National Palace Museum of Korea, Seoul

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Explore over 500 years of Korean history at National Palace Museum of Korea. Established in 1908, the museum as undergone various changes in name and location over the years, but its focus has remained the same. Harboring over 40,000 artifacts and royal treasures, the museum highlights the Joseon dynasty and the Korean Empire's contribution to the country's art and culture. As well as the displays of scrolls, revealing artworks, and other relics, the museum offers a coffee shop and gift shop. To visit National Palace Museum of Korea on your holiday in Seoul, and find out what else Seoul has to offer, use our Seoul.

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By 590jhl

This is one of the best museums in Korea. Shouldn't be missed if you visit Seoul. - The location is close from metro Gyeongbokgung Station(line #3) and within the area of Gyeongbokgung Palace...

This is one of the best museums in Korea. Shouldn't be missed if you visit Seoul. - The location is close from metro Gyeongbokgung Station(line #3) and within the area of Gyeongbokgung Palace... more »
By BillNabilah

It is located within Gyeongbokgung Palace. Entrance is free. Inside the museum, you can collect beautiful stamps. A brief history about the past Korea. A lot of exhibition changing from time to time..... more

It is located within Gyeongbokgung Palace. Entrance is free. Inside the museum, you can collect beautiful stamps. A brief history about the past Korea. A lot of exhibition changing from time to time..... more »
By ErkiBear

This museum is in the grounds of Gyeonbokgung palace and is a great place to get a bit more understanding about the Joseon dynasties - especially if you didn't have guided tour of the palace. Just...

This museum is in the grounds of Gyeonbokgung palace and is a great place to get a bit more understanding about the Joseon dynasties - especially if you didn't have guided tour of the palace. Just... more »

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By Nin J

It is a very nice museum. We spent 1,5 hour to cover all floors. They have interactive screen as well to describe each era of dynasty. There is a theatre which showing one of history between Korea and Japan.

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By David Cy

Great museum to learn about the history of Korea. Also written in English for all audiences. Lots of politics, artifacts, relics from Korean history. Great way to spend an afternoon

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By Ruben Royackers

Definitely be sure to take your time for this musueum, atleast 1-2 hours if you want to see most parts and read most stuff. Everything is displayed in a beautiful way with all the backstories.

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By Sofi CB

Free admission, there's free English guided tour, an English map, an audio guide and the exhibits are most in English. Nice overview and history of the palace, culture and life. There's a stamp station!

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By Zac Yeow

Great place with knowledge of the palaces in Korea and the Korea empire, free entry like most museums in korea. Some interesting artifacts.

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