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Childrens Museum of the National Museum of Korea

Childrens Museum of the National Museum of Korea

국립중앙박물관 어린이박물관 · Seoul · Museums & galleries

The Children’s Museum of the National Museum of Korea is an experience-oriented museum where children can see, touch, and feel history through hands-on programs and games. The permanent exhibition hall displays replicas of historical items so children can learn about Korea’s cultural heritage in a fun and interactive way. Children can also experience the lifestyle and wisdom of the past through experience programs.

TypeMuseums & galleries
RegionSeoul
Address137, Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Hours10:00-17:50 · · * Operating hours divided into 5 sessions · * 70 people max. per session (reservation required) · [Session 1] 10:00~11:50 · [Session 2] 12:00~13:20 · [Session 3] 13:30~14:50 · [Session 4] 15:00~16:20 · [Session 5] 16:30~17:50 ·
ClosedNew Year’s Day, Seollal (Lunar New Year’s Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
AdmissionFree (Visitors ages 3 and older must recieve admission pass from information desk)
ParkingAvailable
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Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Hours and admission change with the season and on public holidays — confirm with the venue before a long trip.

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