National Museum of Korea

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Times

Daily, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Duration

Around 4 hours

Age

All ages welcome

Accessibility

Fully accessible; facilities available for visitors with disabilities

Admission

4000 WON

Address

137 Seobinggo-ro
Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Telephone

+82 2-2077-9000

Traveller Rating:

4.4

Based on 11,044 reviews

Latest 3 reviews of National Museum of Korea

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5 ★★★★★

Sep 2025
by roy v

You could spend days there to take it all in

We were surprised at the sheer size of the museum. To see it all and take it all in would take days. We mainly took in the history part of the museum on the ground floor. that took all the time we had. Lots of very old articles on display, hundreds of years old, great that they have been recovered and preserved for us and future generations to enjoy. Loved the old armour and fighting weapons of old. Lots of pottery to admire and it is great that they have the original flag in the museum. If you get the chance visit for sure , make sure you allow plenty of time.

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5 ★★★★★

Mar 2025
by rodrigoselback

Great walk

A wonderful walk
The whole atmosphere outside the museum is worth the walk
The exhibitions are wonderful
is a great place to be

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5 ★★★★★

Aug 2025
by FMBKK

Magnificent permanent collections

A magnificent case, for exceptional permanent collections. Free admission, only temporary exhibitions are charged.

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About

The National Museum of Korea is the largest museum in South Korea and a cultural landmark showcasing the nation’s rich history, art, and heritage. Located in Yongsan, Seoul, the museum houses more than 300,000 artifacts, ranging from ancient relics and Buddhist sculptures to paintings, calligraphy, and modern art. With its modern architecture, spacious galleries, and diverse exhibitions, it is one of the most visited museums in Asia and a must-see destination for culture lovers.

Interesting Facts

• The museum first opened in 1945 and moved to its current Yongsan site in 2005.
• It spans six floors with over 27,000 square meters of exhibition space.
• Admission is very affordable, and many special exhibitions are free.
• The outdoor garden features pagodas, stone lanterns, and traditional Korean sculptures.
• It is one of the most visited museums in the world, often ranking in the global top ten by annual visitor numbers.

Visiting the National Museum of Korea is like opening a living history book, where culture, art, and tradition come together under one roof in Seoul.

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