Korean Dictionary
How to say "Tourist Pass" in Korean
“Tourist Pass” in Korean is 관광 패스 (pronounced "Gwangwang Paeseu").
관광 패스
Gwangwang Paeseu
Usage & Context
관광 패스 (tourist pass) gives visitors unlimited access to public transportation and discounts at major attractions in Korean cities. The Discover Seoul Pass and Korea Tour Card are popular examples. They are available at airports and tourist information centers.
Example Sentence
관광 패스를 사면 교통비도 아끼고 관광지 할인도 받아요.
Buying a tourist pass saves on transport and gets discounts at attractions.
How to use 관광 패스 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Tourist Pass” is 관광 패스, romanized as Gwangwang Paeseu.
Usage tip
Pair this travel word with polite request endings like -요 so it works in hotels, stations, taxis, and shops.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 관광 패스.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, '관광' (Gwangwang), sounds like 'gwahng-wahng,' with the 'gw' like in 'Gwen' and 'ahng' like 'ah-ng' (similar to 'gong' but with a 'w' sound). The second part, '패스' (Paeseu), sounds like 'peh-soo,' similar to the English 'pass' but with an 'eh' sound (like in 'bed') and a soft 'soo' at the end.
More Example Sentences
Describing attractions visited using a tourist pass.
서울 관광 패스로 궁궐도 가고 남산타워도 갔어요.
With the Seoul tourist pass, I went to palaces and Namsan Tower.
Asking about public transport inclusion in a pass.
이 관광 패스는 지하철도 탈 수 있어요?
Can I also ride the subway with this tourist pass?
Recommending a tourist pass to a friend.
한국 여행 가면 관광 패스 꼭 사세요. 정말 유용해요!
If you travel to Korea, definitely buy a tourist pass. It's really useful!
Cultural Context
Korean cities, especially Seoul, offer various 관광 패스 (Gwangwang Paeseu) like the 'Discover Seoul Pass' or 'Korea Tour Card.' These passes are designed to enhance the visitor experience by providing free or discounted entry to major attractions, museums, and often include unlimited public transportation for a set period. They are widely available at airports, tourist information centers, and online, making them a convenient and cost-effective option for exploring the country.
Editorial note
We review entries like 관광 패스 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
관광 패스 어디서 사요?
Where do I buy a tourist pass?
관광 패스 할인 혜택이 뭐예요?
What are the discount benefits of the tourist pass?
3일권 관광 패스 주세요.
Please give me a 3-day tourist pass.
Related Expressions
교통카드
Gyotong Kadeu
Transportation card
할인권
Harin-gwon
Discount coupon/ticket
입장권
Ipjang-gwon
Admission ticket
여행자 센터
Yeohaengja Senteo
Tourist information center
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