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Cheonggyecheon Museum
청계천박물관
Museum · Seongdong-gu
Free museum on the history and restoration of Cheonggyecheon Stream. Pairs well with the neighbouring Shanty Town Experience Hall and a walk along the stream.
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Nearby in Seongdong-gu
Cheonggyecheon Shanty Town Experience Hall
FreeHistoric site · Yongdu Stn. (Line 2)
Recreated 1960s-70s shacks, an old classroom and a corner shop. Pair it with the free Cheonggyecheon Museum next door.
Seongdong-gu Cheonggye Library
FreeLibrary · Wangsimni Stn. (Lines 2, 5, Suin-Bundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Public library in Seongdong-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.
Seongdong-gu Mujigae Library
FreeLibrary · Wangsimni Stn. (Lines 2, 5, Suin-Bundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Public library in Seongdong-gu. Free entry and reading, fully heated and air-conditioned.
Seongdong Youth Center
₩1,000Sports facility · Wangsimni Stn. (Lines 2, 5, Suin-Bundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Public indoor pool in Seongdong-gu with a 5-lane, 25m adult pool and a toddler pool. Open swim 1,000 won per session, and there is a gym on site. Session times change monthly, so check before you go.
Seoul Youth Center Seongdong
FreeStudy & youth space · Majang Stn. (Line 5)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
Majang National Sports Center
₩4,000Sports facility · Wangsimni Stn. (Lines 2, 5, Suin-Bundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Public indoor pool in Seongdong-gu. Six-lane 25m adult pool. Open swim is 4,000 won per session. There is also a gym. Open swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
Other museums in Seoul
National Museum of Korea
Partly freeYongsan-gu · Ichon Stn. (Line 4, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Korea's largest museum, with all permanent galleries free. The spacious lobby and Reflecting Pond garden are good for a rest, and Wednesday and Saturday evening openings are quieter.
National Folk Museum of Korea
FreeJongno-gu · Gyeongbokgung Stn. / Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
A free museum of Korean daily life. The outdoor Memory Street and children's museum make it great for families.
Seoul Museum of History
FreeJongno-gu · Gwanghwamun Stn. / Seodaemun Stn. (Line 5)
A free museum on Seoul's transformation from the Joseon era to the present. The old Tram No. 381 outside is a photo favourite.
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History
FreeJongno-gu · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5) Exit 2
A free modern history museum facing Gwanghwamun Square. Insider tip: the rooftop viewpoint takes in Gyeongbokgung and the square at a glance.
Postage Stamp Museum
FreeJung-gu · Euljiro 1-ga Stn. (Line 2) Exit 6, Myeongdong Stn. (Line 4) Exit 5
A compact free museum on the history of stamps. In the middle of Myeong-dong, so it's a handy escape from the heat or cold.
