Sokcho Museum (속초시립박물관·속초실향민문화촌)

The Sokcho Museum is a cultural experience center where visitors can learn about and experience Sokcho’s history, culture, and natural environment, covering from prehistoric times to modern times. It displays artifacts related to regional tradition and culture, the fishing village culture, and the culture of the displaced people who took refuge during the Korean War.

The museum is divided into four sections: Exhibition Hall 1, which introduces Sokcho’s natural environment and cultural characteristics; Exhibition Hall 2, displaying the aspects of a fishing village and life of the Korean War refugees; Exhibition Hall 3, which provides diverse cultural experiences for children; and the Balhae History Hall with materials and artifacts related to the ancient Balhae Kingdom. The museum also has a reproduction of Cheongho-dong Alley, where the Korean War refugees from North Korea settled adn lived, and Sokcho Station building that was demolished in 1978.

Introduction Information

Duration: Approx. 1 hr 30 min
Opening Hours: March–October: 09:00–18:00
November–February: 09:00–17:00
Fee: Individuals: Adults 2,000 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 700 won
Groups: Adults 1,500 won / Teenagers 1,000 won / Children 500 won

* Groups - 30 people or more * Free admission applies to preschoolers (ages 6 & under) and senior citizens (ages 65 & over)
* Free admission to all visitors on Children's Day (May 5)
Holiday: Mondays, January 1
Parking: Available (80 spaces)
Parkingfee: Free of charge
Inquiry/Information: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-33-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
For more info +82-33-639-2973