Global Village Folk Museum, Seoul

#140 among attractions in Seoul

Museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

Global Village Folk Museum was a museum in Seoul, South Korea. It is located near Mt. Namsan. ()

Local name: 지구촌민속교육박물관 Coordinates: 37°33'17"N, 126°58'52"E

Address

100-177 Hoehyeon-dong 1-ga, Jung-gu중구 (회현동)Seoul 140-022 South Korea

Contact

+82 2-773-9590

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Day trips

Global Village Folk Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Namsangol Hanok Village, N Seoul Tower, Namdaemun Market, Sungnyemun.

0.8 miNE
Tours of houses built in Joseon Dynasty
Namsangol Hanok Village, Seoul
20 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Seoul, South Korea, lies an oasis of tranquility and traditional charm: the Namsangol Hanok Village. This picturesque park is a living museum, offering a glimpse into the Korea of yesteryear with its collection of beautifully...
0.4 miSE
Tower with city views and a restaurant
N Seoul Tower, Seoul
12 min walk • Rising above the urban landscape of Seoul, the N Seoul Tower, also known as Namsan Seoul Tower, stands as a modern cultural icon of South Korea's bustling capital. Perched atop Namsan Mountain in central Seoul, this communication and observation tower reaches a height...
0.4 miNW
Sprawling traditional marketplace
Namdaemun Market, Seoul
11 min walk • Namdaemun Market, located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, is a bustling hub of commerce and culture that has been a staple of the city's vibrant landscape for centuries. Established in 1414 during the Joseon Dynasty, it is the oldest and largest traditional market...
0.5 miNW
Rebuilt city gate from the 14th century
Sungnyemun, Seoul
13 min walk • Sungnyemun, also known as Namdaemun, is an iconic historical structure located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea. It stands as a proud testament to the city's rich past, being one of the Eight Gates of Seoul that surrounded the capital during the Joseon Dynasty.
0.7 miSE
Park
Namsan, Seoul
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seoul, South Korea, Namsan is an iconic park that offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. Known for its lush greenery and panoramic views of Seoul, Namsan is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.
0.8 miNW
Museum, Art museum
Seoul Museum of Art, Seoul
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of South Korea's bustling capital, the Seoul Museum of Art is a cultural haven for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Housed in a historic building that once served as the Supreme Court of Korea, the museum has transformed into a dynamic...
0.8 miN
Square
Seoul Plaza, Seoul
20 min walk • Seoul Plaza is a central plaza located in front of Seoul City Hall at Taepyeongno, Jung-gu in Seoul, South Korea. It was reopened on 1 May 2004, by Seoul Metropolitan Government, with the purpose of providing the public an open space.
0.5 miNE
Nightlife, Cinema, Specialty museum
Seoul Animation Center, Seoul
13 min walk • The Seoul Animation Center is an animation and cartoon museum and activities center located on the hillside of Namsan in Jung-gu, Seoul. It was established by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in May 1999 to support the South Korean comics and animation industry and later expanded to include games and characters.
0.5 miN
Museum, Specialty museum
Bank of Korea Money Museum, Seoul
14 min walk • Bank of Korea Money Museum, is an economics and numismatics museum in Seoul founded by the Bank of Korea in 2001. Its address is 39, Namdaemunno, Jung-gu, Seoul.
0.7 miNE
Gothic-style, 19th-century cathedral
Myeongdong Cathedral, Seoul
18 min walk • The Cathedral Church of Virgin Mary of the Immaculate Conception, informally known as Myeongdong Cathedral, is the national cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul.
0.4 miE
Aerial tramway
Namsan cable car, Seoul
12 min walk • Namsan cable car is an aerial tramway in Seoul. Built in 1962, it spans from the Hoehyeon-dong platform to the Yejang-dong platform near the top of Mt. Namsan and the N Seoul Tower. It is the first commercial cable car service for passengers in Korea. The length of the cable is 605 metres.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Global Village Folk Museum?

Nearby attractions include Namsan Public Library, Seoul (4 min walk), Statue of King Sejong, Seoul (7 min walk), Dosan Park, Seoul (7 min walk), Yangjae Citizens' Forest, Seoul (7 min walk).

How to get to Global Village Folk Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Global Village Folk Museum:

Bus

남대문시장.회현역 • Lines: 507 (8 min walk)
서울스퀘어앞 • Lines: 505, 507 (11 min walk)

Metro

Hoehyeon • Lines: 4 (9 min walk)
Seoul Station • Lines: 1, 4, A, Arex (13 min walk)

Train

Seoul (15 min walk)