Art Sonje Center, Seoul

Name: Art Sonje Center
Address: 87 Yulgok-ro 3-gil, Samcheong-dong, Seoul, 110-200, South Korea
Telephone: +82 2-733-8949

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Artsonje Center is a private art museum in Seoul, Korea, located in Samcheong-dong, a neighborhood adjacent to known for its numerous art galleries, cafes, restaurants and boutiques. Founded in 1998, the museum introduces current and experimental contemporary art to the art world and public with its international exhibitions and educational programs. ()

Local name: 아트선재센터 Established: 1998 (26 years ago)Coordinates: 37°34'46"N, 126°58'55"E

Address

87 Yulgok-ro 3-gil, Samcheong-dong종로구 (삼청동)Seoul 110-200 South Korea

Contact

+82 2-733-8949

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Art Sonje Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Art Sonje Center open?

Art Sonje Center is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 7 pm
Thursday 11 am - 7 pm
Friday 11 am - 7 pm
Saturday 11 am - 7 pm
Sunday 11 am - 7 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Art Sonje Center?

Nearby attractions include Tibet Museum, Seoul (2 min walk), Seoul Education Museum, Seoul (2 min walk), National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul (2 min walk), Kukje Gallery, Seoul (3 min walk).

How to get to Art Sonje Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Art Sonje Center:

Metro

Anguk • Lines: 3 (8 min walk)
Gyeongbokgung • Lines: 3 (14 min walk)

Bus

Jongno 2 Ga • Lines: 9300, M4101 (19 min walk)
Gwanghwamun • Lines: 600, 9709 (20 min walk)