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National Palace Museum of Korea

ArchitectureArtHistoryClosed · Opens 9:30amFreeGyeongbokgung Station (Line 3)

National Palace Museum of Korea坐落于首尔市中心的Gyeongbokgung Palace内,收藏着4万余件朝鲜王朝和大韩帝国时期的文物,其中包括14件韩国国宝。常设展厅涵盖王室治理、宫廷礼仪、宫廷绘画以及科学与技术,展览以一座Jagyeokru自鸣水钟的复原品为核心。这座水钟建于1434年,专为世宗大王打造。免费入场。

What's On

Permanent Collections

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

12 Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03045, South Korea

Nearest station: Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3), Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5)

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Hours

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

Admission

Free

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Visitor Information

Is National Palace Museum of Korea free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Palace 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 Palace Museum of Korea?
National Palace Museum of Korea is open Open daily 09:30-17:30 (Saturdays until 21:00; last Wednesday of the month/Culture Day until 21:00); last entry 30-60 min before close. Closed New Year's Day, Seollal, Chuseok, and the last Monday of every month.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Palace Museum of Korea?
National Palace Museum of Korea is located at 12 Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03045, South Korea, in the Jongno-gu area of Seoul. The nearest stations are Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3), Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5).
What can I see at National Palace Museum of Korea?
王室印玺、王座与韩国第一座自鸣水钟——Gyeongbokgung Palace内珍藏着4万件朝鲜王朝文物。 Current highlights include Royal Rituals of the Joseon Dynasty, Kings of the Joseon Dynasty, Korean Empire.
Do I need to book National Palace Museum of Korea in advance?
National Palace 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 Palace 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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