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The War Memorial of Korea

(전쟁기념관)
Museum and History Museum
남영동, 서울특별시
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    Simple Discoveries
    "... learning about the Korean War & Korea's earlier history as well."(7 Tips)
    Will K.
    "A great place to learn the Korean history."(3 Tips)
    Elena R.
    "Free admission."(3 Tips)
    HL R.
    "So many great military vehicles to climb in and on!"(3 Tips)
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  • Simple Discoveriesheart icon on user image
    Simple DiscoveriesApril 25, 2016
    This is a must-see when in Seoul. Very impressive & be sure to sign up for a complimentary English tour. You can easily spend 2-3 hours learning about the Korean War & Korea's earlier history as well.
  • Michael W.heart icon on user image
    Michael WalkerJanuary 11, 2016
    This is an amazing museum. It is really cool that it is free although I would recommend leaving a donation. The exhibits are well maintained and the staff is courteous. It was a great experience!
    Upvoted Feb 8
  • Ceilidh S.heart icon on user image
    Ceilidh SimpsonAugust 10, 2014
    Should be called The Korean Military History Museum! Outside are planes, tanks & artillery you can get up close to. Inside is a museum detailing various conflicts around the peninsula over the ages.
  • Wonik C.
    Wonik ChoiNovember 29, 2018
    WAR MEMORIAL MUSEUM: Don't miss this place if you want to see all things related to the Korean war and understand the history of a country remaining the only divided nation in the world.
  • Whan Woong K.heart icon on user image
    Whan Woong KimMarch 28, 2018
    A museum with detailed history of not only the Korean War but also from all the past dynasties. Very educational.
  • Wei Yen C.heart icon on user image
    Wei Yen ChungApril 9, 2018
    Free admission with nice collections! You can even see tanks and planes! There are various types of planes outside the museum!
  • Gregory K.heart icon on user image
    Gregory K.April 20, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Surprisingly a good museum. Well designed exhibits with multi language support. A lot short films integrated into multi medium formats... Projections. Pretty engaging
  • Sandra O.heart icon on user image
    Sandra OhMarch 21, 2015
    Great museum to go if u r around. Free of charge u will only be asked to give a donation. The outdoor museums is filled with tanks n planes ... There r also short films to watch along the tour.
  • Ree Nee K.
    Ree Nee KhawSeptember 13, 2012
    Absolutely love this place! Very interesting & informative, plus admission is free :) Take the subway to Samgakji St. Exit 12 & walk along the path for 5 mins.
  • Nick K.heart icon on user image
    Nick KFebruary 13, 2018
    If you’re interested in the history of Korean War and want to remember the tragedy of it, you definitely must visit this memorial.
  • Elise ❥.heart icon on user image
    Elise ❥April 21, 2016
    One of the best museums I've visited. Left me in tears as I walked through past stories of the brave soldiers and their families and the wars.
    Upvoted Jan 12
  • Anubhutie S.
    Anubhutie SinghMay 18, 2014
    Make sure you check out the museum first as that closes at 6:00 P.M. You can observe all the weapons and jets that are outside later on as there is no time restriction on them.
  • Maria Ellen L.
    The place is huge. The outdoors had all the modern and old military vehicles and planes including a B-52 bomber and then inside has various rooms explaing about the Korean history and the Korean war.
  • Will K.heart icon on user image
    Will KimNovember 6, 2014
    A great place to learn the Korean history. The place is huge and has a restaurant on the left hand side.
  • Pedro A.
    Pedro AguirreAugust 30, 2013
    Great museum and it is for free! plan more than half a day to visit since there are many exhibitions and interactive displays
  • Winnie Ka Ming
    Winnie Ka MingAugust 16, 2016
    Great museum! It gives you a very good overview of the Korean War. Spare at least 2-3 hours for this
  • Kimberly M.heart icon on user image
    Kimberly MajoyJune 13, 2017
    My kid loves to look at the airplanes and tanks outside! Theres also a little playground and a free childrens museum
  • Shane C.heart icon on user image
    Shane CrossFebruary 19, 2017
    Large range of Korean history from pre-historic to recent conflicts. A must visit if you are interested in history.
  • Cin D.
    Cin DeeMay 10, 2015
    Operating Hours 9:00 - 18:00. Closed Every Monday (If Monday is a holiday, it will be closed on the following day, instead).
