- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
Incheon National Maritime Museum
The Incheon National Maritime Museum, near Wolmido, presents maritime exchange, shipping, ports and seafaring culture. General permanent exhibits are free without reservation, while the separate children's museum operates through timed advance booking.
- Address
- 294 Wolmi-ro, Jemulpo-gu, Incheon, South Korea
- Nearby transit
- From Incheon Station, plan a connecting bus towards Wolmido. Verify the current bus route, stop and return service through the museum's directions and live transit information; the museum is not immediately beside the station.
- Hours
- Permanent galleries Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30, free. Closed Mondays, Jan 1, Lunar New Year and Chuseok day; a Monday public holiday moves closure to the next weekday. Some temporary exhibitions charge. Children's gallery requires separate timed online booking; check live capacity and availability. Parking: KRW 600 for first 30 minutes, KRW 300 per additional 15 minutes, daily cap KRW 6,000; exit within 30 minutes free as listed. Reconfirm current rules.
The operator confirms main museum hours 10:00–18:00, last admission 17:30, with free general entry. Advance booking is needed for the separate children's museum, and parking fees apply beyond the initial grace period.
Why go
Explore how seafaring, ports and maritime exchange shaped society. Families should distinguish the walk-in main museum from the timed children's gallery. Some special exhibitions and parking may require separate payment.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.