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National Hangeul Museum

ChildrenHistoryLiteratureTemporarily closedFreeIchon Station (Line 4 / Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Exit 2)

The National Hangeul Museum opened in 2014 beside the National Museum of Korea in Yongsan, tracing the story of Hangeul — the Korean script devised by King Sejong the Great in 1443 — through calligraphy, historical manuscripts, and interactive galleries. Its collection of roughly 90,000 artifacts covers the alphabet's invention, suppression under colonial rule, and modern global reach, alongside a dedicated Children's Museum and Hangeul Learning Center. A fire during expansion construction on 1 February 2025 badly damaged the building, and the museum is now closed for structural repairs and expansion, with a planned reopening in October 2028; exhibitions and education programs continue in the meantime at partner venues around Seoul.

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Getting there

139 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Nearest station: Ichon Station (Line 4 / Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Exit 2)

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Temporarily closed for fire-damage repairs and expansion construction, with a planned reopening in October 2028. When open, regular hours are daily 10:00-18:00 (Saturdays and the last Wednesday of each month until 21:00), closed New Year's Day, Lunar New Year's Day and Chuseok; admission is free.

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Free

Nearby

National Museum of Korea

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Leeum Museum of Art

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Visitor Information

Is National Hangeul Museum free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Hangeul Museum 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 Hangeul Museum?
National Hangeul Museum is open Temporarily closed for fire-damage repairs and expansion construction, with a planned reopening in October 2028. When open, regular hours are daily 10:00-18:00 (Saturdays and the last Wednesday of each month until 21:00), closed New Year's Day, Lunar New Year's Day and Chuseok; admission is free.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Hangeul Museum?
National Hangeul Museum is located at 139 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea, in the Yongsan-gu area of Seoul. The nearest station is Ichon Station (Line 4 / Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Exit 2).
What can I see at National Hangeul Museum?
Seoul's national museum of the Hangeul alphabet, closed for fire-damage repairs until October 2028. Current highlights include The 5th Hangeul Design Project: Senses of Writing — Tools & Perception at Gimhae, FROM 1926 TO INFINITY.
Do I need to book National Hangeul Museum in advance?
National Hangeul Museum 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 Hangeul Museum?
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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