  • Vicki W.heart icon on user image
    Vicki WuJune 14, 2018
    Loved this museum!! So much to see, easily can spend a day here. Do a tour, and ride the 4d and 3d rides!
  • HL R.
    HL RogersMay 9, 2021
    Make sure to visit the outdoor exhibit. So many great military vehicles to climb in and on!
  • Rebel M.heart icon on user image
    Rebel ManDecember 9, 2023
    Great place and this was my first time I saw a B52 in real life
  • Ryan L.heart icon on user image
    Ryan LawrenceApril 7, 2019
    A very humbling experience, and a reminder that the freedoms we enjoy today is paved in blood.
  • Seungsik K.
    Seungsik KimAugust 15, 2021
    You might wanna enjoy pop-up explanation triggered by bluetooth IOT with the museum application. -> http://cdn.kor-memorial.or.kr/appDownLoad_QR.html
  • Doug W.heart icon on user image
    Doug WSeptember 30, 2017
    One of the best done national military museums I’ve ever been too.
  • Jernejheart icon on user image
    JernejDecember 25, 2016
    Interesting museum about Korean War with some old and new military equipment displayed outside. No entrance fee.
  • M A.heart icon on user image
    M ALDossary ♏October 8, 2018
    Museum with a lot of information. Good to visit
  • Ayedh A.heart icon on user image
    Ayedh AlamriJune 4, 2017
    Great place for people who love history you can book a group tour
  • Shelly Z.heart icon on user image
    Shelly ZordichMarch 14, 2015
    The English tour is very informative and the guide can answer lots of questions.
  • marmelisms ®.heart icon on user image
    marmelisms ®January 15, 2020
    Half a day is not enough. Get the free guide--they offer a wealth of knowledge
  • Benjy W.
    Benjy WeinbergerMay 28, 2016
    Take exit 12 from Samgakji metro station, not the one Lonely Planet recommends.
  • Shannon L.heart icon on user image
    Shannon LoveApril 27, 2018
    Kids will love the outdoor exhibit of war time aircraft and machines.
  • Erik B.heart icon on user image
    Erik BrokJuly 18, 2017
    Dont miss the displayed tanks, aircraft and boats outside the museum.
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    korea photoDecember 9, 2013
    The grounds of the War Memorial of Korea were once the headquarters of the Korean Infantry. War Memorial: War History Exhibit, June 25th War Exhibit. Read more
  • Shannon L.heart icon on user image
    Shannon LoveApril 28, 2018
    Very pretty and peaceful pagoda garden outside the museum.
  • Mariana S.heart icon on user image
    Mariana Stuginski BarbosaSeptember 5, 2016
    Was expecting too much and ended up frustrated. It is more about guns and planes, ships and soldiers. Wanted to see some families histories and didn't find.
  • Anaïsheart icon on user image
    AnaïsFebruary 19, 2016
    Interesting, lots of history explanation and maps.
  • Anujheart icon on user image
    AnujJuly 8, 2014
    Must try 4D ride inside the war memorial for Incheon war lead by Douglas MacArthur...its nice 👍
  • Jonathan K.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan KramerAugust 9, 2014
    Very thorough museum. The grounds have retired airplanes and military vehicles that are worth checking out.
  • Dunja
    DunjaJanuary 3, 2017
    Cool place to visit!
  • Jessica C.heart icon on user image
    Jessica ChristiansenFebruary 20, 2017
    Beautiful museum. Exceeded my expectations.
  • Edson M.
    Edson MachadoMay 10, 2014
    Do you need to Know, beautiful place and rich history
  • Ching S.
    Ching SJuly 24, 2012
    A must visit for all war buffs!
  • Mark D.heart icon on user image
    Mark DavisMay 21, 2018
    Free admission
  • Miguelheart icon on user image
    MiguelSeptember 22, 2014
    Big open spaces, nice exhibitions
  • Martin L.heart icon on user image
    Martin LSeptember 2, 2016
    Everything!!!!
  • Mohamed N.heart icon on user image
    Mohamed Nader BahrApril 28, 2013
    A NFC capable device is recommended
  • Chan-ick J.
    Chan-ick JeongDecember 23, 2014
    Tuesday DEC 23th 2014 at YongSan, Seoul Korea
  • SJheart icon on user image
    SJMay 14, 2016
    Awesome place to visit
  • Elena R.heart icon on user image
    Elena RaevskayaNovember 18, 2014
    Free admission. Cinema break -11:30 - 13:00
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