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National Museum of Korea

National Museum of Korea

국립중앙박물관 · Seoul · Museums & galleries

The National Museum of Korea houses a vast collection of artifacts from ancient times to the modern era in a wide range of topics, including art and culture. The museum houses a Children's Museum, where visitors can learn more about the nation's history through educational programs and experiences. The outdoor grounds feature pagodas and other stone artworks too large to be on display inside.In addition to galleries with a wide array of national and international pieces, the National Museum of Korea is a stage for a number of cultural activities related to collection, preservation, research and analysis, social training, academic publications, intercultural exchange programs, concerts, and more.

TypeMuseums & galleries
RegionSeoul
Address137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

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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Within walking distance

Childrens Museum of the National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관 어린이박물관)
right next door

Childrens Museum of the National Museum of Korea

Ichon Hangang Park (이촌한강공원)
800 m walk

Ichon Hangang Park

Amorepacific Museum of Art (아모레퍼시픽미술관)
1.3 km away

Amorepacific Museum of Art

The War Memorial of Korea (전쟁기념관)
1.8 km away

The War Memorial of Korea

Hyosajeong Pavilion (효사정)
1.9 km away

Hyosajeong Pavilion

Itaewon Antiques Street (이태원 앤틱 가구 거리)
1.9 km away

Itaewon Antiques Street

Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain (반포대교 달빛무지개분수)
1.9 km away

Banpo Bridge Rainbow Fountain

Banpo Hangang Park (반포한강공원)
1.9 km away

Banpo Hangang Park