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University of Seoul Museum
서울시립대학교 박물관
Museum · Dongdaemun-gu
The museum surveys, collects, preserves and exhibits materials on Korean and international history, archaeology, folklore and art, as well as cultural properties related to the history of Seoul.
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Source: www.uos.ac.kr
Nearby in Dongdaemun-gu
Baebongsan Neighborhood Park
FreePark · Hoegi Stn. (Line 1, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
The only hill park and the symbolic park of Dongdaemun-gu, a district short of green space. Once occupied by a military unit, with large rock faces exposed on cut slopes 15–20 m high, the site was turned into a park in 1992. Inside the park, for more than 50 years
Baebongsan Forest Library
FreeLibrary · Cheongnyangni Stn. (Line 1, Suin-Bundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Gyeongchun Line)
Public library in Dongdaemun-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Dongdaemun Youth Center
₩4,500Sports facility · Cheongnyangni Stn. (Line 1, Suin-Bundang Line, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Gyeongchun Line)
Public indoor pool with open swim sessions.
Hwigyeong Happiness Library
FreeLibrary · Jungnang Stn. (Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
Public library in Dongdaemun-gu. Free entry and reading, with heating and air conditioning.
Seoul Youth Center Dongdaemun
FreeStudy & youth space · Hoegi Stn. (Line 1, Gyeongui-Jungang Line)
A lounge, study and community space free for all young people, part of the Seoul Youth Center Orang network.
Jangan Neighborhood Park Badminton Court
FreeSports facility · Yongmasan Stn. (Line 7)
Outdoor badminton court in Dongdaemun-gu. 3 courts. Open 24 hours.
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.
