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Seokjojeon
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Seokjojeon (Korean Empire History Museum)

Visit Seokjojeon in Seoul for Korean Empire history, European-style architecture, preserved interiors and guided tours in English.

Seokjojeon, at 99 Sejong-daero in Seoul, is a museum devoted to the history of the Korean Empire and its royal family. Its European-style architecture, carefully preserved interiors and balcony view give you plenty to look at alongside the history. The guided tours are a practical way to learn more, with English tours available at set times and small groups. To help protect the building, visitors remove their shoes and wear slippers provided by the museum.

Guided tours and the visit

Seokjojeon (Korean Empire History Museum)
Seokjojeon (Korean Empire History Museum)

Register at reception if you want to join a guided tour. Group sizes are limited, and English tours run at set times during the day, so check the schedule when planning your visit.

Visitors remove their shoes to help preserve the building and change into slippers supplied by the museum. You can bring a clean pair of your own if you would rather not use shared slippers.

FAQ

Are guided tours available in English?

Yes. English-language tours are offered at set times during the day. Register at reception, as places in each group are limited.

Is Seokjojeon open on Mondays?

No. The museum is closed on Mondays.

Do you need to remove your shoes inside Seokjojeon?

Yes. Visitors remove their shoes and wear slippers to help protect the building. You can bring clean slippers if you prefer not to use the shared pairs.

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