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Seosomun Shrine History Museum
서소문성지 역사박물관
Museum · Jung-gu
Opened in June 2019, this public museum in Jung-gu, Seoul stands at the crossroads outside Seosomun Gate, the official state execution ground of the Joseon dynasty. Late Joseon period.
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Source: www.seosomun.org
Nearby in Jung-gu
Seosomun History Park
FreePark · Seoul Stn. (Lines 1, 4, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Once the execution ground at the crossroads outside Seosomun Gate, where Catholics, Donghak Peasant Revolution leaders, soldiers and other reformist figures were put to death from the 1801 Sinyu Persecution to the 1866 Byeongin Persecution
Sunhwa Culture Park
FreePark · Seoul Stn. (Lines 1, 4, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
A park between Seoul Station and Seoul City Hall, remodelled in 2023. Ageing exercise, play and rest facilities were replaced to shed its former gloomy feel, and a variety of trees and flowering plants were planted so visitors can feel the seasons
Seoullo 7017
FreePark · Seoul Station Stn. (Lines 1, 4, Airport Railroad, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
An elevated garden walkway converted from an old overpass, with planters, benches, a foot bath and drinking fountains. Lovely at night, so an evening stroll beats midday.
Seoul Youth Center Jung-gu
FreeStudy & youth space · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
Paichai Hakdang History Museum
FreeMuseum · City Hall Stn. (Lines 1, 2)
Free museum in the 1916 red-brick East Hall, Korea's first modern school. Combine with a stroll along Jeongdong-gil and Deoksugung.
Culture Station Seoul 284
FreeCulture space · Seoul Stn. (Lines 1, 4, Gyeongui-Jungang Line) Exit 2
A cultural complex in the restored old Seoul Station building. The Renaissance-style architecture is a sight in itself, with free special exhibitions year-round. In front of Seoul Station.
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.
