For convenience and safety, we recommend either requesting a taxi through the hotel reception or using the K-Ride app.
For your safety and convenience, we kindly recommend noting the taxi number and using a T-money card or credit card when paying. This will help in case you need to locate the taxi later due to lost items or any unexpected issues.
1. Hailing a Taxi
You can easily hail a taxi on the street, especially in busy areas or near subway stations.
Look for a red light in the windshield, which means the taxi is available.
2. Taxi Apps
You can also use popular apps like Kakao T (available in English) to book a taxi.
This is useful if you're in a less busy area or prefer cashless payments.
Recently, a new app called K-Ride was launched, making it easier for foreign travelers to hail and use taxis in Korea.
Uber is not widely used in Korea yet, so you may need to go to a nearby taxi stand or hail one on the street.
3. Fares & Payment
Taxis in Korea are relatively affordable.
You can pay by cash (KRW), credit card, or T-money (transportation card).
No tipping is required.
4. Telling the Driver Your Destination
Most drivers speak limited English. It’s helpful to show the destination in Korean, or use a map app.
Hotel staff can also help you prepare the address before you go out.
5. Types of Taxis
Regular Taxi (orange/silver): Standard fare
Deluxe Taxi (black with yellow sign): More spacious and comfortable, but more expensive
International Taxi (usually black): English-speaking drivers, available by reservation
For convenience and safety, we recommend either requesting a taxi through the hotel reception or using the K-Ride app.
For your safety and convenience, we kindly recommend noting the taxi number and using a T-money card or credit card when paying. This will help in case you need to locate the taxi later due to lost items or any unexpected issues.
1. Hailing a Taxi
You can easily hail a taxi on the street, especially in busy areas or near subway stations.
Look for a red light in the windshield, which means the taxi is available.
2. Taxi Apps
You can also use popular apps like Kakao T (available in English) to book a taxi.
This is useful if you're in a less busy area or prefer cashless payments.
Recently, a new app called K-Ride was launched, making it easier for foreign travelers to hail and use taxis in Korea.
Uber is not widely used in Korea yet, so you may need to go to a nearby taxi stand or hail one on the street.
3. Fares & Payment
Taxis in Korea are relatively affordable.
You can pay by cash (KRW), credit card, or T-money (transportation card).
No tipping is required.
4. Telling the Driver Your Destination
Most drivers speak limited English. It’s helpful to show the destination in Korean, or use a map app.
Hotel staff can also help you prepare the address before you go out.
5. Types of Taxis
Regular Taxi (orange/silver): Standard fare
Deluxe Taxi (black with yellow sign): More spacious and comfortable, but more expensive
International Taxi (usually black): English-speaking drivers, available by reservation