Ancient Treasures and Hidden Stories National Museum of Korea
Description
1. A Story, Not a History Lesson "Stop memorizing dates! I turn dry history into exciting stories. You’ll learn the 'why' and 'how' behind the treasures, making the 5,000-year journey feel like a movie." 2. See More in Less Time The National Museum is massive. Don’t waste your energy getting lost. I’ve designed the perfect 2-hour route to ensure you see all the 'must-see' masterpieces without the tired legs." 3. Crystal Clear Communication No more struggling to hear in a crowded museum. With my professional wireless audio headsets, you can enjoy my stories clearly while taking photos at your own pace." 4. The Best Photo Spots I know the secret spots where you can get the best views of the museum’s architecture and even the N Seoul Tower. I’ll help you take 'Instagram-worthy' photos to remember your trip.
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Itinerary
1st Floor - Ancient & Medieval Korea We start our journey by looking at how Korea began. You will see amazing gold crowns from the Silla Dynasty and learn about the lives of ancient kings. I will tell you the secrets behind these shiny treasures in a simple and fun way.
3rd Floor - Sculptures & Crafts Next, we go up to the 3rd floor to see beautiful ceramics. You will see the famous "Goryeo Celadon" with its unique green color and the "Moon Jar," which represents the beauty of simple white porcelain. It’s like a masterclass in Korean art.
2nd Floor - Room of Quiet Contemplation This is the highlight of our tour. We will enter a special dark room to meet two "Pensive Bodhisattva" statues. Their mysterious smiles will make you feel very peaceful. It is the perfect place to finish our tour and take a moment for yourself.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(3)
Outstanding! SuSu was very knowledgeable, very personable and took us to all of the highlights.
Wed 04.08.26 Toured the Korean National Museum. Built with feng shui influences, it is backed by the mountain and fronted by water. The mountain represents stability and protection, while the water represents flowing energy and wealth. Inside the museum my guide spoke about the different dynasties and kingdoms that made up Korea. There were displays and artifacts from ancient times. Of note is an exhibit explaining the significance of the Sacred Bell, whose deep resonating sound is featured as its own track in the most recent BTS album. My guide was so knowledgeable and pointed out things I never would have noticed and explained Korean culture and history. Highly recommend this tour if you’re a museum nerd.
It was so good to know the hidden stories I didn't know when I visited alone. I visited with a foreign friend and my friend was satisfied! :)
