ContentsView article sectionsAdditional South of Seoul Blogs Related to Map AppsWhat is Naver maps?How can I get started with using Naver Maps on my mobile phone?Download the AppChanging the LanguageNavigating using Naver MapsIs navigating Korea stressful? Try using Naver Maps. Let me give you quick tutorial to help you get started. Additional South of Seoul Blogs Related to Map Apps South of Seoul volunteers recommend that you do as much research and reading on using maps in South Korea as possible. Learning to use South Korean map apps may be the most stressful and frustrating aspect of relocating to South Korea. However, if you stay diligent and treat it as a skill to learn – you will overcome the adaptation hurdles and become a mapping superhero. When you finish reading this blog, we recommend checking out these as well. What is Naver maps? Naver Maps is an online Korean mapping system that is both web and app-based. Naver Maps was one of the first Korean-made mapping services to offer an English version. The other options are Kakao Maps (also a Korean mapping service) and Waze (owned by Google), which is a consumer-generated mapping service. Because of its versatility, ease of use, functionality, and longevity, Naver Maps is the most widely used by ex-pats. Through Naver Maps you can get walking, public transportation, and driving directions. You can also search for restaurants and other points of interest like temples, movie theaters, banks, and other attractions. Let’s take a look at some of the basics in more detail. How can I get started with using Naver Maps on my mobile phone? Here are some simple tips that will get you started quick. Download the App Although the desktop version and the app version of Naver Maps have many of the same functionality, only the app version is available in English. We will focus on the app version for this tutorial. Changing the Language The Naver Maps app should default to the language setting of your device. This does not always happen. If your map is mostly in Korean, don’t panic. There is an easy way to change the language settings. Navigating using Naver Maps Some quick notes about transportation options and features: Once you select your route, you can scroll up to see the detailed directions at the bottom. You can also tap on any part of the detailed directions to get a closer view. Tap it again to get more information. Pro Tip: Click on the scoped arrow icon on the bottom left of the map to show your current location. You will see your current location via a blue circle. This can be super helpful to double-check that you are moving in the right direction. SOUTH OF SEOUL EDITORIAL INFORMATION Article Information & History Historical Record Originally written by Angie Alvis, M. Ed Originally published April 3, 2020 Article History April 3, 2020 Originally published Written by Angie Alvis, M. Ed No formal audit has been recorded for this article under the current South of Seoul editorial process. Historical article: This article has not yet been formally audited under South of Seoul’s current editorial process. It remains available as part of our publishing history and may contain information that has changed since publication. Before You Act South of Seoul articles document information available at a particular point in time. Prices, hours, services, policies, procedures, laws, eligibility requirements, transportation, contact details, and local conditions can change. Use this article as a research starting point and confirm important details using current official resources, direct contact, Naver Maps, Kakao Map, and other reliable sources when appropriate. For consequential immigration, legal, medical, or financial decisions, confirm current requirements with the relevant official authority or an appropriately qualified professional. See something that needs updating? Help us keep practical information useful. Reader reports are reviewed by our editorial team and do not automatically change this article. Website What needs attention? Select a reason Outdated information Business closed or moved Hours changed Price changed Broken link Location or access changed Policy or rule changed Contact information changed Translation issue Other What did you notice? Send to Editorial Team No name or email is required. Please don’t include private or sensitive personal information.