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The modern King Sejong History Museum beside the royal tomb landscape in Yeoju
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King Sejong History Museum

세종대왕 역사문화관

A four-gallery interpretation centre for King Sejong, King Hyojong and the Joseon royal tombs at Yeoju's Yeongneung complex; seasonal final entry, Monday closure and special programmes require a current check. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.

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Yeoju · Gyeonggi
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Korean map search · 세종대왕 역사문화관 경기도 여주시 세종대왕면 영릉로 269-10
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OFFICIAL SOURCEVISITKOREA · King Sejong History Museum · catalogue checked August 26, 2026

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    RegionYeoju · Gyeonggi
    Korean map search세종대왕 역사문화관 경기도 여주시 세종대왕면 영릉로 269-10
    Seasonal tomb hoursFeb-May and Sep-Oct 9:00 AM-6:00 PM · last entry 5:00 PM

    June-August closes 6:30 PM; November-January closes 5:30 PM, each with entry ending one hour earlier.

    Regular closureMonday

    When a regular closure falls on a public or substitute holiday, the next non-holiday becomes the closure; dated notices override the table.

    Correct road arrival269-10 Yeongneung-ro, Sejongdaewang-myeon, Yeoju

    The museum stands inside the wider Yeoju Yeongneung royal-tomb visit.

    Gallery scopeThree permanent galleries · special gallery · video room

    Special exhibitions and programme access change independently.

    Site boundaryMuseum and outdoor royal tombs form one larger visit

    Mobility, weather and conservation controls can alter the outdoor route even when galleries are available.

    Photo scopeThe reviewed hero shows the real brick-and-timber history museum facade and lawn

    It does not prove today's gallery opening, exhibition, tomb-route access, ticketing, weather or programme availability.

    Map pinAudited official destination coordinate

    The place coordinate is exact; use the named gate, parking area or accessible entrance for the final route.

    Mobility checkConfirm the current step-free entrance, lift availability, rest areas and accessible toilets with the venue.

    DAY-OF PLAN

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    1. 01
      Check the seasonal royal-tomb window

      The Yeongneung complex changes closing and final-entry times across three seasonal bands. Monday is the regular closure, subject to the public-holiday substitution rule.

    2. 02
      Begin with the galleries

      Three permanent galleries, a special gallery and video space introduce King Sejong, King Hyojong and Joseon royal-tomb history before the longer outdoor landscape.

    3. 03
      Protect time for the tomb route

      Admission cutoff is earlier than closing. Exhibitions, interpretation and the outdoor tomb route can also change for weather, conservation or a dated programme.

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    TRAVELER FAQ

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    Are the hours identical all year?

    No. The Yeoju royal-tomb complex uses three seasonal closing bands and stops admission one hour before closing.

    Is Monday always open when it is a holiday?

    The official rule opens on the holiday and moves the closure to the next non-holiday; check the dated notice.

    Does the building photo show the royal tombs?

    No. It shows the real museum facade. The outdoor tomb landscape is a separate part of the visit.

    Are the operating details for King Sejong History Museum live?

    The displayed guidance was checked September 8, 2026, but it is not a live operator feed. Open the linked official guide and a Korean map again on the day because hours, closures, tickets and transport can change.

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    ABOUT · KOREA ERA WIKI

    About King Sejong History Museum

    A four-gallery interpretation centre for King Sejong, King Hyojong and the Joseon royal tombs at Yeoju's Yeongneung complex; seasonal final entry, Monday closure and special programmes require a current check. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.Recheck the official source before visiting.
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    King Sejong History Museum

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    Contents
    1. 1Overview
    2. 2Key facts and visitor information
    3. 3Visit flow
    4. 4Traveler tips
    5. 5Nearby places
    6. 6Frequently asked questions
    7. 7Sources and revision history

    1. Overview

    A four-gallery interpretation centre for King Sejong, King Hyojong and the Joseon royal tombs at Yeoju's Yeongneung complex; seasonal final entry, Monday closure and special programmes require a current check. This catalogue page connects the stop to traveller ratings, current field reports, nearby regional anchors and sourced community corrections.

