Leeum Museum of Art
리움미술관
Samsung's private art museum, with three buildings designed by Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel and Rem Koolhaas. Its traditional and contemporary art collections are both excellent.
Leeum is a private museum run by the Samsung Culture Foundation in Hannam-dong. Its three buildings were designed by Mario Botta, Jean Nouvel and Rem Koolhaas. The Museum of Traditional Art holds Goryeo celadon, Joseon white porcelain, calligraphy and paintings, many of which are National Treasure-level pieces. The Museum of Contemporary Art displays works by Rothko, Bacon and Giacometti, as well as Korean contemporary artists, and its special exhibitions are of high quality. Permanent exhibitions require reservation on the official website, special exhibitions charge extra, and the museum is closed on Mondays. Exit 1 of Hangangjin Station (Subway Line 6) is about a 10-minute walk away. You can also stop by Hannam-dong's cafés afterward.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00; closed Mon
Nearby sights
- Itaewon
- N Seoul Tower
- Namsangol Hanok Village
- War Memorial of Korea
- National Museum of Korea
- Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Garosu-gil