Seoul, South Korea, will impress you with its museum offerings as the city boasts 100 diverse museums you can visit while there. But there is more. A great number of them are actually free to visit. Continue reading to find out the ones you definitely shouldn’t miss out on.
National Folk Museum
The National Folk Museum provides visitors with a great insight into South Korea’s traditions. You’ll find replicas of historic objects alongside authentic artifacts that illustrate how people used to live in the country through different stages in history. The museum features three exhibition halls and a collection with over 98,000 items.
National Museum of Korean Contemporary History
Opened in 2012, the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History focuses on the modern history of South Korea. There are four exhibit halls dedicated to items and topics that cover a period from the 19th century to the present day. Visitors can also enjoy various events or take part in educational programs.
National Museum of Korea
Finally, the National Museum of Korea is the most important museum in the entire country. It displays artifacts from prehistoric to modern times, including remains of primitive weapons, old manuscripts, relics, traditional South Korean arts and crafts, and jewelry. The museum also houses 14 of South Korea’s 302 National Treasures.