    2. Key facts and visitor information

    RegionYeoju · Gyeonggi
    Korean map search세종대왕 역사문화관 경기도 여주시 세종대왕면 영릉로 269-10
    Seasonal tomb hoursFeb-May and Sep-Oct 9:00 AM-6:00 PM · last entry 5:00 PMJune-August closes 6:30 PM; November-January closes 5:30 PM, each with entry ending one hour earlier.
    Regular closureMondayWhen a regular closure falls on a public or substitute holiday, the next non-holiday becomes the closure; dated notices override the table.
    Correct road arrival269-10 Yeongneung-ro, Sejongdaewang-myeon, YeojuThe museum stands inside the wider Yeoju Yeongneung royal-tomb visit.
    Gallery scopeThree permanent galleries · special gallery · video roomSpecial exhibitions and programme access change independently.
    Site boundaryMuseum and outdoor royal tombs form one larger visitMobility, weather and conservation controls can alter the outdoor route even when galleries are available.
    Photo scopeThe reviewed hero shows the real brick-and-timber history museum facade and lawnIt does not prove today's gallery opening, exhibition, tomb-route access, ticketing, weather or programme availability.
    Current official guideKorea Heritage Service · Yeoju Yeongneung visitor hoursChecked September 8, 2026. Recheck current hours, admission, closures and transport before travel.
    Map pinAudited official destination coordinateThe place coordinate is exact; use the named gate, parking area or accessible entrance for the final route.
    Mobility checkConfirm the current step-free entrance, lift availability, rest areas and accessible toilets with the venue.

    3. Visit flow

    1. 01
      Before Yeoju

      Check the seasonal royal-tomb window

      The Yeongneung complex changes closing and final-entry times across three seasonal bands. Monday is the regular closure, subject to the public-holiday substitution rule.

    2. 02
      At the history centre

      Begin with the galleries

      Three permanent galleries, a special gallery and video space introduce King Sejong, King Hyojong and Joseon royal-tomb history before the longer outdoor landscape.

    3. 03
      Before the final hour

      Protect time for the tomb route

      Admission cutoff is earlier than closing. Exhibitions, interpretation and the outdoor tomb route can also change for weather, conservation or a dated programme.

    4. Traveler tips

    • Start at the museum if historical context matters, then walk only the tomb route that fits the remaining daylight.
    • Check the official dated notices because substitute-holiday closures can move away from Monday.
    • Use the full Korean destination 세종대왕 역사문화관 rather than confusing it with other Sejong museums.
    • Search “세종대왕 역사문화관 경기도 여주시 세종대왕면 영릉로 269-10” in Naver Map or Kakao Map and confirm the exact entrance and return route.
    • Hours, admission, closures and programme schedules can change; use the official source before departure.
    • The audited coordinate identifies the named destination, but the final gate, parking area and step-free entrance still need a live route check.

    5. Nearby places

    6. Frequently asked questions

    Are the hours identical all year?

    No. The Yeoju royal-tomb complex uses three seasonal closing bands and stops admission one hour before closing.

    Is Monday always open when it is a holiday?

    The official rule opens on the holiday and moves the closure to the next non-holiday; check the dated notice.

    Does the building photo show the royal tombs?

    No. It shows the real museum facade. The outdoor tomb landscape is a separate part of the visit.

    Are the operating details for King Sejong History Museum live?

    The displayed guidance was checked September 8, 2026, but it is not a live operator feed. Open the linked official guide and a Korean map again on the day because hours, closures, tickets and transport can change.

    Can a traveller correct this page?

    Yes. Submit a sourced community wiki correction or a current field report; proposed facts are reviewed before becoming canonical information.

    7. Sources and revision history

    Foundation sourceVISITKOREA · King Sejong History Museum · catalogue checked August 26, 2026 ↗Recheck time-sensitive hours, prices and reservation rules on the official page.
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