official source before you rely on it.

Set up

1. Install NAVER Map

Search “NAVER Map” in the App Store or Google Play. No account needed for searching and directions.

2. Switch the app to your language — do this first

Every NAVER Map link on this site opens the app, and the app shows the language you set — web links can't change it. In the app: MY (bottom right) → Settings → Language → English, 日本語 or 中文. On iPhone you can also go to iPhone Settings → NAVER Map → Language. Place names, map labels and directions switch; reviews and some menus stay in Korean.

Search & directions

Search with the Korean name

English works for big landmarks, but Korean names always work. Every place on this site has its Korean name ready to copy.

Directions → transit or walking

Tap Directions, pick the bus/subway or walking tab. You get bus numbers, the exit to use and live arrival times.

Read reviews before you go

Restaurant pages show photos, menus, opening hours and visitor reviews — one of the most active review communities in Korea.

Save places with ☆

Saving needs a free NAVER account; saved places show up on your map as a personal list.

Show this screen to the driver · turn your brightness up

· Please take me here

Open in Naver Map

Handy phrases

카드로 결제할게요I'll pay by card

영수증 주세요Receipt, please

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