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National Palace Museum of Korea
국립고궁박물관
Museum · Jongno-gu
Joseon royal treasures displayed at the entrance to Gyeongbokgung. Free and indoors, it pairs well with the palace on a rainy day.
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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.
Artside Gallery
FreeArt gallery · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3)
Since opening in Insa-dong in 1999, Artside Gallery has worked under the credo that 'art is the ceaseless centering of the periphery,' guiding the creative direction of Korean and international artists.
Seoul Living Culture Center Chebu
FreeCulture space · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3)
A community culture space in the Sejong Village Food Street. Club activities, exhibitions and small performances take place in the Masil lounge and Chebu Hall.
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
Sejongno Park
FreePark · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5)
A green space along Sejong-daero, the nation's central axis (Gyeongbokgung Palace–Gwanghwamun–Sejong Center–Cheonggyecheon–Seoul Plaza). Once run-down and closed off with limited public access, it was reborn as an open park linked to Gwanghwamun Square, creating a new
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.
