Gwacheon National Science Museum
국립과천과학관 · Gyeonggi · Museums & galleries
As a landmark facility representing Korea’s advanced science and technology capabilities, Gwacheon National Science Museum strives to encourage young visitors to become interested in science and shares with the public scientific principles that govern daily life. The museum has permanent exhibition halls, special exhibition halls, a planetarium, outdoor exhibitions, and more. Over 50% of the exhibition items on display are interactive, allowing visitors to jump in and experience science first-hand using their minds and their imagination.
| Type | Museums & galleries |
|---|---|
| Region | Gyeonggi |
| Address | 110, Sanghabeol-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do |
| Hours | 09:30-17:30 (Ticket sales close at 16:30) |
| Closed | Mondays, January 1, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thankgiving Day) · * If Monday is a public holiday, museum is closed on the following working day. |
| Admission | Adults 4,000 won / Teenagers & Children 2,000 won · * Free admission for senior citizens and preschoolers |
| Parking | Available |
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What's on nearby
Events run on fixed dates — check these against your own trip. Trip Planner shows everything on for the days you are in Korea.
- Jun 26, 2025 – Jun 27, 2027MMCA Gwacheon Permanent Exhibition: Modern and Contemporary Korean Art II
- Oct 2, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027MMCA Masterpieces from Abroad: Water Lilies and Chandelier
- Apr 30, 2026 – Feb 21, 2027Oh! Museum of the Senses
- Mar 10, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026APAP Artwork Tour
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