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Oct 11, 2026

Seoul Science Center

A hands-on municipal science museum in Nowon-gu, Seoul, with interactive permanent exhibition halls. Current operator guidance lists 09:30–17:30 and free general admission; exhibitions, labs and courses may charge separately. Closed Mondays (Tuesday instead if Monday is a public holiday), January 1, Lunar New Year's Day and Chuseok Day. Address: 160 Hangeulbiseok-ro, Nowon-gu. This is distinct from other science museums in Korea.

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Why it matters now

Family science laboratory classes begin on selected Sundays from October 18, 2026. On Oct 18, sessions are listed for 10:00–11:40 (cells) and 14:00–15:40 (making aspirin), each KRW 10,000 per person, for adult guardians and children at least in grade 4, with a minimum two-person application. This does not mean seats are currently available; check the official booking page, language and access needs.

Why go

A family-friendly indoor science outing or rainy-day option. From Hagye Station (Line 7) Exit 3, the official directions give a roughly 1.2 km walk. Alternatively take local bus 1141 at Hagye Miseong Apartment stop to Samik Seonggyeong Apartment Rear Gate. Parking is limited. Reserve paid teaching sessions separately and check age requirements.

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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 7호선 하계역 3번 출구에서 도보 약 1.2km(서울시립과학관 공식 안내). 버스 대안: 하계미성아파트 정류장 1141번 → 삼익선경아파트 후문 정류장.Find directions on NAVER Map ↗서울특별시 노원구 한글비석로 160
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →09:30~17:30. 매주 월요일 휴관(월요일이 공휴일이면 화요일 휴관); 1월 1일·설날 당일·추석 당일도 휴관. 상설전시 일반 관람 무료, 일부 기획전시·체험·교육은 유료이며 예약 조건이 별도임.
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