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Bukchon Museum (북촌생활사박물관)

90, Bukchon-ro 5na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

About

Step back in time at the Bukchon Museum, where you can explore the daily life of Korea’s historic nobility. Rather than just viewing artifacts, you will get hands-on experience, touching everyday items to fully imagine life before industrialization. This museum is perfect for history enthusiasts and culture lovers keen on understanding traditional Korean domestic life. While the exhibits are always engaging, visiting during the crisp autumn months provides the best atmosphere. Discover the enduring spirit of the community within these preserved relics.

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The Bukchon Museum displays items that have been collected from Bukchon, a historical village that was once home to the nation’s nobility. The museum was founded to observe urban development that took place in the recent decades through collected and preserved veryday household items that were used by Bukchon residents. Visitors are even allowed to touch items on display to better be able to imagine life in Korea before industrialization.

Information

Phone

+82-2-736-3957

Website

cafe.daum.net/namu3579

Hours

March-October 10:00-18:00
November-February 11:00-18:00
* Last admission 30 min before closing

Closed

N/A (Open all year round)

Parking

Information not available

Fee