- First published
- Oct 14, 2026
National Children's Science Center
The National Children's Science Center, at 215 Changgyeonggung-ro in Seoul's Jongno-gu, offers hands-on children's science galleries, planetarium and astronomy experiences and separate learning programmes.
- Address
- 215 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 03072
- Nearby transit
- The facility is at 215 Changgyeonggung-ro. Check current public transport and the operator's directions for your route; a station-specific walking time was not verified.
- Hours
- Official hours 09:30–17:30, last admission 16:30; closed Mondays, January 1, Lunar New Year and Chuseok. Check booking and current prices separately for permanent galleries, planetarium and Light Playground. The April 2026 free trial is not current pricing. +82-2-3668-3350.
The operator lists 09:30–17:30 opening and last admission at 16:30, with closures on Mondays, January 1, Lunar New Year and Chuseok. A free Light Playground trial took place in April 2026 only; current free admission is not assumed.
Why go
Families can explore scientific principles through interactive displays. Permanent exhibitions, the planetarium and the Light Playground experience may have different fees and booking rules; check their individual booking pages.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.