Visiting the Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art (리움 삼성미술관) was a pleasant surprise. It’s an easy walk from the Itaewon subway station and 14,000₩ for a day pass - 50% off if you have a school ID. Use the digital guide; it’s easy and has lots of interesting information.

It’s worth seeing both the permanent and special exhibition. When I went, the special exhibition was Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson’s solo exhibition “The Parliament of Possibilities.” It blew me away. I just loved it. Each area was different and fun.

Hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 - 18:00
* Ticket Booth : Open until 30 minutes prior to closing

Address: 60-16 Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 용산구 이태원로55길 60-16 (한남동)

Directions: Hangangjin Station (Subway Line 6) Exit 1, walk straight for 100m towards Itaewon. Make a right turn at the first intersection and alley, walk up the hill for about 5 minutes.

Closed: New Year’s Day and Chuseok holidays + every Monday