Gugak Museum

FAQ about Gugak Museum

• Does Gugak Museum have hands-on spaces to enjoy with children?

  Yes. At the 2nd floor Experience Room and Instrument Room, as well as the outdoor experience area, you can see and touch a variety of traditional Korean instruments and enjoy folk games and samulnori.
• Can I get a children's worksheet or media guide at Gugak Museum?

  Yes. You can ask for and use the children's worksheet and media guide at the 1st floor information desk.
• What time does the immersive video experience Jinyeon start at Gugak Museum?

  The video experience Jinyeon starts every hour on the half hour from 10:30. Operating hours are 10:00 to 18:00, so you can visit according to your preferred screening time.
• Does the exhibition docent program at Gugak Museum require a reservation?

  Yes. The Saturday exhibition docent program can be joined after making a reservation. Reservations for the following month open on the first day of each month.
• Can I visit Gugak Museum without a reservation?

  Yes. Individual visits are available without advance reservation. However, programs that require separate booking, such as the exhibition docent program, must be applied for through the website.
• What are the operating hours and last admission time for Gugak Museum?

  Gugak Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 18:00. Last admission is 17:30, and it is regularly closed on Mondays.
• Is there an admission fee for Gugak Museum?

  No. Gugak Museum is free to visit, making it a comfortable choice for a family outing.
• Is there a nursing room at Gugak Museum?

  Yes. The nursing room is located in the Infant Nuri Room of Yeakdang at the National Gugak Center on the 2nd floor.
• Is Gugak Museum convenient to visit with a stroller?

  Yes. There is no step at the main entrance, and there is an elevator, so it is relatively convenient to move around with a stroller. However, there is no stroller rental service.
• Is parking available at Gugak Museum?

  Yes. You can use the parking lot inside the National Gugak Center. However, parking spaces may be limited, so it is best to allow extra time on busy days.