MMCA Seoul
The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art's Seoul branch, on the former Defense Security Command site east of Gyeongbokgung. The mecca of Korean contemporary art with both permanent collections and major rotating shows.
Hours and admission fees can change. Please confirm the latest info on the official site before visiting.
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- 1Permanent exhibitions free; special exhibitions ~4,000 KRW.
- 2Closed Mondays; late hours until 21:00 on Wed and Sat.
- 38-min walk from Anguk Station Exit 1.
- 4Pair with Gyeongbokgung and Samcheong-dong for a half-day.
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