King Sejong Memorial Hall
세종대왕 기념관
Visit a museum dedicated to King Sejong the Great, the creator of the Korean alphabet
The museum honors and preserves the achievements of King Sejong the Great, the fourth king of the Joseon Dynasty. There are a total of four exhibition rooms in the museum, including the 'Biography Room' with 14 paintings depicting the feats of King Sejong the Great, and the 'Hangeul Room' with more than 100 Korean literature such as the 'Korean Language Dictionary', tablets of letters, and various materials.
Outside, various monuments are on display, including a statue of King Sejong the Great. The exhibits are an excellent way to learn about history, from the magnificent statue and monument to King Sejong, the Sindobi, to his inventions, such as 'Haesigae (sundial)', a device that measures time by the movement of the sun, and 'Mulsigae (water clock)', a device that measures time by the amount of water.
Information
How to get there
12 min walk from Korea University Station Exit 3 (Line 6)
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing Opening hours vary by season
Admission Fee
Adult: ₩3,000, middle and high school student and child: ₩1,500
Insider Tips
Taking photos and bringing in food is prohibited.
Free parking available