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Leeum Museum of Art
(리움미술관)
Art Gallery and Art Museum
한남동, 서울특별시
"The Audio Guide Experience is amazing."(11 Tips)
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"Get the digital guide"(4 Tips)
"Designed by REM Koolhaas and there is Jean Nouvel nearby."(3 Tips)
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RichardAugust 4, 2015Definitely dont hesitate to pay for the digital guide! It is a unique experience. And pro tip: listen to the exhibit 3016 for a funny easter egg!Upvote5Downvote
Stacy Bo BacyNovember 25, 2016A must-see when visiting Seoul. Korean traditional art and international modern + contemporary art collections. Worth getting tickets for museums and the current special exhibition with audio guide.
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Gregory K.November 7, 2015Admission 10000. Audio guide 2000. Kinda need the audio guide b/c they don't put any txt details next to the pieces like most western museums. Love museum 2 which is modern to post mod etc
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JoanneOctober 28, 2019Dedicate at least one afternoon to check out the museum, because it has 3 sections. Get the audio tour as well, since they don't have any description of the art there. Closed on Mondays.UpvoteDownvote
Ian KennedyFebruary 2, 2014Contemporary art collect is excellent for Korea, but the well curated Korean art wing is the best. The top two floors of ceramics are especially amazing - the display treats each price as sculptureUpvote6Downvote
Henry YinApril 25, 2015Impressive collections! Museum closes at 6pm, save at least 2 hours if you want to check out everything. The area has many nice restaurant and vibrant nightlife in the evening.UpvoteDownvote
Nicole KungOctober 11, 2014I loved and enjoyed every bit of this museum. The architecture, the size, the digital guide, the flow, and, of course, the art collection. It's easy to lose track of time here. GET THE DIGITAL GUIDE.Upvote1Downvote
Mir EJanuary 3, 2014Amazing architecture and collection! Audio guide is well done. Fragments start as soon as you're near an object. Current (Jan 2014) price is W13,000, audio guide is still W2,000UpvoteDownvote
Amiro P.October 3, 2016A Samsung funded Museum with cool architecture. The two main permanent exhibitions are focusing on ancient Korean art and modern international contemporary art.UpvoteDownvote
Conrad Hotels & ResortsMarch 21, 2016Immerse yourself in both Korean and international art at an architectural marvel, then try a modern bistro and sample some artfully traditional family recipes. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Tassos PapadiamantisNovember 13, 2018The modern art museum is amazing and well put together. Also liked the traditional wing, with spikes of modern art in between. Really good vibe and energy.UpvoteDownvote
PrudenceOctober 2, 2014Breathtaking museum run by the Samsung foundation of culture that houses both traditional Korean art and contemporary art. 60-16 Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea.UpvoteDownvote
Annie WernerApril 20, 2016Great collection. Nice mix of Korean art and global art history. Manageable size. Beautiful installations.
