Lock Museum, Seoul

Name: Lock Museum
Address: 100 Ihwajang-gil, Ihwa-dong, Seoul, 110-510, South Korea
Telephone: +82 2-766-6494

#98 among attractions in Seoul

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Facts and practical information

The Lock Museum is a private museum in Seoul, South Korea. It is directed by Mr. Hongkyu Choi. ()

Local name: 쇳대박물관 Coordinates: 37°34'47"N, 127°0'18"E

Address

100 Ihwajang-gil, Ihwa-dong종로구 (이화동)Seoul 110-510 South Korea

Contact

+82 2-766-6494

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Day trips

Lock Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Changdeokgung, Changgyeonggung, Gwangjang Market, Dongdaemun Market.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Lock Museum open?

Lock Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Lock Museum?

Nearby attractions include Marronnier Park, Seoul (4 min walk), Naksan, Seoul (4 min walk), Ihwa Mural Village, Seoul (6 min walk), Daehangno, Seoul (7 min walk).

How to get to Lock Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lock Museum:

Bus

Hyehwayeongmaronie Park • Lines: 106 (5 min walk)
Korea National Open University • Lines: 106 (6 min walk)

Metro

Hyehwa • Lines: 4 (6 min walk)
창신 • Lines: 6 (15 min walk)

Train

Changsin (15 min walk)

Light rail

Sinseol-dong • Lines: W (27 min walk)
Sungshin Women's University • Lines: W (28 min walk)