Gyeongju National Museum

Gyeongju National Museum is steeped in tradition. Representing Gyeongju, which was the capital city of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC - AD 935), the museum is where you can view the cultural history of Gyeongju district. Exhibitions are divided into 4 large areas: the Main hall, Annex I, Annex II, and the Outdoor Exhibit Area (Museum Grounds).

In the Main Hall you can see earthenware, with various artworks and craftworks in the Arts and Crafts room. Gukeun Memorial Hall exhibits over 600 artifacts, which were the personal collection of Dr. Lee Yang-Seon, donated to the museum for preservation. Artifacts from the great tombs of the city of Gyeongju are displayed in the Gobun Gallery in Annex I. There are many glittering accessories, such as golden crowns and ornaments, belts, earrings, etc. You will be introduced to the superb artistry of the Silla Period through these artifacts.

Approximately 30,000 artifacts have been excavated from Wolji Pond, the most significant of which are exhibited in the Wonji Gallery in Annex 2. Other galleries in Annex 2 exhibit household goods. These various types of items show many aspects of life in the Royal Court during the Silla Period. After the galleries, you can move on to the Outdoor Exhibit Area, in the Museum Grounds. King Seongdeok’s Bell, located here, is the most renowned of all Buddhist temple bells. You cannot help but feel solemn as you gaze upon the relic. There is also a variety of artifacts from royal palaces and temples exhibited throughout the grounds. Buddhist sculptures make up the majority of the stone artifacts. If you are a traveler interested in Buddhism or the magnificent culture of royal palaces, this is a place you do not want to miss.

100,000 artifacts in possession, with 3,000 on display.

Preservation of historical remains, excavations, discovering and researching cultural items, executing preservation treatment, holding cultural displays and exhibitions, and more.

* Permanent event
① Playing recorded sound of King Seongdeok's Divine Bell ringing (every hour)
② Showcasing cultural movies (every hour and half hour)
- Shilla, the earl of a thousand years (Art Hall)
- Country of a thousand years, Shilla (Archeological Hall)

Advanced reservation is required for groups of 30 or more students.

[Docent tour available for Koreans]
* Offered to first 30 people only.
* Availability and time are subject to change. Check the details with the museum before visit.
* Inquiries: +82-54-740-7538

[Museum tour on Saturdays]
* Period: March-November / Saturdays 13:30 (duration 60 min.)
* Eligibility: Visitors with foreign nationality (for groups of 15 people or more, make advanced reservation via phone)
* Departure: The tour starts from the main gate of Gyeongju National Museum.
* Inquiries: Gyeongju National Museum Admin Office +82-54-740-7536