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Seoul City Wall Museum
한양도성박물관
Museum · Jongno-gu
Set in Dongdaemun Seonggwak Park, the Seoul City Wall Museum covers the history and culture of the city wall from the Joseon period to today, with permanent and special exhibition halls, an archive and a study room. The Seoul City Wall
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Source: www.museum.seoul.kr
Nearby in Jongno-gu
Nam June Paik Memorial House
FreeArt gallery · 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.
Jongno-gu Community Hall
₩6,050Sports facility · Dongmyo Stn. (Lines 1, 6)
Public indoor pool in Jongno-gu. Open swim 6,050 won per session. Open-swim time slots change monthly, so check before you go.
Doosan Gallery
FreeArt gallery · Jongno 5-ga Stn. (Line 1)
A non-profit institution opened in 2007, Doosan Gallery is based in Seoul and runs exhibitions along with programmes at home and abroad such as the Doosan Curator Workshop and Doosan Residency.
Areumkkum Library
FreeLibrary · Dongmyo Stn. (Lines 1, 6)
Public library in Jongno-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Naksan Park
FreePark · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4)
A hilltop park along the Seoul City Wall trail, known for city night views and sunsets. Carry water for the climb.
Sungin Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Dongmyo Stn. (Lines 1, 6)
A park on Dongmangsan in Sungin-dong, Jongno-gu, also known as Dongmangsan Park. Covering 45,615 sq m, it is a nature-friendly space where residents rest, stroll and take light exercise. Inside are a pavilion and exercise
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.
