King Sejong The Great Museum (세종대왕박물관)
Seoul · 56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
Admission
Adults 3,000 won / Children 1,500 won * Free admission: Preschoolers (ages 4 and under), Senior citizens (ages 65 and over)
Adults 3,000 won / Children 1,500 won * Free admission: Preschoolers (ages 4 and under), Senior citizens (ages 65 and over)
Address
56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
Overview
King Sejong The Great Museum is a cultural complex located in the heart of Seoul, near Gwanghwamun Plaza.The Hangeul Room exhibits documents published during the reign of King Sejong, the Science Room displays Cheugugi and celestial planisphere, and the Korean Traditional Music Room showcases various traditional Korean musical instruments. The Biography Room features Portrait of King Sejong and paintings depicting scenes from his life. Outdoors, there are statues of King Sejong, the scahe sundial, the clepsydra, and Cheugugi.
Location
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South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
March-October 09:00-18:00
November-February 09:00-17:30
* Last admission: 30 minute before closing.
November-February 09:00-17:30
* Last admission: 30 minute before closing.
Adults 3,000 won / Children 1,500 won
* Free admission: Preschoolers (ages 4 and under), Senior citizens (ages 65 and over)
* Free admission: Preschoolers (ages 4 and under), Senior citizens (ages 65 and over)
Not available
No charge for museum visitors
Mondays, New Year's Day, Day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-969-8851, 8853
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-969-8851, 8853
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