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Mongchon Museum of History

몽촌역사관

+82-2-424-5138~9
seoul.go.kr

426, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 송파구 올림픽로 424 (방이동))

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Designated as one of reknowned histroric sites in capital of Seoul (Historic Site No. 297), the museum is located within Mongchontoseong Station (Seoul Subway Line 8), and it houses the best-known relics and remains from ancient Baekje culture. The highlight of its exhibition includes the discoveries from Hangang River as well as more of early kingdom's great heritages.

The Mongchon Museum of History displays artifacts from the excavations of the earthen fortifications as well as other artifacts of the Baekje Kingdom period, offering a glimpse into Baekje culture. A model of a Baekje dugout hut site reveals ancient dwelling patterns. Also, the facility displays perfectly preserved model of ancient houses, tombs, giving you the feel of traveling back to prehistoric ages. The museum serves as an educational institution for children and families, providing a wide assortment of cultural programs. However, visitors should note that some programs are limited as reservations are required for participation.

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Opening hours, closed days and other practical details.

Contact: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-424-5138
Parking: Parking is available at Olympic Park North Gate 2 (P4)
Parking fee: Fee will be charged
Closed: Every Monday, New Year's Day
Admission: Free of charge
Size: Total 1,663.2㎡ (504 pyeong)
Exhibition areas 745.8㎡ (226 pyeong)
Theater areas 42.9㎡ (13pyeong)
Museum Storage 99㎡ (30pyeong)
Management Office 775.5㎡ (235pyeong)

Updated 2021.06.09

Collections Status

Baekje historical remains excavated from Hangang River (approx. 244 items) on display.

Reservations

Group requires reservation in advance

Access

How to get here by subway or bus, with a map.

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[Subway]
Mongchontoseong Station (Seoul Subway Line 8), Exit 1.
Walk stright towards Bugimun (northern) Gate.

[Bus]
Take Bus No. 3220 and get off at Yoon's English Academy/Samsung SNS Bus Stop (윤선생영어교실앞/삼성SNS 정류장) or Bus No. 4318 then get off at Songpa/Jamsil Tax Office (송파/잠실세무서 정류장).
Then proceed to the gate walking for about 960m to arrive at the museum.

426, Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Traffic information

Subway Line 5 올림픽공원 - 860.8m
Subway Line 8 Gangdong-gu Office (강동구청) - 1004.3m
Subway Line 8 Mongchontoseong (World Peace Gate) (몽촌토성(평화의문)) - 1163.3m
Subway Line 5 Dunchondong (둔촌동) - 1243.6m
Subway Line 5 Bangi (방이) - 1451.3m
Subway Line 5 Gangdong (강동) - 1712.7m
Subway Line 2 Jamsillaru (잠실나루) - 1814.2m
Subway Line 8 천호 - 1843.5m
Subway Line 5 Cheonho (Pungnaptoseong) (천호(풍납토성)) - 1843.5m

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