King Sejong The Great Museum (μΈμ’ λμλ°λ¬Όκ΄)
About
King Sejong The Great Museum is a cultural complex located in the heart of Seoul, near Gwanghwamun Plaza.The Hangeul Room exhibits documents published during the reign of King Sejong, the Science Room displays Cheugugi and celestial planisphere, and the Korean Traditional Music Room showcases various traditional Korean musical instruments. The Biography Room features Portrait of King Sejong and paintings depicting scenes from his life. Outdoors, there are statues of King Sejong, the Β scahe sundial, the clepsydra, and Cheugugi.
Location
56, Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul (02456)
Operating Hours
March-October 09:00-18:00 November-February 09:00-17:30 * Last admission: 30 minute before closing.
Rest Days
Mondays, New Year's Day, Day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
Admission
Adults 3,000 won / Children 1,500 won * Free admission: Preschoolers (ages 4 and under), Senior citizens (ages 65 and over)
Parking
Not available
Inquiries
β’ 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) β’ For more info: +82-2-969-8851, 8853
Website
www.sejongkorea.orgScale
Total area: 12,375 γ‘ / Building area: 2,457 γ‘ (B1-2F)
Time Required
Approx. 30-40 min
Industry Information
Collect, preserve, and exhibit artifacts related to King Sejong
Reservations
Reservations required for groups