11 Things to Know Before You Go to Lotte World

Klook Team

Last updated 23 Jun 2022

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When you travel to South Korea, you might want to add Lotte World to your itinerary. It’s one of the most unique theme parks in the world, boasting outdoor and indoor sections both with their own set of memorable attractions.

The good news, the park is now operating at 100% capacity, so you can fully enjoy it during your visit! To help you plan your trip, we’ve compiled all the essential info for you to have a hassle-free experience.

Here’s everything you need to know about Lotte World:

What are the COVID-19 measures at Lotte World?

While the park operates at 100% capacity, the following COVID-19 measures are still in place:

Masks are required at all times.
Observing social distancing is recommended.
Some rides will require leaving seats between each person empty.

What's the best time to go to Lotte World?

Like many attractions, Lotte World is typically packed during the weekends and summer break in Korea (which is from mid-July to mid-August). You’ll also observe more park-goers during Chuseok, also known as Korean Thanksgiving and is held during September, as well as Christmas and New Year, which are also part of the peak season. If you want fewer crowds and shorter queues for rides, you can try to avoid these periods.

How do I get discounts on Lotte World tickets?

#KlookTip: Tickets are cheaper when purchased online rather than at the entrance gate of the park itself! You can get 38% off when you book Lotte World tickets on Klook! You can also purchase a Magic Pass that allows you to skip queues and avoid waiting times on rides.

Lotte World 1 Day Pass - inclusive of 1 Folk Museum ticket when you book on Klook

How do I get to Lotte World?

Lotte World is located in a neighbourhood called Jamsil, Lotte World is directly accessible from Jamsil Station, which is only 15 minutes away from Gangnam Station and about a half an hour from City Hall Station., which is about an hour away from Seoul’s centre. From there, you can visit Lotte World via multiple modes of transportation.

Bus

From the Seoul Bus Station, hop on bus 402 and ride until Nonhyeon Station. From here, you can transfer to bus 360 and hop off at Jamsil Station which has dedicated exits connected to Lotte World.

Train

From Seoul Station, take Line 4 all the way to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station. From here, you can transfer to Line 2 to Jamsil (Songpa-gu Office) Station. Exit Gate 4, where you’ll see signs leading to Lotte World.

Is there a Lotte World App?

Before heading to the park, we recommend downloading the Lotte World App on your phone. This essential app will give you access to park hours, show schedules, and waiting time for rides to help you save time navigating the park.

Should I get a Magic Pass?

Getting a Lotte World Magic Pass will help you avoid long queues (think the FASTPASS for Disneyland). There are two types of Magic Passes: Free and Premium.

You can get the Free Magic Pass when you register your tickets on the Lotte World App and use it to reserve a slot on a ride on your desired timeslot. The Premium Magic Pass is great for the most popular rides.

Lotte World’s Indoor and Outdoor Areas

A unique trait of Lotte World is its indoor and outdoor areas. The outdoor area is called Magic Island, which is home to big roller coasters and heart-stopping rides.

The indoor area is called Lotte World Adventure, one of the largest indoor theme parks in the world! There are four levels housed in a glass dome, and you’ll find most of the food spots here.

Rides you can’t miss at Magic Island

Adrenaline-seekers will love the rides at Magic Island, especially the Gyro Swing, a pendulum ride that amps up the thrill by swinging back and forth AND spinning at 360°!

The Atlantis is the park’s iconic roller coaster that’s almost a log flume ride with how it can splash you during the drop. The Gyro Drop is another adrenaline junkie’s dream: this tower drop ride freefalls at 100km/hour!

Rides you can’t miss at Lotte World Adventure

Lotte World Adventure has its own slate of thrilling rides, including a roller coaster with a loop-de-loop! Yes, the French Revolution is completely indoors with crazy twists and turns inside the park. There’s also the Conquistador, a Viking ship ride that also fills the roster of adrenaline-inducers.

For more chill rides, Camelot’s Carousel is a must for all ages!

What and where to eat at Lotte World

Lotte World eateries feature Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and American cuisine. There are also familiar and affordable food chains like KFC, Panda Express, and more. You’ll also find an assortment of snacks like churros, waffles, and corn dogs to snack on and keep you energized throughout your fun-filled day.

Lotte World’s seasonal events

Halloween at Lotte World (September to November) is especially fun—haunted houses and spooky costumes galore! You can also check out the Zombie Show at Magic Island and the Christmas Show with grand parades and themed performances during December.

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