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War Memorial of Korea

MilitaryHistoryClosed · Opens 9:30amFreeSamgakji Station (Seoul Metro Lines 4 & 6, exit 12)

Fondato nel 1994 nell’ex sede del quartier generale dell’esercito, a Yongsan, il War Memorial of Korea documenta la storia militare della Corea dai conflitti preistorici alla guerra di Corea e oltre. Le sette sale espositive al coperto presentano circa 10.000 dei suoi 33.000 reperti, tra cui l’albo d’onore della Memorial Hall, diorami di guerra e sale dedicate alla guerra di Corea e alle forze di spedizione coreane all’estero. Nell’area all’aperto dedicata ai mezzi militari sono esposti carri armati, velivoli e veicoli corazzati; il complesso comprende anche un museo dedicato ai bambini.

What's On

Permanent Collections

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

29 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Nearest station: Samgakji Station (Seoul Metro Lines 4 & 6, exit 12)

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue09:30–17:40
Wed09:30–17:40
Thu09:30–17:40
FriToday09:30–17:40
Sat09:30–17:40
Sun09:30–17:40

Admission

Free

Nearby

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National Museum of Korea

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National Hangeul Museum

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Leeum Museum of Art

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Visitor Information

Is War Memorial of Korea free to visit?
Yes, general admission to War Memorial 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 War Memorial of Korea?
War Memorial of Korea is open Tuesday–Sunday 9:30am–5:40pm (last entry 5:00pm); closed Mondays. Free admission.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is War Memorial of Korea?
War Memorial of Korea is located at 29 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea, in the Yongsan-gu area of Seoul. The nearest station is Samgakji Station (Seoul Metro Lines 4 & 6, exit 12).
What can I see at War Memorial of Korea?
Il War Memorial of Korea, museo nazionale di Seoul dedicato alla storia militare coreana dall’antichità alla guerra di Corea, con un’area all’aperto che ospita carri armati e velivoli. Current highlights include The Korean War Room, The Memorial Hall, The Expeditionary Forces Room.
Do I need to book War Memorial of Korea in advance?
War Memorial 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 War Memorial 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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