Gimhae Astronomical Observatory

An astronomy education centre atop Bunseongsan Mountain in Gimhae, distinguished by its egg-shaped observatory dome. VisitKorea connects its shape with the founding legend of King Suro of Gaya; actual sky observations depend on weather and programme schedules.

Before deciding to visit

The details below come from this page. They have not been checked separately as visit information.

Dates / opening window: VisitKorea lists reference hours of 14:00–22:00, last admission 30 minutes earlier, and closure on Mondays (next day if Monday is a holiday) and January 1. These hours have NOT been confirmed directly with the operator for late October 2026 because its site was unavailable during this check. Confirm current programme, booking requirements and fees before visiting.
Location: 254 Gaya Thema-gil, Eobang-dong, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea (경상남도 김해시 가야테마길 254)
Getting there / returning: The observatory is on a hill. The nearest transit stop, current bus connections and walking time have not been verified; check live routing and the operator's access information before departure.

Address: 254 Gaya Thema-gil, Eobang-dong, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea (경상남도 김해시 가야테마길 254)
Nearby transit: The observatory is on a hill. The nearest transit stop, current bus connections and walking time have not been verified; check live routing and the operator's access information before departure.
Hours: VisitKorea lists reference hours of 14:00–22:00, last admission 30 minutes earlier, and closure on Mondays (next day if Monday is a holiday) and January 1. These hours have NOT been confirmed directly with the operator for late October 2026 because its site was unavailable during this check. Confirm current programme, booking requirements and fees before visiting.

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한국관광공사 VISITKOREAGimhae Astronomical Observatory visitor guideRead about the egg-shaped dome, local Gaya legend and reference visiting information. Check live schedules before traveling.

Why it matters now

The Korea Tourism Organization's visitor description was reviewed on October 31, 2026. The operator's own website was not accessible during this check, so current sessions, prices, special closures and any recent hour changes remain unverified.

Why go

Discover astronomy and broad views over Gimhae while exploring how local Gaya stories are woven into the building's design. Confirm observation sessions and reservations before traveling.

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Getting thereThe observatory is on a hill. The nearest transit stop, current bus connections and walking time have not been verified; check live routing and the operator's access information before departure.Find directions on NAVER Map ↗254 Gaya Thema-gil, Eobang-dong, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea (경상남도 김해시 가야테마길 254)

Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →VisitKorea lists reference hours of 14:00–22:00, last admission 30 minutes earlier, and closure on Mondays (next day if Monday is a holiday) and January 1. These hours have NOT been confirmed directly with the operator for late October 2026 because its site was unavailable during this check. Confirm current programme, booking requirements and fees before visiting.

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