Seoul Local Government Starts Unlimited Ride "Climate Card"

(SPOT.ph) So you've got your itinerary planned, your visa secured, and hotel and tours checked; while it may seem that most of your travel expenses are already accounted for, you can't forget to factor in transportation. A few taps of the IC card here and there might not seem like a lot, but in a bustling city like Seoul, a few taps of your T-Money card can easily rack up to a few thousands. Obviously, a taxi is bound to cost even more. What's a budget traveler to do?

Well, commuting around big cities need not be costly. Case in point, if you plan to visit Seoul this year, you might want to read up on its newest tourist transportation offering: The Climate Card Tourist Pass.

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Here's what you need to know about Seoul's Climate Card Tourist Pass:

Save on transportation fees while traveling around Seoul by availing of the Seoul Metropolitan Government's newest tourist driver: the Climate Card. This tourist pass will be available for international and domestic short-stay visitors starting July 1 and will allow unlimited use of Seoul’s public transportation, including subways, buses, and Seoul bikes, during the selected validity period. 

This pass is perfect for tourists hoping to explore the larger Seoul metropolis, such as the districts of Myeongdong, Hongdae, Dongdaemun, and many more. 

In addition to saving a lot on transport fees, tourist pass users can also avail of discounts for cultural and performance facilities, such as 50% off admission to the Seoul Science Center, Seoul Grand Park, and many more Seoul sights and locations. 

How much is the Climate Card Tourist Pass?

The Climate Card Tourist Pass is available as one-day, two-day, three-day, and five-day passes. Here are the prices of the Climate Card Tourist Pass according to their validity:

• One-day pass: KRW 5,000 (P213)
• Two-day pass:  KRW 8,000  (P340)
• Three-day pass: KRW 10,000 (P425)
• Five-day pass: KRW 15,000 (P638)

Considering that fares for subway rides start at around KRW 1,350 or roughly P51, if you plan on taking more than four train rides or are looking at traveling more than 10 kilometers around the Seoul area, then the one-day pass is already a good deal.  

After purchasing the card, users can choose the fare type that suits their schedule and top up the pass at machines installed at stations in Lines 1 to 8 (Seoul Metro), Line 9, Sillim Line, and Ui-Sinseol Line. Note that the pass activates immediately upon charging, so make sure to map out the places you will visit and ensure they are all within Seoul during the validity period of your passes. 

If you plan on exploring Seoul and other nearby provinces, it's best to plan your trip well to maximize the use of these passes. Remember, the Climate Card Tourist Pass only applies within the Seoul area. 

Where can you purchase the Climate Card Tourist Pass?

You can purchase a physical Climate Card Tourist Pass from different tourist information centers like the ones in Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, and Myeongdong. It is also available in customer safety centers in subway stations on lines 1 to 8, and convenience stores near subway stations. 

For more information, visit Seoul Metropolitan Government's website

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