National Museum of Korean Contemporary History
대한민국 역사 박물관
Explore Korea's first National Museum of Modern and Contemporary History, chronicling the history of Korea since the late 19th century
Great place to glimpse into Korea's history
Korea's first national museum of modern history. It has exhibits related to the Korean War and actual objects used in civil movements. In addition, the museum is divided into a history hall and an experience hall, which are easy to navigate, and there is a children's museum full of interactive activities and history education programs, so you can spend time with your children. There is also a rooftop garden on the top floor with a panoramic view of Gyeongbokgung Palace and the city of Seoul.
Key Facilities
- Children's Museums
http://www.much.go.kr/museum/cnts/discovery.do#v2
Floor 1 Museum where you can easily learn about the history of Korea
- Experience Center
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Floor 4 Exhibition center where you can touch and experience the life of that time period
- History Museum
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Floor 5 Exhibition center where you can learn about the history and traditions of Korea from the Joseon Dynasty up to now
- Rooftop gardens
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Rooftop gardens on Floor 6 and Floor 8 with panoramic views of Gyeongbokgung Palace and the city of Seoul
Information
How to get there
2 min walk from Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5)