Hotels near The National Museum of Korea, Seoul

Fabulous - you can spend a couple of hours or a whole day, there are 3 floors of beautifully curated exhibits from Bronze Age to the sophisticated calligraphy for which Korea is famous, AND of course cafes, a convenience store and a restaurant and an excellent museum shop

The National Museum of Korea is: 1. Massive: With over 220,000 artifacts, it's one of the largest museums in Asia. 2. Comprehensive: Exhibits cover Korean history, art, and culture from prehistoric times to the modern era. 3. Interactive: Engaging displays, audio guides, and multimedia presentations make history come alive. 4. Architecturally stunning: The building's design blends traditional Korean elements with modern architecture. Must-see exhibits: 1. The Baekje Gilt Bronze Incense Burner (7th century) 2. The Pensive Bodhisattva (7th-8th century) 3. The Korean Folklore exhibit 4. The Calligraphy and Painting exhibit Visitors' reviews: - "A must-visit for anyone interested in Korean history and culture." - "Impressive collection, well-curated exhibits." - "Free admission, excellent audio guides." Practical information: - Address: 137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul - Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (closed Mondays) - Admission: Free (permanent exhibits), paid (special exhibits) - Accessibility: Wheelchair-friendly, audio guides available Plan your visit: - Allow at least 3-4 hours to explore the museum. - Check the museum's website for special exhibits and events. - Combine your visit with nearby attractions, such as the War Memorial of Korea or Yongsan Park.

One of the nicest museums we saw in our two week stay. It's architecture and layout were world class. Dramatic and informative instillations. Not only extensive Korean historical displays, but international ones. Lovely gift shop and cafe. Plan on 1/2 a day at least.

Free entrance and very regular change of special exhibitions. Because the entrance is free, you can just spend 2 hours focusing on one interest and come back another time for something else. There is a very large collection of exhibits and we have been there many times. Perfect place to go and learn something new about Korea and its history during the extreme cold winter weekends (or wet hot summer weekends).