2024 Discover Seoul Pass Guide: Price, Where to Buy, Attractions & Itinerary
Had we known about the Discover Seoul Pass (DSP) prior to our Korea winter and spring trips, we would have purchased it beforehand. But it’s not too late for you!
With this Korea tourist pass, all foreign travelers to South Korea can enjoy FREE or discounted access to top Korea attractions and activities including Lotte World, N Seoul Tower, Nami Island, hanbok rentals, and so much more! Plus, it already serves as a Korea transport card that you can top-up and use without expiry.
Now, let’s spell out everything so you know if you should get the Discover Seoul Pass on your trip to Korea.
What is a Discover Seoul Pass?
The Discover Seoul Pass is a sort of “free pass”, allowing you to gain access to top Korea tourist attractions for free or at a discounted price. The card itself also serves as a T-Money Card where you can load up to pay for public transport in Korea even after the DSP expiry. On top of that, you also get to enjoy discounts in shopping and other activities in Seoul and beyond.
How much does it cost?
The price varies depending on the validity you choose. See updated price list below:
Discover Seoul Pass price 2024
| Physical Pass | Price |
| 24 hours (1 day) | ₩50,000 |
| 48 hours (2 days) | ₩70,000 |
| 72 hours (3 days) | ₩90,000 |
| Mobile Pass (No Transportation) | Price |
| 48 hours (2 days) | ₩70,000 |
| 72 hours (3 days) | ₩90,000 |
| 120 hours (5 days) | ₩130,000 |
Notes:
- The DSP prices above are accurate as of publication date. Be sure to check the respective listings for the most updated price list.
- The DSP Mobile Pass version has no transportation function, but you can ride the K Limousine (Airport Bus) with the Mobile Pass only.
Where can I buy the Discover Seoul Pass?
To avoid inconvenience, we suggest that you buy your Discover Seoul Pass before your trip to Korea. You can reserve your pass on their official website and booking platforms like Klook and GetYourGuide. Then, select your pick-up date and location.
Once you get your online voucher, you may need to present it together with your passport to claim the physical card at the following pick-up locations:
- Incheon International Airport T1
- Incheon International Airport T2
- Gimpo International Airport
- Gimhae International Airport
- Myeongdong Tourist Information Center
- Seoul Tourism Plaza Tourist Information Center
- Busan Port
*See complete list of pick-up locations.
Can we buy Discover Seoul Pass at the airport?
Yes, you can buy your Discover Seoul Pass at the airport in Korea, particularly at Incheon Airport. If you failed to make an online reservation, you can still buy this Korea tourist card directly from these designated sales outlets in Seoul:
- Myeongdong Tourist Information Center
- Dongdaemun Tourist Information Center
- Seoul Tourism Plaza Tourist Information Center
- Incheon Airport T1 1F Bookstore and 3F Bookstore
- Incheon Airport T2 3F Bookstore
*See more information on the sales outlets.
If the locations are inaccessible to you, you may still opt for a Discover Seoul Pass mobile pass from any CU convenience store and use it via the mobile app.
What does the Discover Seoul Pass include?
There are over a hundred benefits, attractions, and activities included in the Discover Seoul Pass, and we’ll show you where you can use it.
1) Free rides on public transportation and city tour bus
With your Discover Seoul Pass, you are free to ride the following:
- AREX (Airport Express Train) – 1 board ticket
- Ttareungi (Seoul Public Bicycle) – Free rent for 24 hours
- K Limousine (Airport Bus) – 1 airport bus ride for Mobile Pass only
- Dongdaemun: Seoul Sightseeing Double Decker Bus (Traditional Culture Course)
*See complete list of DSP transportation benefits.
2) Travel essentials, coupons, and discounts
You can grab these DSP freebies as well:
- Free one (1) SKTelecom SIM Card
- Free one (1) SKTelecom eSIM
- Coupon: 5% OFF Dosirak eSIM
- Coupon: 10% OFF Dosirak WiFi
- Coupon: 20% OFF LugStay Storage Fee
- Coupon: 15% OFF morning tours for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Deoksugung Palace, and night tours for Deoksugung Palace
*See complete list of DSP coupons.
3) Free admission to top Korea attractions
You also get to enter a number of top attractions in Seoul and beyond for free. To give you an idea on how much you can potentially save, we listed down the regular admission fees when buying the tickets separately.
| Attractions | Admission Fees |
| 1. Lotte World + Aquarium | ₩48,200 |
| 2. N Seoul Tower (Observatory) | ₩18,900 |
| 3. Nami Island | ₩10,000 |
| 4. COEX Aquarium | ₩28,000 |
| 5. Korean Folk Village | ₩23,800 |
| 6. Seoul Zoo & Sky Lift | ₩7,000 |
| 7. 63 Sky Art + Aqua Planet 63 | ₩25,500 |
| 8. Seoul City Tour Bus | ₩15,000 |
| 9. Eland Han River Cruise | ₩19,100 |
| 10. Gyeongbokgung Palace | ₩3,000 |
| 11. Hanbok Rental | ₩8,100 |
| Estimated Total Cost | ₩206,600 |
*Admission fees may change after this article’s publication. Check the respective websites or listings for the most updated price list.
These are just some of the many attractions you can enter for free with the pass. See complete list of free Korea attractions.
Is the Discover Seoul Pass worth it?
If you bought the 72-hour pass, it’ll only cost you ₩90,000 (US$68 / ₱3,800) instead of ₩206,600 (US$156 / ₱8,700) to experience all the attractions listed above. Can you imagine how much you actually saved? A whopping ₩116,600 (US$88 / ₱4,900) — that’s way more than the price of the 72-hour pass.
Although realistically speaking, it will be challenging to visit all these attractions in 3 days. Still, if we try to make a more realistic Korea 3-day itinerary out of all these attractions, we can still enjoy great savings.
We’ve created a Discover Seoul Pass sample itinerary so you can do the math and see for yourself.
Discover Seoul Pass sample itinerary
Day 1: Incheon to Seoul
– AREX Incheon Airport to Seoul Station (₩8,700 for non-stop one-way ticket)
– Korea SIM card (₩17,400 for 3 days)
– N Seoul Tower (₩18,900)
– Eland Han River Cruise (₩19,100)
Day 2: Nami Island
– Nami Island Admission (₩10,000)
– 63 Sky Art + Aqua Planet 63 (₩25,500)
Day 3: Seoul
– Gyeongbokgung Palace (₩3,000)
– Hanbok rental (₩8,100 for 1.5 hours)
– Lotte World + Aquarium (₩48,200)
Estimated total cost for 3 days = ₩158,900 (US$120 / ₱6,700)
With our sample itinerary, the estimated total cost for 3 days is ₩158,900 if you pay all the admission fees independently. But with the Discover Seoul Pass, you will only pay all these for ₩90,000 including the AREX ticket and Korea SKT SIM, which are also free with the pass.
Total savings = ₩68,900 (US$52 / ₱2,900)
You definitely saved a lot! Imagine the savings if you are traveling with your family and friends? So, take advantage of the Discover Seoul Pass and arrange your Korea itinerary to maximize it.
When does this tourist pass expire?
If unused, the Discover Seoul Pass expires after 5 years from the date of issue. To know the expiration date of the card, use this online expiration date checker. But as a transportation card, it does NOT expire. In fact, you may still load it up like a T-Money Card to pay for public transportation including trains and buses across South Korea.
How to top up the pass as a transport card?
If you want to use the pass to pay for trains or buses in Korea after the validity period, you can top up at subway stations or convenience stores like a regular T-Money Card. Read more about the DSP transportation card top-up process here.
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