The Story of King Sejong (세종이야기)

The Story of King Sejong comprises six different sections with a total area of 3,200 square meters. The museum consists of exhibition zones, an event space, video room, shop and more to display King Sejong’s scientific, artistic, military, and political contributions, including the theory of Minbon, which recognized the people as the base of politics. King Sejong, the 4th king of the Joseon dynasty (1397-1450, reigning from 1418-1450) was responsible for some of the most brilliant achievements in the history of Korea, including the creation of Hangeul (Korean alphabet) and great advancements in the areas of science, culture, art and politics.

Scale

2,522 ㎡  

Opening Hours

[Permanent Exhibition] 10:00-18:30 (* Last admission 30 minute before closing.)  

Fee

Free  

Holiday

Mondays (closed the following business day if Monday is a public holiday)  

Parking

Park at the A section of Sejong-ro parking lot (B2F).  

Parkingfee

430 won for every 5 min  

Inquiry/Information

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-399-1000,
+82-2-399-1177  

Program Information

[3D video room]
- Free program
- Operating hours: 10:30-19:00
- Every hour on 20 and 40 min / running time: 8-15 min - Seating is available in order of arrival.
- Maximum number: 32 people

[Permanent programs]
- Permanent program of The Story of King Sejong
Operates from 11:00
- Writing ones name in Korean (foreigner’s program)

Reservations

Exhibition Explanation Tour & Group visitors: Online reservation

Foreign Language Intepretation Services

Free rental of MP3 (English, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish)

Interpretation service (English, Chinese, Japanese) provided by volunteers.

* Availability may vary according to schedule of volunteers.