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Kumho Museum of Art
금호미술관
Art gallery · Jongno-gu
Starting as Kumho Gallery in 1989, the museum has become a leading arts patronage institution working for the development of Korean art and for social contribution, supporting emerging artists since its opening.
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Nearby in Jongno-gu
Gallery Hyundai
FreeArt gallery · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
A gallery specialising in fine art, founded in April 1970, it has played a pivotal role in developing Korean contemporary art and bringing it to the world, representing Korean art for over 30 years.
MMCA Seoul
Free if eligibleArt gallery · Anguk Stn. (Line 3) Exit 1
Samcheong-dong's flagship contemporary art museum. Time your visit for Culture Day or Wednesday and Saturday evenings and it's free.
Art Sonje Center
₩10,000Art gallery · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
Located in Sogyeok-dong across from Gyeongbokgung Palace, Art Sonje Center plays a central role in the art scene alongside nearby Insa-dong.
Gwanghwamun Citizens' Open Square
FreePark · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3)
A rest spot for Seoul's citizens created on the site of the old Yukjo Street at Gwanghwamun. It takes in Yukjo Madang to the northeast, a modern re-creation of Yukjo Street, a citizens' rest area to the southwest, and the open space at the center
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Free if eligibleHistoric site · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3) Exit 5
Joseon's foremost royal palace. Free on the last Wednesday of the month or in hanbok. The changing of the guard ceremony (10:00 and 14:00) is always free.
Sujeongjeon Hall at Gyeongbokgung Palace
FreeHistoric site · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3)
Sujeongjeon stands west of Geunjeongjeon, with Gyeonghoeru Pavilion to its north.
Other art gallerys in Seoul
Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun Main Branch
Partly freeJung-gu · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)
A municipal art museum preserving the facade of the old Supreme Court. On the Deoksugung stone wall walking route, with free permanent exhibitions.
Leeum Museum of Art
Partly freeYongsan-gu · Hangangjin Stn. (Line 6) Exit 1
The Samsung Foundation of Culture's flagship museum. The best tip: see the traditional art permanent collection, full of national treasures, for free.
Gangdong Arts Center Art Gallery
Partly freeGangdong-gu · Godeok Stn. (Line 5)
A multipurpose cultural venue inside Myeongil Neighbourhood Park. Combine free gallery shows with outdoor festivals.
Nam June Paik Memorial House
FreeJongno-gu · Dongmyo Stn. (Lines 1, 6)
The site of the Changsin-dong house where Nam June Paik lived from 1937 to 1950. A hanok built in 1960 was renovated and opened in 2017, with the permanent exhibition Megatron Rhapsody free to view.
SongEun Art Space
FreeGangnam-gu · Cheongdam Stn. (Line 7) Exit 8, Apgujeong Rodeo Stn. (Suin-Bundang Line)
A free contemporary art space in a triangular building designed by Herzog & de Meuron. Part of the Cheongdam-dong gallery walk.
