National Museum of Korea (solo trip)

It was one of those scorching summer days in Seoul—31 degrees and climbing, the kind of heat that makes the pavement shimmer and your clothes stick to your skin the moment you step outside. I needed a break, not just from the weather, but from the noise and bustle of the city. So I decided to take refuge somewhere cool—not just in temperature, but in spirit. That’s how I found myself walking thro...

Very neatly structured and spacious. There are a lot of exhibits and one could easily spend a few hours there. There are organized free tours conducted by volunteers in Korean and English. The guide introduced the top 10 highlights of the museum. Very educational and informative session. There is a cafe and a food court within the museum and a lot of seating spaces.

This is without a doubt one of the world's best national museums. The architecture is beautiful with the lake in the front and view above the city in the back. The museum itself is spotless, not sure we have ever been in a museum so clean. The organization and flow of the museum was incredibly well thought out. We stumbled into a free English tour that was great.

My wife and I visited on a Wednesday early afternoon, 6/11/2025, and it was perfect because the museum was not too crowded. We were able to linger at each exhibit and read all the captions to our content without feeling rushed. There were plenty of benches placed strategically to rest. There were filtered/chilled water stations on each floor with disposable sleeves to drink with. Or you can fi...

Amazing architecture blending with the surroundings perfectly. Great outside and indoor spaces. The design of every room is great and huge. Loved the videos and video mapping in some of the galleries. A blend of tech and tradition. There are robots roaming around ready to assist you and guide you through.