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.
Basic Information
Postal Code | 03052 |
Homepage | cafe.daum.net/namu3579 |
Address | 90, Bukchon-ro 5na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul |
Usage Information
Capacity | 30-40 per session |
Information & Inquiries | • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info +82-2-736-3957 |
Closed Days | N/A (Open all year round) |
Usage Fee | 3,000 won |
Operating Hours | March-October 10:00-18:00 November-February 11:00-18:00 * Last admission 30 min before closing |
Scale | Total area 274.4 ㎡ / Structure area 141.9 ㎡/ Exhibition area 116.4 ㎡ |
Viewing Duration | Appox. 30-60 min |
Detailed Description
Industry Information | Exhibition, hands-on experience, souvenir shop |
Collections Status | Approx. 3,000 household articles |
Reservations | Reservation should be made for groups of more than 5 people at least 1 week in advance. Inquiries: +82-2-736-3957 |