- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
Jinju Pterosaur Footprint Museum
A museum introducing the pterosaur, bird and dinosaur footprint tracksite in Chungmugong-dong, Jinju. The Korea Heritage Service lists the site as a Natural Monument of scientific importance for Cretaceous ecology. Under the city ordinance, November–February hours are 10:00–17:00, with ticket sales ending 30 minutes before closing; temporary changes should be checked.
- Address
- 22 Yeongcheongang-ro 68beon-gil, Chungmugong-dong, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea (진주익룡발자국전시관)
- Hours
- Ordinance schedule: Mar 1–Oct 31 09:00–18:00; Nov 1–end of Feb 10:00–17:00. Ticket sales end 30 minutes before closing. Usually closed Mondays, Jan 1, Lunar New Year and Chuseok, with holiday/management exceptions. Confirm actual opening and admission fees before travel.
The visitor guide highlights the winter schedule beginning November 1. Availability of individual exhibits and programs has not been confirmed; this is not an announcement of a new event.
Why go
Explore fossil traces of pterosaurs, birds and dinosaurs together, and learn how tracks reveal movement and Cretaceous ecosystems. The Korea Heritage Service records its 2011 designation and 2021 official renaming.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.