The charm of Korean sounds that you can know by seeing, hearing, and tapping
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96 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music
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Visit on the day and on-site registration (reservation not possible)
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Mon Regular closing Tue 09:00 ~ 18:00 Wed 09:00 ~ 18:00 Thu 09:00 ~ 18:00 Fri 09:00 ~ 18:00 Sat 09:00 ~ 19:00 Sun 09:00 ~ 18:00
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Popular Ages of Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music
Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music is
popular to over 48 months girls
under 12 months | |
from 12 to 24 months | |
from 24 to 48 months | |
over 48 months |
boys
41%
girls
59%
Prices & Programs of Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music
- [Fees]
- Entrance Fee - Free
Parenting Tips for Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music
- You can enjoy free self-guided tours.
- No dedicated parking lot, so you need to use nearby paid parking lots.
- It's across from Changdeokgung Palace, so visiting both together is recommended.
- There's a pretty small library with traditional Korean-style windows. It has children's books related to Korean sounds and traditions, and English books too, allowing you to sit at tables and enjoy Korean folk songs.
- The underground exhibition space offers many hands-on experiences. You can listen to Korean sounds from everyday life, farming, sailing, and funerals, among others. It's designed for children to open drawers or touch screens to explore interactively.
- There's an OX quiz, song puzzles, and a corner to play Korean rhythms yourself.
- On Museum's first-floor wooden verandah, there's a program to appreciate Korean instrument performances.
- Children visitors can receive an activity kit if they subscribe to the YouTube channel.
Seoul Woorisori Museum
Seoul Woorisori Museum is a hands-on museum where you can see, listen, and even try playing sounds yourself to get familiar with traditional Korean sounds. It is a great place to stop by for free, and one of its biggest charms is that kids can touch the exhibits, join in, and enjoy the visit in an engaging way.
Hands-on exhibits that are great to enjoy with kids
In the basement exhibition space, there are areas where you can listen to traditional sounds from many moments of life, such as daily life, farming, boating work, and funerals.
- Exhibits where you open drawers and listen to sounds
- Interactive experiences where you participate by touching screens
- OX quiz, song puzzles, and rhythm performance corners
A nice space to take a break
In the small library with beautiful hanok windows, you can take a short break while reading children's books about traditional Korean sounds and culture or listening to folk songs. On the first floor numaru, there is also a program where you can enjoy performances of traditional Korean instruments.
Things to know when visiting with kids
- Nursing room available
- No stroller rental
- No diaper changing station
- No parking lot, so you will need to use a nearby paid parking lot
- Free admission with self-guided visits available
"It is also a great place to visit together with Changdeokgung Palace for a fuller day out."
FAQ about Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music
What kind of experiences can kids have at Seoul Woorisori Museum?
In the basement exhibition space, you can enjoy experiences such as opening drawers to hear sounds, touching screens to participate, OX quizzes, song puzzles, and rhythm performance corners. There are many exhibits where kids can see, listen, and take part directly, which makes the visit especially engaging for them.Does Seoul Woorisori Museum have a children's play area or kids zone?
A separate kids zone has not been confirmed. Instead, the museum offers a variety of hands-on exhibits throughout the space that children can actively take part in.Does Seoul Woorisori Museum have a nursing room?
Yes, there is a nursing room available for families visiting with infants and toddlers. Its location has been confirmed as basement level 1.Is Seoul Woorisori Museum convenient to visit with a stroller?
The main entrance does not have a large step, and there is also an elevator, so getting around with a stroller is generally possible. However, information about stroller rental is inconsistent, so it is best to check with the venue in advance before visiting.What are the opening hours and closed days for Seoul Woorisori Museum?
It is open from Tuesday to Sunday. From Tuesday to Friday and on Sunday, it is open from 09:00 to 18:00, and on Saturday, it is open from 09:00 to 19:00. It is regularly closed every Monday.How much is admission to Seoul Woorisori Museum?
Admission is free. You can explore on your own without a separate reservation.Where is the parking lot for Seoul Woorisori Museum?
There is no dedicated parking lot. If you are coming by car, you will need to use a nearby paid parking lot.How do I get to Seoul Woorisori Museum by public transportation?
By subway, it is about a 5 minute walk from Exit 4 of Anguk Station on Line 3, and about an 8 minute walk from Exit 6 of Jongno 3 ga Station on Lines 1, 3, and 5. By bus, it is close if you get off at the Changdeokgung stop.Is there a place at Seoul Woorisori Museum where families can take a short break?
Yes, there is a small library with beautiful hanok windows where you can relax while looking at children's books or listening to folk songs. On the first floor numaru, there is also a program for enjoying performances of traditional Korean instruments.
Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music Address
Address: 96 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music
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How to make a reservation for Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music?
Visit on the day and on-site registration (reservation not possible)