- First published
- Oct 26, 2026
Children's Museum, National Folk Museum of Korea
A dedicated hands-on folk-culture museum for children within the National Folk Museum of Korea in Jongno, Seoul. Unlike the main museum, admission to the children's museum requires an online reservation for a timed session.
- Address
- 37 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Children's Museum at the National Folk Museum of Korea
- Nearby transit
- About a 15-minute walk from Exit 1 of Anguk Station (Line 3) to the National Folk Museum's main gate. The museum also lists Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 5 and Gwanghwamun Station Exit 2.
- Hours
- Open 09:30–16:50 in five timed sessions starting at 09:30, 11:00, 12:30, 14:00 and 15:30. Admission is free; online booking is limited to one visit per person per day. Closed on January 1 and the days of Seollal and Chuseok. Schedules and availability can change.
As listed on the official website in October 2026, 'My Friend Goblin' is scheduled through May 14, 2028, and 'Twinkle, Twinkle! A Starry Night' through May 16, 2027. Check the booking calendar and notices before visiting.
Why go
Families can explore Korean folk culture through child-friendly interactive exhibitions about goblins and the night sky. The museum currently lists 'My Friend Goblin' and 'Twinkle, Twinkle! A Starry Night'.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.