National Museum of Korea
The National Museum of Korea, in Yongsan, Seoul, is the country's flagship museum and one of the largest in Asia, housing more than 400,000 artifacts that trace Korean history and art from prehistory to the modern era. Highlights include the ten-story Gyeongcheonsa Pagoda, gilt-bronze Buddhist statues, Goryeo celadon ceramics, and Joseon Dynasty paintings and calligraphy. The museum also features a reflecting pool, extensive gardens, and views of N Seoul Tower from the Mirror Pond, and general admission to the permanent exhibitions is free.
Visitor Information & Practical Details
- Place NameNational Museum of Korea
- Address137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- Opening HoursMon-Fri, Sun 09:30-17:30; Wed, Sat 09:30-21:00; closed Jan 1, Lunar New Year, Chuseok.
- Admission / PriceFree (special exhibitions extra)
- Phone+82220779000
- Official Websitehttps://www.museum.go.kr/site/eng/home
- GPS Coordinates37.52385, 126.98047
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N Seoul Tower
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