The Best Museums in South Korea

The central hub for arts in Seoul, Seoul Arts Center provides the city with an expansive collection of contemporary art and design. Lying adj

Immerse yourself in the Korean traditions, cultural beliefs, and agricultural lifestyles at National Folk Museum of Korea. The museum showcas

A luxurious ancient palace within a metropolis, Deoksugung represents one of Seoul's five great Joseon dynasty palaces, and the only one comb

Discover South Korea’s traditions and culture at Korean Folk Village, a replica of a typical village and a living museum. Mingle with histori

Examine optical illusions and paintings in a conceptual exhibit space at Trickeye Museum Seoul. Opened in 2010, the modern museum houses work

One of Korea's leading art establishments, Leeum Samsung Museum of Art boasts an expansive collection of both contemporary and traditional ar

Learn about the history of the city at Gyeongju National Museum, largely dedicated to the time when Gyeongju served as the capital of the Sil

Admire the distinctive surroundings at Spirited Garden, an oasis boasting a wealth of bonsai plants, such as miniature trees and shrubs, desi

Admire a vast collection of everyone’s favorite stuffed animal at Teddy Bear Museum Jeju. Since 2001, the museum has been showcasing collecti