Gwacheon National Science Museum (국립과천과학관)

As a landmark facility representing Korea’s advanced science and technology capabilities, Gwacheon National Science Museum strives to encourage young visitors to become interested in science and shares with the public scientific principles that govern daily life. The museum has permanent exhibition halls, special exhibition halls, a planetarium, outdoor exhibitions, and more. Over 50% of the exhibition items on display are interactive, allowing visitors to jump in and experience science first-hand using their minds and their imagination.

Introduction Information

Opening Hours: 09:30-17:30 (Ticket sales close at 16:30)
Fee: Adults 4,000 won / Teenagers & Children 2,000 won
* Free admission for senior citizens and preschoolers
Holiday: Mondays, January 1, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thankgiving Day)
* If Monday is a public holiday, museum is closed on the following working day.
Parking: Available
Inquiry/Information: +82-2-3677-1500

Program Information: Insectarium - Eco insect diorama-making, Invitation to Winter Trees, Hey Nature, Let’s Play!, information on insect ecosystem education programs, Beetles on the Table
Interactive exhibition - VR theater, Robo-Q (Earthquake Experience), Space Journey 4D Theaters, Time Machine