National Yeosu Marine Meteorological Science Museum

National Yeosu Marine Meteorological Science Museum

About the place

Located at 61-9 Odongdo-ro, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do, the National Yeosu Marine Meteorological Science Museum is a place where you and your kids can enjoy fun and educational science experiences themed around the ocean, weather, and climate change. It features a total of 4 exhibition halls, the Weather Play Experience Hall, Marine Weather Phenomena Hall, Marine Meteorological Observation Hall, and Marine Climate Change Hall, along with a Media Art Hall. There are also lockers on the first floor where you can store your belongings.

Main exhibitions and experience spaces

• Weather Play Experience Hall (1st floor): Your kids can learn about the basic elements of weather, such as wind, sun, and water, through a variety of hands-on exhibits and play activities.
• Marine Weather Phenomena Hall (2nd floor): You can vividly experience marine weather phenomena such as typhoons, tidal waves, waves, and tornadoes.
• Marine Meteorological Observation Hall: You can learn about various measuring devices used to observe weather at sea and the principles behind them.
• Marine Climate Change Hall: This space offers exhibits and interactive experiences focused on changing oceans, climate, and the future environment.
• Media Art Hall: You can sit back and relax while listening to the sound of pouring rain, and your kids can also try a live sketch experience by coloring sea animal drawings and displaying them on a screen.

What makes it great for kids and visitor tips

• Since it is an indoor exhibition space, you can visit comfortably even on rainy days.
• There is a lot to see and do, so we recommend planning plenty of time for your visit.
• Admission tickets are issued at the kiosk inside the entrance, and visitors eligible for free admission should receive their ticket at the information desk.
• Admission tickets do not require advance booking, but all guided tours and hands-on education programs for elementary school students and older require advance reservation. Program details change irregularly, so checking the website in advance is recommended.

Amenities

Available amenities

• Nursing room
• Diaper changing station
• Parking (There is no dedicated parking lot, so please use nearby public parking lots such as Dongbaek Public Parking Lot and Sujeong Elevated Roadside Public Parking Lot)
• Reservation
• Lockers

Unavailable amenities

• Baby chair
• Stroller rental

Fees and programs

Fees

• Adults: 3,000 won
• Teenagers and children: 1,500 won
• Infants and preschoolers under age 7: Free

Programs

• Guided exhibition tour, elementary school students and older: Daily except Mondays, 10:30 / 12:30 / 14:30 / 16:30
• Hands-on education for lower elementary grades: Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30
• Hands-on education for upper elementary grades: Saturdays and Sundays, 13:30

Visitor information

• Hours: Every Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 17:30, last ticketing at 17:00
• Closed: Every Monday, January 1, Lunar New Year, and Chuseok

Nearby attractions

• Aqua Planet Yeosu
• Haeoreum Exhibition Hall Insect Museum

Recommended for these families

• Families with kids who are interested in the ocean, weather, and climate change
• Families with children looking for science experiences and safety education
• Families traveling in Yeosu who want meaningful and varied indoor activities