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Oct 11, 2026

Seoul Museum of History

A civic history museum at 55 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, useful for understanding how Seoul grew and changed. The free 'Grand Panorama of Seoul Urban Planning' exhibition runs in Special Exhibition Hall A through November 8, 2026. It also makes an indoor anchor for a Gwanghwamun–Gyeonghuigung walk. Specific guided tours and language support are not confirmed.

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Why it matters now

For September 15–November 30, 2026, official tourism guidance lists Tue/Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun 09:00–21:00, Thu 09:00–18:00, Monday closed except holidays. On October 10–11 the city-planning exhibition is on view. Check last admission, temporary changes and individual programme availability.

Why go

About 550 m from Gwanghwamun Station Exit 7 according to the official tourism listing. See Seoul's history and urban planning without relying on outdoor weather.

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Plan the visit

Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.

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Getting there지하철 5호선 광화문역 7번 출구에서 도보 약 550m(서울관광재단 안내)Find directions on NAVER Map ↗서울특별시 종로구 새문안로 55
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →2026.9.15~11.30 서울관광재단 안내: 화·수·금·토·일 09:00~21:00, 목 09:00~18:00, 공휴일을 제외한 월요일 휴관. 일반 전시 무료. 기획전 프로그램별 별도 시간·마지막 입장과 당일 운영 변경은 박물관 공지 확인.
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