UpvoteDownvote- Han LeeAugust 28, 2013The Audio Guide Experience is amazing. It utilizes the NFC technology to automatically play the guide for individual pieces you are looking at. You can also see the bottom or rear of the artworks.UpvoteDownvote
JNovember 2, 2016Great collection of ceramics and contemporary art. The audio guide is a must! Admission is 50% the last Wednesday of the month.UpvoteDownvote
Elise ❥January 7, 2017The Samsung audio guides (available in different languages) work smooth and are very clear. They auto detect which art piece you're at and start reading to you a detailed description of itUpvote1Downvote
Odile RoujolMay 1, 2018No picture but love the museum . Great light for ancient art and contemporary art
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JernejDecember 25, 2016Very nice museum, definitely a must see if in Seoul. Make sure you buy ticket for all three galleries.UpvoteDownvote
Xabier CidSeptember 18, 2024Don’t trust the staff. There are more exhibitions, more levels and really interesting contemporary stuff, but most times they don’t point you in the right direction.Upvote1Downvote
Burakhan K.August 20, 2013The permanent Korean traditional art collection isn't fun but the international one and the current "memories of the future" exhibit is def worth it :) all for just 12,000won!UpvoteDownvote
Seong-June KimJune 21, 2012Small but incredible collection of old Korean art pieces, literally national treasure. Wonder how they ended up in private hands. Also decent contemporary exhibits, western & Korean.Upvote1Downvote
Miguel NevesJune 30, 2013The audio guide is amazing. It uses NFC to find out which piece you are looking at and starts automatically. It's definitely worth the 2,000 W.Upvote4Downvote
BzmtvnkMay 6, 2016Louise Bourgeois, Andy Warhol as well as well known Korean artists.Upvote1Downvote
Nelli PellinenJune 16, 2017Great collection of classic Korean art and contemporary art from international artistsUpvoteDownvote
Nicolas DJuly 15, 2011Great collection of contemporary art including pieces from Yves Klein, Andy Warhol, and Mark Rothko. The digital guides are an additional 2000w, look stupid, but are worth the money!Upvote5Downvote
Thomas CramptonOctober 2, 2012Impressive modern art collection, but worth a visit just to experience the Rem Koolhaas building. Great place for portraits from the 4th floor.Upvote3Downvote
Jeffrey ThomasJune 17, 2016Surprisingly big deluxe museum tucked away near Itaewon, with a free (small) sculpture garden for relaxation as well.UpvoteDownvote
Tricia BeanJanuary 15, 2017Incredible modern museum with interactive technology and stellar shows.UpvoteDownvote
Siyeon KimMay 11, 2022사절, 완벽을 향해 분기하다 Emissary Forks At Perfection live simulation and story, infinite duration, SoundUpvoteDownvote
Joon Ian WongFebruary 5, 2017If you're a foreigner ask if they have any surveys that need filling in. They gave us two free day passes for completing a survey!UpvoteDownvote
Ankur BanerjeeMay 5, 2019Feels a bit soulless as far as contemporary / modern art museums go, as there appears to be a lack of any unifying aesthetic across the collection.UpvoteDownvote
Ariel MatznerOctober 22, 2017The building are quite impressive. Less so the exhibits. Go only if you have a few free hours and W 10.000 on hand.UpvoteDownvote- Elise ❥January 7, 2017Purchased the day pass for KRW14,000 which included the audio guide.UpvoteDownvote
I love the 정연두 video projection "Bewitched" on the second floor. Great study of people and their dreams.UpvoteDownvote
TingDecember 20, 2014A must visit. It has 3 galleries, built by 3 different architects. Almost like 3 museums. Choose one according to your interests or if u have time, visit all three!
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AD NysDecember 9, 2011Samsung room at the Asian Art Museum is an awesome space to hold an intimate private event in. #newlook #newnewtwitter #letsfly
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MattertAugust 13, 2013The Calder exhibit it really enjoyable, and a great way to beat the heatUpvote1Downvote
Dan Mondragón SomeraJanuary 7, 2017GREAT place. Such a shame they won't let you take picturesUpvoteDownvote- Veronica VNovember 6, 2013Admission 10,000KRW. Contemporary art is interesting, but you are not allowed to take any pictures.Upvote1Downvote
Pino BonettiOctober 13, 2012Beautiful building but check online the temporary exhibitions.UpvoteDownvote
Samuel A. BudionoApril 2, 2024Leeum Museum of Art by Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel, Rem KoolhaasUpvoteDownvote
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"First thing I have to tell you about this place: it's far from the touristic spots. It is a gallery on a hill, on the northern part of Seoul. It is even hard for local Seoul people to reach here!!"
I Wanna Go There - 9.0
"Amazing place in all aspects! They have different galleries throughout the year. Try to come near the sunset time to see the LED flowers area. 10/10👌🏻"
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"학고재 한자 참 예쁘네!"
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