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National Folk Museum of Korea

ChildrenHistoryClosed todayFreeAnguk Station (Line 3)

Founded in 1945 and relocated to its present site on the Gyeongbokgung Palace grounds in 1993, the National Folk Museum of Korea traces how ordinary Koreans have lived, worked and celebrated from prehistory to the 20th century. Its collection of over 98,000 artifacts spans three permanent galleries covering seasonal customs and the major passages of life, alongside open-air displays of village shrines and traditional dwellings. A dedicated Children's Museum and a busy program of special exhibitions make it one of Seoul's most family-friendly national museums, and admission is free.

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Getting there

37 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03045, Republic of Korea

Nearest station: Anguk Station (Line 3), Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3)

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Hours

Closed until 26 September

Chuseok holiday

Mon09:00–18:00
Tue09:00–18:00
Wed09:00–20:00
Thu09:00–18:00
FriToday09:00–18:00
Sat09:00–18:00
Sun09:00–18:00

Admission

Free

Nearby

MMCA Seoul

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Art Sonje Center

Design4 min walk

National Palace Museum of Korea

ArchitectureFree8 min walk

Seoul Museum of Craft Art

ChildrenFree9 min walk

Visitor Information

Is National Folk Museum of Korea free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Folk Museum of Korea is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of National Folk Museum of Korea?
National Folk Museum of Korea is open Open daily, 9am-6pm March-October and 9am-5pm November-February; Wednesdays until 8pm year-round (last entry 1hr before close). Closed January 1, Seollal (Lunar New Year) and Chuseok. Free admission.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Folk Museum of Korea?
National Folk Museum of Korea is located at 37 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03045, Republic of Korea, in the Jongno-gu area of Seoul. The nearest stations are Anguk Station (Line 3), Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3).
What can I see at National Folk Museum of Korea?
Korea's story of everyday life, told through folk artifacts on the grounds of Gyeongbokgung Palace. Current highlights include Happy Onam: A Festival for All, the Joy of Dancing Together, ZERO: The North Korea, Cups, Between Us.
Do I need to book National Folk Museum of Korea in advance?
National Folk Museum of Korea is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit National Folk Museum of Korea?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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