- Address: 45 Haeyang-ro 301beon-gil, Dongsam 1 (il) -dong, Yeongdo-gu, Busan, South Korea
- Phone: +82 51-309-1900
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 to 18:00
Busan is the second largest in the list of the largest cities in South Korea . Here is the main port of the country. Attractions in this city abound, but a very symbolic act will be visiting first of all the National Maritime Museum of the Republic of Korea.
What is interesting for a marine museum for a tourist?
The beginning of its construction was in 2009, and already in 2012 the doors of the museum were greeted with enthusiasm by the visitors eager for knowledge. The building itself has a quaint drop shape, and lures even its appearance. The total area of the museum is about 45 thousand square meters. m, and directly the building occupies about 25 thousand square meters. m.
The exposition of the museum promotes one simple idea - in the sea our future. There are collections that have relations with almost all industries, somehow affecting the marine theme. The visitor is given the opportunity to learn about marine history and outstanding personalities in this area, about the culture and inhabitants of the sea, about the devices of ships and about marine science in general.
In total, the museum has over 14 thousand exhibits, which are presented in 8 different rooms according to the theme. In addition, temporary exhibitions are held here. The structure of the National Maritime Museum also includes:
- children's cognitive nook;
- library;
- large aquarium;
- concert hall;
- 4D-movie theater.
Tourist infrastructure
The National Maritime Museum of the Republic of Korea is equipped with everything necessary for the convenience of its visitors. In the adjoining territory there is a parking lot for 305 parking spaces. Twice a day there are organized guided tours in the Korean language, to which you must first sign up. There is an opportunity to rent an audio guide that broadcasts in three languages: English, Japanese and Chinese. The most pleasant moment in visiting the Maritime Museum is a free entrance for all categories of people.
How to get to the National Maritime Museum?
From the station "Busan" to the museum there is a bus shuttle. In addition, you can take a taxi.