National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

대한민국 역사 박물관

Gwanghwamun · Seoul

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Explore Korea's first National Museum of Modern and Contemporary History, chronicling the history of Korea since the late 19th century

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Great place to glimpse into Korea's history

Korea's first national museum of modern history. It has exhibits related to the Korean War and actual objects used in civil movements. In addition, the museum is divided into a history hall and an experience hall, which are easy to navigate, and there is a children's museum full of interactive activities and history education programs, so you can spend time with your children. There is also a rooftop garden on the top floor with a panoramic view of Gyeongbokgung Palace and the city of Seoul.

Key Facilities

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Children's Museums
Floor 1 Museum where you can easily learn about the history of Korea
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Experience Center
Floor 4 Exhibition center where you can touch and experience the life of that time period
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History Museum
Floor 5 Exhibition center where you can learn about the history and traditions of Korea from the Joseon Dynasty up to now
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Rooftop gardens
Rooftop gardens on Floor 6 and Floor 8 with panoramic views of Gyeongbokgung Palace and the city of Seoul

Information

198 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82237039200
http://www.much.go.kr/

How to get there
2 min walk from Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5)
Today
10:00 - 18:00
10:00 - 18:00
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing Opening hours vary by holiday (Check website) Children's Museum: 10:00 AM - 05:45 PM
Insider Tips
Free parking available
Reservation required (website)
No food allowed, No pet allowed
Strollers and wheelchairs available for free (1F, with proof)
Locker available

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