The Discover Seoul Pass is Seoul's official tourist pass: one price for free entry to 70+ attractions, plus some transport perks. The 72-hour pass costs 90,000 won. Whether it's worth it depends on one thing: how many expensive attractions you'll actually visit. Here are the official prices, what's included, and simple math to decide.
Pass types and official prices
| Pass | Price | Valid for | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72-hour | 90,000 won | 72 hours from first use | Free entry to all partner attractions (each once) |
| 120-hour | 130,000 won | 120 hours from first use | Same, for longer |
| Pick 3 Basic | 49,000 won | 5 days | Any 3 attractions, excluding theme parks |
| Pick 3 Theme Park | 70,000 won | 5 days | 1 theme park (Lotte World, Everland or Seoul Land) + 2 attractions |
Prices are from the official Discover Seoul Pass site and Visit Seoul as of October 2026. You may see 24-hour or 48-hour passes on reseller sites; they aren't on the official site's list, so compare carefully before buying.
The clock starts at your first use (first attraction or first transport perk) and runs continuously, including nights.
What's included
- Free admission to 70+ attractions, one visit each. Partners include big names such as Lotte World, Everland, N Seoul Tower and SEA LIFE COEX Aquarium.
- Transport perks: AREX airport train, K Limousine bus, Seoul Bike (Ttareungyi) and the Seoul City Tour Bus. Each has its own conditions, so check the official site before relying on them.
- Discount coupons for some shops, department stores and experiences.
- Mobile pass: a free 5-day data eSIM. Card pass: works as a T-money card for subways and buses after you top it up.
How you use it: show the QR code (in the app, or on the back of the card) at the ticket booth, get your ticket, and go in.
The math: when does it pay off?
Add up the regular adult prices of the places you'll really visit, then compare with the pass.
| Attraction | Regular adult price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Lotte World Adventure, 1-day | 67,000 won |
| Everland, 1-day | over 70,000 won at peak (season-based) |
| Seoul Sky (Lotte World Tower observatory) | about 29,000–31,000 won (sources differ) |
Example A: 72-hour pass (90,000 won) Lotte World (67,000) + Everland (about 70,000) = about 137,000 won. That's roughly 47,000 won saved on two days, before anything else.
Example B: Pick 3 Theme Park (70,000 won) Lotte World (67,000) + two smaller attractions. The theme park alone almost covers the pass, so the other two are nearly free.
Example C: when it doesn't pay If your plan is palaces, Bukchon, markets and Han River parks, most of that is free or cheap. The pass won't save you anything; get around on a transit pass instead.
One more check: theme parks and observatories often sell discounted tickets online, sometimes far below the regular price. If you'd buy those anyway, compare the pass with the discounted prices, not the regular ones.
Which pass for which traveler?
| You are… | Best choice |
|---|---|
| Going to one theme park plus a couple of sights | Pick 3 Theme Park (70,000 won) |
| Doing three paid attractions, no theme parks | Pick 3 Basic (49,000 won) |
| Packing many paid attractions into 3 days | 72-hour (90,000 won) |
| Spending 5 days and pacing yourself | 120-hour (130,000 won) |
| Mostly visiting free places | No pass; use a transport pass |
Tips to get the most out of it
- Plan by area. Lotte World and Seoul Sky are both in Jamsil; N Seoul Tower pairs with Myeongdong. Less travel means more entries.
- Start the clock wisely. Since the time runs from first use, start with a big attraction in the morning, not late in the evening.
- Check opening days. Some attractions close one day a week or need reservations.
- Keep the app handy. Pick 3 passes only work with the QR code in the app.
FAQ
Can I use the pass twice at the same attraction?
No. Each partner attraction is one visit.
Does the pass cover the subway?
The card pass works like a T-money card after you top it up, so you still pay normal fares. It isn't an unlimited transit pass.
Where do I buy it?
Online through the official site or app (mobile pass), or the card pass at offline sales points listed on the official site. Customer service: +82 1644-1060 (09:00–18:00 daily).
Final word
The Discover Seoul Pass is great value if your trip includes Lotte World, Everland or several paid attractions: two theme parks alone can beat the 72-hour price. If your Seoul days are mostly palaces, markets and walks, keep your money and use a transport pass instead.