Photo: Seoul Metropolitan Government (KOGL)
World Jewellery Museum
세계장신구박물관
Museum · Jongno-gu
Ornaments are humankind's oldest companion, found wherever civilisation flourished. As early as 40,000 years ago our ancestors used animal hides, teeth and bones taken from the hunt.
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Source: www.wjm.or.kr
Nearby in Jongno-gu
Kukje Gallery
FreeArt gallery · Anguk Stn. (Line 3) Exit 1
Samcheong-dong's leading gallery, showing Korean and international masters. Combine with nearby galleries for a free art stroll.
Hakgojae Gallery
FreeArt gallery · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
Opened in 1988, Hakgojae has advanced the beauty and value of Korean traditional art under the motto "learn from the old, create the new."
Jeongdok Public Library
FreeLibrary · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
A campus-style library on the Bukchon hillside. A healing spot where you can picnic on garden benches among spring cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.
Art Sonje Center
₩10,000Art gallery · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
Located in Sogyeok-dong across from Gyeongbokgung Palace, Art Sonje Center plays a central role in the art scene alongside nearby Insa-dong.
Seoul Museum of Education
FreeMuseum · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
Free museum inside Jeongdok Public Library. Traces education history from the Joseon era to today; pairs well with a Bukchon walk.
Baek In-je House
FreeHistoric site · Anguk Stn. (Line 3)
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.
