Join an experienced licensed guide for a 1.5-hour tour of the National Museum of Korea, featuring 10 masterpieces that represent key moments in the development of Korean art and culture. Admire highlights such as the majestic Ten-story Stone Pagoda, the dazzling gold crown and belt, serene Buddha statues, Goryeo celadon, white porcelain and the Pensive Bodhisattva. Rather than listing dates and facts, the tour focuses on the stories behind the artifacts and the emotions, beliefs and creativity of the people who made them. The tour is conducted in English with up to 9 people per group.

Discover the masterpieces of the National Museum of Korea
with a licensed guide

Explore the National Museum of Korea for 1.5 hours with an experienced licensed guide. More than a quick visit, this highlights tour carefully selects 10 masterpieces that represent key moments in the development of Korean art and culture and looks at them one by one. Your guide speaks English.

Admire the Ten-story Stone Pagoda and the gold crown and belt

Admire the majestic Ten-story Stone Pagoda and the dazzling golden crown and belt, and see serene Buddha statues that reflect centuries of spiritual devotion.

See Goryeo celadon, white porcelain and the Pensive Bodhisattva

Look at a bell with deep, resonant symbolism, the elegant beauty of Goryeo celadon and the refined simplicity of white porcelain. The iconic Pensive Bodhisattva, often called "the Thinker of the East", is also among the masterpieces on this tour.

Hear the stories behind the artifacts

Each piece carries layers of meaning shaped by Korean history, philosophy and daily life. Going beyond dates and facts, your guide talks about the emotions, beliefs and creativity of the people who created these artifacts. The tour ends at the Great Hall Cafe inside the museum.

※ The itinerary is for reference only and may change depending on local conditions.

• Please check your mobile voucher in your email or the WAUG app.
• Meet your guide on the stairs next to the entrance of the Permanent Exhibition Hall of the National Museum of Korea at your booked time.
• Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point :
Permanent Exhibition Hall Entrance, National Museum of Korea
2F, 137 Seobinggo-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Meeting point information:
Your guide will be waiting on the stairs next to the Permanent Exhibition Hall entrance, holding a "Seoul Jolly Tour" sign. The tour ends at the Great Hall Cafe.

Cancellation and refund

• Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund.

On-site information

• The guide speaks English.
• Groups are limited to 9 people.
• The tour ends at the Great Hall Cafe.
• This tour focuses on providing insights into culture and history rather than dates and facts.

Other

• Transportation to and from the museum, food and drinks are not included.