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National Museum of Korea

ArtHistoryArchaeologyClosed todayFreeIchon Station (Line 4 / Gyeongui–Jungang Line)

The National Museum of Korea is the country's flagship museum of Korean history and art, tracing the peninsula's culture from prehistory through the modern era. Its six permanent galleries hold treasures such as the Silla gold crown, the twin Pensive Bodhisattva statues, and the Goryeo-era Ten-Story Pagoda from Gyeongcheonsa Temple. Relocated to its current purpose-built Yongsan campus in 2005, the museum also hosts a rotating programme of major international special exhibitions.

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Getting there

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

Nearest station: Ichon Station (Line 4 / Gyeongui–Jungang Line)

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Hours

Closed until 25 September

Closed for Chuseok holiday

Mon09:30–17:30
Tue09:30–17:30
Wed09:30–21:00
Thu09:30–17:30
FriToday09:30–17:30
Sat09:30–21:00
Sun09:30–17:30

Admission

Free

Permanent galleries and Children's Museum are free; some special exhibitions charge separate admission (roughly 5,000-15,000 KRW).

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Visitor Information

Is National Museum of Korea free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Museum of Korea is free. Permanent galleries and Children's Museum are free; some special exhibitions charge separate admission (roughly 5,000-15,000 KRW).. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of National Museum of Korea?
National Museum of Korea is open Open daily, 9:30am-5:30pm (last admission 5:00pm), with late opening to 9pm on Wednesdays and Saturdays (last admission 8:30pm). Closed 1 January, Lunar New Year's Day, Chuseok, and the first Monday of March, June, September and December (permanent and special galleries only).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Museum of Korea?
National Museum of Korea is located at 137 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).
What can I see at National Museum of Korea?
Korea's flagship museum of history and art — 310,000+ artifacts spanning prehistory to modern times, free permanent galleries. Current highlights include Evergreen Bamboo Through the Four Seasons Embodied in Ceramics, Ten-Story Pagoda from Gyeongcheonsa Temple Site, Marie Antoinette Style.
Do I need to book National Museum of Korea in advance?
National Museum of Korea is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Permanent galleries and Children's Museum are free; some special exhibitions charge separate admission (roughly 5,000-15,000 KRW).. 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 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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