# VISITKOREA

> Comprehensive travel guide for tourists visiting South Korea. (iPhone/iPad app by 한국관광공사.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visitkorea/id417340885 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [한국관광공사](https://appshunter.io/developer/326632575)
- Category: Travel, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 102 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 39 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), Russian, European Spanish, American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), French (France)
- Released: 2011-02-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visitkorea/id417340885/reviews.md

## What is VISITKOREA?

Travel Korea with the VisitKorea app! The VisitKorea app provides information on beautiful tourist attractions, delicious food, comfortable accommodations, pleasant shopping centers and exciting festivals in Korea to help tourists have the most satisfying trip ever. In addition, it provides all the information tourists may need when traveling to Korea such as finding directions and public transportation information, and emergency contacts to make their trip more convenient and safe. 

All about Korean Tourism
News and travel columns are updated regularly to provide special travel information about Korea. Check them out to learn more about current and upcoming trends on tourist attractions, restaurants, accommodations, shopping center and festivals. In the Travel Basics menu, you can find useful information such as visa and entry requirements, emergency contacts, operating hours of public agencies and tourist police. 

Record you itinerary
Record memories of your trip in Korea. This new feature will help you manage your schedule and remember your trip in the form of a timeline. Simply save your arrival and departure information, your planned itinerary, and add photos and memos. 

Korean tourism information recommended automatically
Are you in Seoul now? Then, the VisitKorea app will guide you to the most satisfying tourist areas in Seoul. The VisitKorea app recommends information such as tourist attractions, good restaurants, accommodations etc. according to the user’s preference by using big data. (You must register additional information in the settings menu to receive customized recommendation for tourism information.)

Maps to find your way around Korea
Use the directions menu in the map to find your way to your destination while traveling in Korea. You can find the route via public transport, taxis, or on foot. In addition, the subway menu provides subway route maps and subway directions for Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju and Daejeon. 

As a reliable travel guide provided by the Korea Tourism Organization, VisitKorea provides information for tourists who are planning a trip to Korea or are currently traveling in Korea. Users can feel like they are in Korea even when using the app at home. Korea Tourism Organization is working hard to improve the VisitKorea app service for an enjoyable trip to Korea.

## Key features

- Tourist attraction information
- Restaurant and accommodation listings
- Shopping and festival details
- Itinerary recording and timeline
- Customized recommendations
- Navigation and public transport maps
- Travel basics and emergency contacts

## What do users think of VISITKOREA?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Extensive information for travel
- 👍 Great for planning trips
- 👍 Helpful for navigating
- 👍 Good UI and design
- 👍 Informative and useful
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Fast loading times
- 👍 Comprehensive content
- 👍 Great map function
- 👍 Good for tourists
- 👍 Wonderful app
- 👍 Cool app
- 👍 Super helpful
- 👍 Amazing app
- 👍 Great resource

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 App shuts down
- 🐛 Network errors
- 🐛 Server connection issues
- 🐛 Slow performance
- 🐛 Auto log out
- 🐛 Usability lacking
- 🐛 Overloaded with listings
- 🐛 Map loads slowly
- 🐛 Pinpoints clutter map
- 🐛 Crashes on launch
- 🐛 Freezes and crashes
- 🐛 Doesn't work on iOS 8
- 🐛 Upgrade fail crashes
- 🐛 Crashing bug not fixed
- 🐛 Cannot load anything
- 🐛 App doesn't work
- 🐛 Auto switch off
- 🐛 Broken app
- 🐛 Useless app
- 🐛 Needs more current info
- 🐛 Spelling errors
- 🐛 Links hard to read
- 🐛 Maps and regional guides need work
- 🐛 Restaurant selection poor
- 🐛 Needs interactive maps
- 🐛 No offline information

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Auto log out on app quit
- App shuts down when clicking posts
- Error message: check connection
- Network error: WiFi connection problem
- Error message: Server not connected
- App keeps crashing on iOS 9.0
- Crashes on launch
- App constantly crashes under iOS 8.3
- Crashes immediately after opening
- Crashes after a few seconds
- Crashes after opening after upgrade
- Crashing bug not fixed
- Cannot load anything
- App crashes every time it's opened
- Notice to turn on location services then freezes and crashes
- App doesn't work in iOS 8
- App keeps crashing
- Crashes after 3 seconds of opening
- Crashes all the time after recent update
- Crash on start up after upgrade
- Crashes within 5 seconds of opening
- App keeps crashing
- Auto switch off after 3 seconds
- Certain pages cannot be bookmarked
- Links to website content is hard to read

**Most requested features**

- Offline information access
- More interactive maps with directions
- Detailed subway route information with transfers and exit maps
- Allow bookmarks for subway maps
- Section on free WiFi access
- Basic Korean phrases with sound
- Filter hotels by star rating and price
- List accommodation rates
- Route finder for train stations
- More restaurant options
- More information on historical sites
- Improve map accuracy
- More current festival information

## Recent user reviews (10 of 102)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visitkorea/id417340885/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Auto log out

*2024-11-11, version 6.1.2*

App is nice but every time i quit app , log me out . I have to enter login details everyone  I open app . This is kind of annoying.

