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Seodaemun Prison History Hall – Korea’s Modern History in Seoul
Seodaemun Prison History Hall is one of Seoul’s most important modern historical sites, preserving the former prison complex where Korean independence activists and, later, democracy activists were incarcerated.
Today, the site operates as a museum and memorial space where visitors can explore preserved prison buildings, exhibition halls, cells and other facilities while learning about Korea’s modern history.
Why Visit Seodaemun Prison History Hall?
- One of Seoul’s most significant modern historical sites
- Preserved prison buildings and exhibition spaces
- Important stories of the Korean independence movement
- Insight into Korea’s modern political and social history
- Located next to Seodaemun Independence Park
What to See
Visitors can explore preserved prison cells, exhibition halls, the central prison building, execution-related facilities and other historic structures within the former prison complex.
The museum presents the experiences of independence activists who were imprisoned during the Japanese colonial period and preserves the site as a place of remembrance and historical education.
Visitor Information
Address: 251 Tongil-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Phone: +82-2-360-8590
Opening Hours:
March–October: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
November–February: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing
Closed: Mondays, January 1, Lunar New Year’s Day and Chuseok Day
Admission:
Adults: KRW 3,000
Teenagers: KRW 1,500
Children: KRW 1,000
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