Destination briefing
Why travelers stop here
The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (Seoul) is a museum focusing on contemporary modern art. Following the Gwacheon branch opened in 1986 and the Deoksugung branch opened in 1998, the Seoul branch opened in 2013 on the site where Joseon Dynasty institutions such as Sogyeokseo, Jongchinbu, Gyujanggak, and Saganwon once stood. Incorporating the concept of a [courtyard], the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (Seoul) is designed as a space where anyone can enjoy and relax. The interior and exterior of the building are organically connected and harmonized with surrounding attractions. As a complex arts and culture center equipped with various facilities including exhibition halls, a digital information room, a multimedia hall, and a cinema, the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (Seoul) hosts exhibitions of Korean contemporary art and new media convergence exhibitions.
Address: 30 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Sogyeok-dong)
OTA-ready stop
Built into inbound routes and day-tour planning.
Local context
서울특별시 종로구 삼청로 30 (소격동)
Travel fit
Culture · Seoul






