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.

Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Opening hours and admission can change — check the official page before you go.

On nearby while you're here

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• Jun 26, 2025 – Jun 27, 2027MMCA Gwacheon Permanent Exhibition: Modern and Contemporary Korean Art II · 1.5 km away
• Oct 2, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027MMCA Masterpieces from Abroad: Water Lilies and Chandelier · 1.5 km away
• Apr 30, 2026 – Feb 21, 2027Oh! Museum of the Senses · 1.5 km away
• Sep 18, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Gwacheon Performing Arts Festival (GPAF) · 1.9 km away

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