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National Maritime Museum (국립해양박물관)

Introduction

The National Maritime Museum is a comprehensive venue offering exhibitions on maritime culture, history, ocean life, science, and more. The exterior of the museum was designed to resemble a water droplet and is the third largest museum in Korea. The museum holds over 14,000 historic items and relics that have witnessed history and are relevant to the future of ocean life. These are on display in eight permanent exhibition halls, a special exhibition hall, and a children's exhibition hall. The museum also has a library, aquarium, grand auditorium, outdoor performance stage, and a 4D theatre for a multi-cultural experience.

Basic Information

Address 45 Haeyang-ro 301beon-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan (49111)
Phone +82-51-309-1900
Website www.knmm.or.kr
Last Updated 2023/01/10

Additional Information

Program Information Refer to the official website
Collections Status 26,000 items
Reservations Prior-reservation required for group visitors
Foreign Language Intepretation Services * Exhibition explanation available in English, Japanese, Chinese (only for foreign visitors). Prior-inquiry is required via phone.

* Audio guide in English, Japanese, Chinese available (150 devices)

- Identification card required for rental (Guardian’s identification card required for children)

- Rental fee: 1,000 won

- Rental and returning site: Information Desk (2F) (first-come first-served basis)

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