National Museum of Korea

Basic Information

[Certified Universal Tourism Facility in 2020]

Overview 

The National Museum of Korea, where history and culture are alive, is a treasure trove of the cultural heritage representing Korea. It is built by reinterpreting traditional Korean architecture in a modern way, and visitors can see the harmony of nature and man-made. It houses about 330,000 artifacts from prehistoric times to modern times. Also, visitors can see different exhibitions and enjoy educational programs in the environment where cultural heritage and natural scenery are present. 

Attractions 

The National Museum of Korea houses various cultural heritages of Korea from the Paleolithic to the modren era. The exhibitions are divided into six permanent exhibition halls and special exhibition halls. The permanent exhibitions consist of Prehistoric and Ancient History Hall, Medieval and Early Modern History, Calligraphy and Painting, Sculpture and Crafts, Donated Works, World Art Gallery, and exhibits more than 12,000 artifacts, including national treasures of Korea.

All permanent exhibition halls provide live tour commentary three times a day, and visitors can listen to the exhibition guide through a smartphone application anytime. In addition, the museum offers information on its collections in various forms on the official website, including commentary, photos, videos, 3D tours, and digitized copies. 

In addition, the museum gift shop sells replicas and cultural products representing museum artifacts, including office supplies to fashion props — which are perfect for gifts or collections.

* The admission fee for the permanent exhibition is free, but the one for the special exhibition might vary. All photography without lighting and tripods is permitted. 

Accessibility 

The entryway has no steps and there is a long and gentle slope. It is accessible through the moving walkway from Ichon station. The main entrance is wide and flat with no steps, so anyone, including wheelchair users, can conveniently enter and exit. Korean braille information boards for persons with visual impairments are installed at the entrance. The kiosk is rather high, so caution is needed for wheelchair users. There is an elevator accessible for people with disabilities, seniors, and strollers. There are parking facilities for persons with disabilities on the 1st basement floor. Also, there is a female and male accessible restroom for persons with disabilities separated from the public restroom on every floor. 

There are sign language interpreters for persons with hearing impairments. 

For visitors with infants and children, strollers can be rented at the information desk. There is a diaper changing station and a nursing room in the children's resting area. Also, there is a diaper changing station in the public bathroom.