### 5/5 — 이렇게 잘만든 앱인데

*2023-06-16*

잘 알려지지 않은 것 같아 많이 아쉽습니다

### 1/5 — macOS 에서 안됨

*2023-03-10*

얼마전에는 됐었는데 업데잇 후에 macOS 에서 앱 실행할때 jailbreak 한 기기여서 못쓴다는 메세지가 뜨네요

### 5/5 — Brilliant app

*2022-05-03, version 5.3.4*

It is fantastic for travelling in South Korea. Provides extensive info in all categories of interest and the photos are a great help too. I am really loving it. Many thanks

### 4/5 — ★자유게시판★ 생성

*2021-05-16*

제 개인적은 생각으로는 
외국인 관광객들이 서로 정보를 공유할 수 있는 ★자유게시판★이 있으면 훨씬훨씬훨씬 유용할 것 같아요.
그 게시판에 한국에 방문했던 여행객들의 여행 정보가 쌓이면 더 많은 관광객들이 이 어플을 유용하게 사용할 것 같아요!

그리고 한 발 더 나아가서 “동행 구하는 게시판” 이 있으면 좋을 것 같아요. 자유여행객들은 동행을 구하는 일이 잦은데, 외국인과 소통하고 싶은 한국인이 동행을 구하는 외국인과 함께 여행을 한다던지, 여행객들 끼리 동행을 구한다던지 하면 훨씬 기억에 남는 한국 여행이 될 것 같아요!
(언어권 별로 영어게시판/중국어 게시판/일본어게시판 이런식으로 있어도 좋을 것 같네요)

**Developer response:** VisitKorea : Official Guide에 애정을 갖고 소중한 피드백 남겨주셔서 감사합니다. 의견은 추후 서비스 개선에 참고할 수 있도록 하겠습니다. 감사합니다.

### 1/5 — Won’t load

*2020-06-11, version 5.0.9*

Every time you click on a post, it doesn’t loud and the app just shuts down! Disappointed since I believe this could’ve been a great resource.

### 5/5 — Beautiful!

*2019-05-30, version 4.3.5*

Lovely little app, super helpful~

### 3/5 — Could be better

*2019-05-18*

I think the app is absolutely amazing & I love how it stays up to date BUT recently it started showing an error when I try to click on majority of the options & it tells me to check my connection (which is absolutely fine) so if that got fixed I’d be extremely happy with the app & I definitely recommend it otherwise!

**Developer response:** Thank you for using the VisitKorea app.
The app has been released with version 5.0.
With this version you will have improved designs and services.

### 5/5 — Best Korean Travel Guide App

*2018-09-09*

Visit Korea app is the best app you'll find on Appstore. It provides info in multi languages and also the interface is user friendly and fantastic. Thanks a lot 🤩

**Developer response:** Thank you for using our service. I hope you enjoyed your trip to Korea.

### 1/5 — Network error

*2018-08-06, version 4.2.10*

While using the house WiFi or the data, I cannot do anything. It is writing that I have a WiFi connection problem.

## Frequently asked questions about VISITKOREA

### What kind of information does the VISITKOREA app provide?

The app offers comprehensive information on tourist attractions, dining, accommodations, shopping centers, and festivals in Korea. It also includes practical travel advice such as visa requirements, emergency contacts, and public transportation directions to ensure a convenient and safe trip.

### Can the app help me plan my trip itinerary?

Yes, the app features an itinerary recording function that allows you to manage your schedule and save memories in a timeline format. You can input arrival and departure details, planned activities, and add photos and memos to document your journey.

### How does the app recommend places to visit?

The app provides customized recommendations for tourist areas, restaurants, and accommodations based on your preferences and current location, utilizing big data. To receive these personalized suggestions, you may need to register additional information in the settings menu.

### Does the app offer navigation assistance?

Yes, the app includes a directions menu within its map feature to help you find your way to destinations using public transport, taxis, or by walking. It also provides subway route maps and directions for major cities like Seoul and Busan.

### Is the VISITKOREA app free to use?

Yes, the VISITKOREA app is provided by the Korea Tourism Organization and is available for free. It does not contain in-app purchases or advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted travel planning and exploration experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.1.6 — 2026-01-04

minor bug fixed

### 7.1.5 — 2025-12-24

minor bug fixed

### 7.1.4 — 2025-10-15

minor bug fixed

### 7.1.3 — 2025-09-12

minor bug fixed

### 7.1.2 — 2025-07-24

minor bug fixed

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