- First published
- Oct 11, 2026
Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum — Main Building and Annex
Two historic museum buildings in Busan's Daecheong-dong: the former Bank of Korea Busan branch (112 Daecheong-ro) and a separate annex (104). Explore the city's port opening, Korean War refugee-capital years and industrialization, with the outdoor 40 Steps street nearby. The 40 Steps Culture Center (49 Donggwang-gil) is yet another venue.
Annex exterior photographed in September 2024.
Boubloub / Wikimedia CommonsSources & further readingOctober 2026 regular museum hours: Tue–Sun 09:00–18:00 (last entry 17:00), usually closed Monday and Jan 1 with holiday exceptions. The October guided-tour notice lists Tue–Thu 10:30 and 14:00; Fri–Sat 10:30; Sun 14:00, subject to changes. The Oct 9–10 Gwangbok Record Fair in the annex has separate 12:00–21:00 event hours, not normal exhibition opening. The outdoor 40 Steps is not the fair venue.
Why go
About seven minutes' walk from Jungang Station exit 5 or 12 minutes from Nampo Station exit 1. Visit the main museum and annex, then add the 40 Steps heritage street and its refugee-life sculptures for context; the museum and 40 Steps are distinct stops. Nampo markets and Bosu book alley can extend the walk, but steps and slopes prevent a fully step-free circuit. Check advance reservation for the children's experience room.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.