- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
Namwon Aerospace Observatory
Namwon Aviation and Space Observatory is a public science venue in Namwon that introduces telescopes, digital astronomy displays and aviation-related exhibits. The national science-museum directory lists winter hours (November–March) as 10:00–21:00, with last admission at 20:00. Actual sky viewing and activities depend on conditions and should be checked.
- Address
- 48-63 Yangnim-gil, Namwon-si, Jeonbuk State, Republic of Korea
- Nearby transit
- The checked official science-museum listing does not verify a specific public-transit stop or journey time. Search the Korean place name '남원항공우주천문대' in a map service and confirm transport locally.
- Hours
- National science-museum guide: Apr–Oct 10:00–22:00 (last entry 21:00); Nov–Mar 10:00–21:00 (last entry 20:00). A 12:00–13:00 lunch period is listed; confirm service availability. Closures listed: Mondays, day after a designated public holiday, 1 Jan, Seollal and Chuseok. Individual admission adults KRW 4,000, teens KRW 3,000, children KRW 2,000; concessions vary. Actual telescope sessions and weather restrictions require checking.
Winter hours begin in November: 10:00–21:00, last entry 20:00. Do not rely on the April–October 22:00 closing time. The directory also lists Monday and post-public-holiday closures; check any special notices.
Why go
Combine an introduction to aviation with astronomy exhibits. If hoping for evening telescope viewing, confirm the specific session and weather separately from the museum's general opening hours; open galleries do not guarantee clear-sky observation.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.