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Oct 14, 2026

Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music

The Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music, an annex of the Seoul Museum of History, introduces Korean folk songs and the sounds of traditional daily life through exhibitions and listening experiences. It is at 96 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul. Admission is free; opening Tue–Sun 09:00–18:00, last entry 17:30, closed Mondays and January 1.

Address
96 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 종로구 율곡로 96)
Nearby transit
About five minutes' walk from Anguk Station, Line 3, Exit 4; or eight minutes from Jongno 3-ga Station, Lines 1/3/5, Exit 6. There is no museum parking; public transport is recommended.
Hours
Tuesday–Sunday 09:00–18:00; last admission 17:30; closed Mondays and January 1. Free admission. Confirm temporary closures and special programs before leaving. Tel. 02-742-2600.
Open NAVER Map Official info
Large Korean and English lettering for the Seoul Museum of Korean Folk Music in front of tiled-roof buildings.
Why it matters now

On October 29, 2026, the operator's annex detail was checked for visitor hours, free entry, location and directions. An outdated source URL pointing to Dongdaemun Museum has been corrected to the official folk-music museum page.

Why go

Discover Korea's everyday music and oral sound traditions through exhibitions and listening. Its location makes it easy to combine with walking around Bukchon and Changdeokgung; check separately for limited-time programs.

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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 thereAbout five minutes' walk from Anguk Station, Line 3, Exit 4; or eight minutes from Jongno 3-ga Station, Lines 1/3/5, Exit 6. There is no museum parking; public transport is recommended.Find directions on NAVER Map ↗96 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 종로구 율곡로 96)
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →Tuesday–Sunday 09:00–18:00; last admission 17:30; closed Mondays and January 1. Free admission. Confirm temporary closures and special programs before leaving. Tel. 02-742-2600.
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