
Located inside Gyeongbok Palace, the National Folk
Museum comprises three interconnected buildings. The three examples of traditional Korean
architecture on the roofs are some of the highest buildings on the palace grounds, and can be
easily seen from almost anywhere.Inside the museum are examples of the different periods of
Korean history, from pre-history through the Japanese occupation. In addition to actual relics,
replicas and paintings show various aspects of traditional life, including many ceremonies and
festivals. Jungang Hall, in the center of the three wings, is used to showcase various exhibitions
that change periodically.

Tours: A Volunteer's Your Guide for Visitors program has an English speaking guide available
for tours every Thursday and Saturday at the following times: 10:00-11:10, 11:30-12:30, 14:00-15:10,
and 15:40-16:50. Additionally, you can rent a tape recorded guided tour for W2,000.
Tapes are available in English, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean. near the entrance are several multimedia
kiosks giving a general background of the items found in the museum (in Korean, Japanese, and English).
(The CD used in the kiosks is available at the gift shop for W23,000.) A souvenir shop
offers a selection of traditional Korean handicrafts as well as a number of books about Korean history
and culture, some in English and Japanese. In the park immediately outside the museum are a number of
additional examples of Korean culture.
Hours:
Mar. ~ Apr. - 09:00 ~ 18:00, (enter by 17:00)
May ~ Aug. - Weekdays 09:00 ~ 18:00, Saturdays/Holidays 09:00 ~ 19:00 (enter by 18:00)
Sep. ~ Oct. - 09:00 ~ 18:00
Nov. ~ Feb. - 09:00 ~ 17:00 (enter by 16:00)
Closed: Every Tuesday, Jan. 1
Admission:
Adults (19 to 64 years old): 3,000 won (groups 2,400 won)
Youths (7 to 18 years old): 1,500 won (groups 1,200 won)
Directions: Subway line 3, Anguk Station, exit 1
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