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Sangmyung University Museum
상명대학교 박물관
Museum · Jongno-gu
The collection brings together relics gathered by founder Dr. Bae Sang-myung, donations from Kim Dae-hwan, Fukuda Eiko and other supporters, and finds from excavations and site surveys.
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Nearby in Jongno-gu
Total Museum of Contemporary Art
₩10,000Art gallery · 평창동
Opened in 1992.
Gana Art Center
₩3,000Art gallery · 평창동
Set in leafy Pyeongchang-dong at the foot of Bukhansan, Gana Art Center is Korea's largest gallery space at some 850 pyeong of floor area, designed by the world-renowned architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte.
Kim Chong Yung Museum
FreeArt gallery · 평창동
A sculpture museum on the hillside in Pyeongchang-dong. The building itself is a work of art, the permanent exhibition is free, and the galleries look out onto Bukhansan.
Seoul Museum of Art Archives
FreeArt gallery · 평창동
An art museum devoted to preserving and researching the history of art, collecting records and materials that follow the traces left by individual artists and groups.
House of Painter Kim Tschang-yeul
₩5,000Art gallery · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3) + bus
The Pyeongchang-dong home and studio used for some 30 years by Kim Tschang-yeul, the painter of water drops, turned into a cultural space by Jongno-gu and opened in May 2026. Shoes come off at the door, and there is no parking.
Bugak Skyway Palgakjeong Pavilion
FreeViewpoint · Gyeongbokgung Stn. (Line 3) + bus
A classic night-view spot where the octagonal pavilion on the Bugaksan ridge takes in the whole of downtown Seoul.
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.
