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National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

HistoryClosed · Opens 10amFreeGwanghwamun Station (Line 5)

这座博物馆于2012年在光化门广场旁开馆,梳理韩国自19世纪末至今的发展历程。常设展览 History Hall 分为三个按时间顺序展开的部分,涵盖殖民时期的抵抗运动、战后重建与民主化,以及韩国崛起为全球经济与文化强国的历程。互动体验展厅 Experience Hall 以日常物件为媒介,让访客探索不同年代;轮换推出的特别展览则聚焦韩国近现代史上的特定时刻与主题。

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Getting there

198 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03141, South Korea

Nearest station: Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5), Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3), City Hall Station (Lines 1/2)

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Hours

Mon10:00–18:00
Tue10:00–18:00
Wed10:00–21:00
Thu10:00–18:00
FriToday10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–21:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Admission

Free

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Visitor Information

Is National Museum of Korean Contemporary History free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History 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 Museum of Korean Contemporary History?
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History is open Open daily 10:00-18:00, until 21:00 on Wednesdays and Saturdays (last admission 30 min before closing). Closed New Year's Day, Lunar New Year's Day and Chuseok Day.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Museum of Korean Contemporary History?
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History is located at 198 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03141, South Korea, in the Jongno-gu area of Seoul. The nearest stations are Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5), Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3), City Hall Station (Lines 1/2).
What can I see at National Museum of Korean Contemporary History?
从帝国时代到K-pop,透过亲历历史的物件,讲述首尔的故事。 Current highlights include Dreaming of Freedom, Equality and Independence (1894-1945), Toward Peace, Democracy and Prosperity (1945-1987), Revisiting Constitution Day.
Do I need to book National Museum of Korean Contemporary History in advance?
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History 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 Museum of Korean Contemporary History?
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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