Jumal NadeuriFree admission days in Korea
Since April 2026, every Wednesday is “Culture Day” (문화가 있는 날) in Korea. Before, it was only the last Wednesday of the month.
Next Culture Days
Nov 4Wednesday
Nov 11Wednesday
Nov 18Wednesday
Nov 25Wednesday
Dec 2Wednesday
Dec 9Wednesday
Dec 16Wednesday
Dec 23Wednesday
What changes on Wednesdays
| Where | What |
|---|---|
| Royal palaces, Jongmyo Shrine, royal tombs | Free admission, except Gyeongbokgung and the Changdeokgung Secret Garden. |
| National and public museums, galleries, heritage sites | Longer opening hours (night opening) |
| Cinemas, theaters, theme parks | Discounts or free entry at participating places |
Who gets into the palaces free on any day
- People wearing hanbok (Korean traditional clothing that meets the guidelines)
- Foreign visitors aged 18 or under and 65 or over (bring your passport)
- Koreans aged 24 or under and 65 or over
Sajikdan Altar, Chilgung and Sungnyemun Gate are always free.
Always-free national museums
Sources
- Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism press release (Mar 3, 2026, Korean)
- Royal Palaces and Tombs Center — admission fees (Korean)
Facts summarized from official notices (checked 2026-11-01). Rules can change — check before you go.