National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Seoul

Name: National Museum of Korean Contemporary History
Address: 198 Sejong-daero, Jongno 1(il).2(i).3(sam).4(sa), Seoul, 03141, South Korea
Telephone: +82 2-3703-9200

#113 among attractions in Seoul

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National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

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The National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, which opened on December 26, 2012, is dedicated to researching, preserving, and exhibiting the modern and contemporary history of the Republic of Korea. The museum features four permanent exhibition halls which cover the period from the late 19th century to the present, with the themes of "Prelude to the Republic of Korea", "Foundation of the Republic of Korea", "Development of the Republic of Korea", and "Modernization and Korea's Vision of Future". ()

Local name: 대한민국역사박물관 Established: 2012 (12 years ago)Coordinates: 37°34'26"N, 126°58'41"E

Address

198 Sejong-daero, Jongno 1(il).2(i).3(sam).4(sa)종로구 (종로1.2.3.4가동)Seoul 03141 South Korea

Contact

+82 2-3703-9200

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Museum of Korean Contemporary History open?

National Museum of Korean Contemporary History is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 9 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History?

Nearby attractions include Sejong Center, Seoul (3 min walk), Jongno, Seoul (3 min walk), Gwanghwamun Plaza, Seoul (3 min walk), Gwanghwamun, Seoul (4 min walk).

How to get to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History:

Metro

광화문 • Lines: 5 (5 min walk)
Gyeongbokgung • Lines: 3 (8 min walk)

Bus

Gwanghwamun • Lines: 600, 9709 (9 min walk)
Seoul History Museum • Lines: 9709 (11 min walk)