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Seoul Baekje Museum
한성백제박물관
Museum · Songpa-gu
A museum of Baekje history beside Mongchontoseong Fortress in Olympic Park. Free exhibitions with heating and air conditioning make it ideal with kids.
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Nearby in Songpa-gu
SOMA Museum of Art
₩5,000Art gallery · Hanseong Baekje Stn. (Line 9)
An artistic retreat in the city, in dialogue with nature.
Olympic Park Outdoor Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Olympic Park Stn. (Lines 5, 9)
Free outdoor basketball court in a Hangang riverside park.
Museum Hanmi Bangi
₩6,000Art gallery · Mongchontoseong Stn. (Line 8)
The Hanmi Museum of Photography, founded by the Hanmi Cultural Arts Foundation, was Korea's first museum devoted to photography. The foundation was established in April 2002 by a company contributing to public health through the development of quality pharmaceuticals.
Olympic Park
FreePark · Mongchontoseong Stn. (Line 8)
A huge free park taking in Mongchontoseong Fortress and the Nine Scenic Views. The Lone Tree photo spot and wide lawns make it a picnic favourite.
Seongnaecheon Stream Walkway
FreeStream & walk · Olympic Park Stn. (Lines 5, 9)
A 6km urban waterway linked to Olympic Park. Barrier-free paths, summer water play, and a key stretch of the Songpa Dulle-gil.
Olympic Park Basketball Court
FreeSports facility · Olympic Park Stn. (Lines 5, 9)
Free outdoor basketball court in a Hangang riverside park.
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.
