An insect museum where you can even touch larvae yourself
Popular to boys from 24 to 48 months
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Yangpyeong Environmental Office, 1496, Gyeonggang-ro, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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Facilities
Diaper changing table, Parking, Reservation
Reservation
Both advance reservations and same-day visits are available - phone
Open/Closes
Mon 09:30 ~ 18:00 Tue 09:30 ~ 18:00 Wed 09:30 ~ 18:00 Thu 09:30 ~ 18:00 Fri 09:30 ~ 18:00 Sat 09:30 ~ 18:00 Sun 09:30 ~ 18:00
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Popular Ages of Yangpyeong Insect Museum
Yangpyeong Insect Museum is
popular to from 24 to 48 months boys
under 12 months | |
from 12 to 24 months | |
from 24 to 48 months | |
over 48 months |
boys
72%
girls
28%
Prices & Programs of Yangpyeong Insect Museum
- [Fees]
- General - 3,000 won
- Children / Youth / Soldiers - 2,000 won
- Last admission - 17:00
- Break time - 12:00~13:00
- Winter season (November~February) - 09:30~17:00
Parenting Tips for Yangpyeong Insect Museum
- You can touch rhinoceros beetle larvae and flower beetle larvae.
- The parking lot is spacious, so you can park comfortably, and it is free.
- A diaper changing station is installed in the accessible restroom on the 2nd floor.
- Children are given stickers for collecting insect stamps, and if they bring back the paper with insects drawn on it after coloring it, a badge will be made for them.
- There are many kinds of insect specimens.
- It is not very large, so it is a good place to look around lightly with a child.
- You can watch insect videos in the video room every 20 minutes (repeated screenings every 20 minutes - 00, 20, 40)
Yangpyeong Insect Museum
This is a hands-on museum that is great for a light visit with kids who love insects. You can see a variety of insect specimens, and the chance to touch rhinoceros beetle larvae and flower beetle larvae in person is especially memorable. It is not very large, so it is easy to look around without feeling overwhelmed, even with young children.
Experience highlights kids will love
- Touching larvae
- An insect stamp activity for kids
- A coloring activity where their insect drawing is turned into a badge
- Insect videos in the screening room every 20 minutes
Visitor information parents may want to know
- Last admission is 17:00, and there is a break time from 12:00 to 13:00.
- The parking lot is spacious and free, so visiting by car is convenient.
Kid-friendly facilities
- Diaper changing table available
- Parking available
- Reservations available
- No high chair
- No nursing room
- No stroller rental
- There is no separate large kids zone, but the hands-on elements help keep kids from getting bored.
"If your child is curious about insects, this is a nice spot for a short but rewarding outing."
FAQ about Yangpyeong Insect Museum
Does Yangpyeong Insect Museum have hands-on activities for kids?
Yes. Kids can touch rhinoceros beetle larvae and flower beetle larvae themselves, and they can also enjoy the insect stamp activity and the coloring activity that turns their artwork into a badge.What age is Yangpyeong Insect Museum good for?
It is a nice place for a casual visit with children from preschool age, when curiosity about insects starts to grow, through elementary school age. Since the museum is not very large, it is also easy to visit with younger children.Does Yangpyeong Insect Museum have a diaper changing table?
Yes. A diaper changing table is installed in the accessible restroom on the second floor.Does Yangpyeong Insect Museum have a nursing room or stroller rental?
There is no nursing room or stroller rental. Please also note that there is no high chair, so it is best to plan ahead before your visit.What are the operating hours and last admission time for Yangpyeong Insect Museum?
Regular hours are 09:30 to 18:00 every day, and last admission is at 17:00. During the winter season, from November to February, it operates from 09:30 to 17:00.Is there a time when admission or viewing is restricted at Yangpyeong Insect Museum?
Yes. From 12:00 to 13:00, there is a break time and viewing is not available. If you visit outside that time, your trip will be more comfortable.How much is admission to Yangpyeong Insect Museum?
General admission is 3,000 won, and admission for children, students, teenagers, and military personnel is 2,000 won. Based on web research, children age 6 and under can enter free with supporting documents.Is there parking at Yangpyeong Insect Museum?
Yes. The parking lot is spacious and free, so it is convenient to visit by car.Is Yangpyeong Insect Museum easy to reach by public transportation or with a stroller?
It is about a 12 to 15 minute walk from Asin Station on the Gyeongui Jungang Line. Based on web research, there is an elevator and gently sloped access inside the building, so getting around with a stroller is generally manageable.
Yangpyeong Insect Museum Address
Address: Yangpyeong Environmental Office, 1496, Gyeonggang-ro, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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How to make a reservation for Yangpyeong Insect Museum?
Both advance reservations and same-day visits are available - phone