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Presseum Newspaper Museum
신문박물관PRESSEUM
Museum · Jongno-gu
Presseum occupies the 3rd and 4th floors of the Dong-A Media Center in Gwanghwamun, Seoul. It comprises a newspaper history hall, a special exhibition hall and a media screening hall.
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Nearby in Jongno-gu
Ilmin Museum of Art
₩8,000Art gallery · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5)
Built in 1926, the Ilmin Museum of Art building served as the Dong-A Ilbo headquarters for 66 years until 1992 and is designated Seoul Tangible Cultural Property No. 131.
Cheonggyecheon Stream
FreeStream & walk · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5)
A restored stream walk cutting through downtown. The sound of running water cools things in summer, but shade is scarce, so bring a hat and water.
Kyobo Book Centre Gwanghwamun
FreeCulture space · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5), direct access from Exits 3, 4
Korea's largest bookstore. The reading table that seats 100 is a famous free refuge where you can sit and read for hours. Directly connected to Gwanghwamun Station.
Gwanghwamun Square
FreePlaza · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5)
A downtown plaza with Gyeongbokgung Palace as its backdrop. In summer the ground fountains and water channels invite splashing. Shaded rest areas, drinking fountains and toilets on site.
Art Center Nabi
FreeArt gallery · Jonggak Stn. (Line 1)
The rise of digital media and information technology has reshaped daily life and accelerated a paradigm shift in art and culture, with new media transforming earlier forms of artistic expression.
The Story of King Sejong and Admiral Yi Sun-sin
FreeMuseum · Gwanghwamun Stn. (Line 5)
An exhibition space in the heart of Gwanghwamun where history comes alive, devoted to King Sejong, the 4th king of Joseon, and Admiral Yi Sun-sin of the Imjin War, the two figures Koreans most respect and take pride in.
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.
