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Zaha Museum (자하미술관) 자하미술관

  • +82-2-395-3222
  • <a href="http://www.zahamuseum.com/" target="_blank" title="new window popup" class="web">www.zahamuseum.com</a><br>(Korean only)
46, Changuimun-ro 5ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Located in Buam-dong, Jongno-gu, Zaha Museum is the highest art gallery in Seoul. Reaching the museum involves a bit of an uphill walk, but the breathtaking scenery that includes Bugaksan and Inwangsan makes it worth the effort.

Opened on March 1, 2008, the two-storey museum exhibits experimental works of young artists. There are two exhibition halls and the small garden on the second floor has a great view of the mountains.

Utilization information

・Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 <br> (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) <br> • For more info: +82-2-395-3222

・Parking Facilities : Available (4 cars)

・Parking Fees : Free

・Closed : Every Monday<br> ※ Closed during preparation of an exhibition.

・Admission Fees : Free

・Operating Hours : 10:00-18:00<br> ※ Open until 20:00 the last Wednesday of every month.

・Structure Size : Total area: 430㎡<br> * Exhibition hall - 2 halls / 130.11㎡<br> * Office room - 2 rooms / 57.99㎡<br> * Storage room - 1 room / 44.4㎡<br> * Parking lot - 4 cars availble / 44.4㎡

・Duration : About 30 minutes

Collections Status

2D: 52 pieces, 3D: 11 pieces, calligraphy: 7 pieces (total: 70 pieces)

Program Information

Varies by exhibition (educational programs are available)

Info. Services for Koreans

Inquiries (Tel: +82-2-395-3222)

General Overview

Inquiries (Tel: +82-2-395-3222)

Access

Gyeongbokgung Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 3.
Walk straight for 70m and take Bus 7022, 7212, 1020.
Get off at Buam-dong Community Center Bus Stop.
With the community center on your left, keep walking and turn right at Yasaenghwa Cafe (wild flower cafe).
Walk for 40m along this street (past Beomhyesa Temple) to arrive at the museum.

46, Changuimun-ro 5ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul


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