Free to enter once you have paid into Gyeongbokgung Palace and is remarkable to see from the outside with its stunning pagoda.
I didn't stay too long inside as by the time I reached it the whole oslaceccomplex was due to close within an hour but I found it very enlightening and enjoyable. If it had been raining I would have spent longer and it would have been a great alternative to the palace.
Well worth a visit though.
I came across The National Folk Museum of Korea purely by accident while waiting for the MMCA to open. Just across the street free, I thought why not? It's an interesting introduction to how Korean daily life and worship have evolved over time. Well worth a visit.
Nice overview of Korean history. Lovely exhibits and objects to view. Highly interactive - including one exhibit about Korean astronomy and star mapping - including star magnitudes. Of course there was a bit of Korean dream analysis, too. Very interesting.
I came to this museum after visiting the nearby Gyeongbokgung Palace. It showcased the historical artifacts that were used in the daily lives of Korean people in the past, ie domestic, agricultural lifestyles and cultural beliefs. It has 3 permanent exhibitions and 2 special exhibitions. There is also a souvenir shop, toilet facilities and seats for resting. Admission is free.
the national folk museum is worth seeing if you are into these kinds of attractions. even so, its not very comprehensive.
