The National Museum of South Korea aims to preserve and showcase Korea's cultural heritage to the world, and is a must-see destination for anyone interested in Korean history and culture. It is highly recommended that you visit it because South Korea has a unique history from war to development. In this post, I will organize the location, price, and business hours of this place.

National Museum of South Korea

The National Museum of South Korea is one of the largest and most comprehensive museums in Asia, located in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea. The museum has over 220,000 objects in its collection, including national treasures, cultural artifacts, and archaeological finds from South Korean history and culture. One of the most popular exhibits at the museum is the "Unified Silla Gold Crown," a national treasure of Korea and one of the finest examples of ancient Korean art. The museum also has a large collection of Buddhist art, ceramics, and calligraphy, as well as artifacts from the Joseon Dynasty.

1. Location

The National Museum of South Korea is located in Yongsan-gu, central Seoul. There is Ichon Station nearby, where the Central Line and Line 4 of the Seoul Subway pass. The name of Ichon Station includes the National Museum of South Korea, so it is good to refer to it. There is a famous residential area in Seoul right in front of you, and there are various restaurants in this area, so let's stop by after visiting the museum.

2. Opening hours

Wed. and Sat. : 10:00 ~ 21:00 (last entry : 20:30)

Everyday (except above) : 10:00 ~ 18:00 (last entry : 17:30)

The outdoor exhibition area and garden open from 7:00 am.

Close day

Korean national holiday : Jan. 1, Korean New Year's day (The first day of lunar calendar), Chuseok (Aug. 15 of lunar calendar)

Regular closing dates : The first Monday in Apr. and Nov.

3. Price

Free except fee-charged special exhibitions

4. Free guide tours

Those who wish to take a guided tour can meet at a set time at the Korean Empire Gallery of the Permanent Exhibition hall.

English, Chinese, Japanese and French guides are available.

The time

Weekday

(English/Japanese/Chinese) 10:30AM, 1:00PM (French)unavailable

Sunday

(English/Japanese)10:30AM, 1:00PM (Chinese)1:00PM (French)unavailable

Saturday

(English/Japanese)10:30AM, 1:00PM (Chinese)unavailable (French)10:30AM

The schedule is subject to change every month.

5. Tips

The park in front of the National Museum of South Korea is a place visited by many Korean parents raising their children. It's such a spacious and neat space, so if you have kids, definitely visit. There are many famous restaurants in Ichon-dong, right in front of you. Let's take a short walk and eat after the tour.

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