Photo: Seoul Metropolitan Government (KOGL)
Seoul National University Hospital Medical Museum
서울대학교병원 의학박물관
Museum · Jongno-gu
The royal edict establishing Daehan Hospital; early 20th-century medical instruments, medicines and books; the clock from the Daehan Hospital clock tower, and more.
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Source: www.medicalmuseum.org
Nearby in Jongno-gu
Changgyeonggung Palace
Free if eligibleHistoric site · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4) Exit 4
A palace with a Grand Greenhouse and the Chundangji pond. Linked internally to Changdeokgung, and beautifully lit during night openings.
Seoul Theater Center
FreeCulture space · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4)
A Daehangno space with a theater archive, exhibitions and a lounge, where you can browse theater materials or simply relax. Right next to Hyehwa Station.
Marronnier Park
FreePark · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4)
Marronnier Park occupies the former site of Seoul National University's colleges of liberal arts and law beside Daehangno and covers 5,802㎡. With the arts centre and artworks displayed along the Daehangno street, it has the distinctive atmosphere of a street of dreams, romance and the arts
Library Peach
FreeLibrary · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4)
Public library in Jongno-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
The Third Time
FreeLibrary · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4)
Public library in Jongno-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Artists' House
FreeCulture space · Hyehwa Stn. (Line 4)
Inside Marronnier Park, a modern-era building used by the Arts Council Korea as a multipurpose cultural space. The lounge and cafe are good spots for a break.
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.
