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• Information
  Introduction
  With an area over 1,280 ㎡, Alive Museum is located in Insa-dong, a neighborhood known for its mixture of historical and modern atmosphere. Exhibitions include optical illusion art, digital media, and more. Over 100 pieces are on display at the exhibition halls on basement levels 1 and 2. Opened on March 6, 2014, Alive Museum infuses and modernizes the concept of art into something fun, engaging and highly educational.
  
  Maximum Occupancy
  2,000 people
  
  Industry Information
  Art exhibition
  
  Industry Information
  [Paper crafts]
  Duration: 30 min / Fee: 12,000 won
  
  [Patbingsu (shaved ice dessert) making]
  Duration: 40 min / Fee: 12,000 won
  
  [Art play]
  Duration: 30 min / Fee: 10,000 won (Various scientific study through art)
  
  * Participation fees include admission to the museum.
  
  Age Limit for Activities
  Open to visitors of all ages
  
  Main Facilities
  [B1F]
  Exhibition hall 1, hexagon maze zone
  [B2F]
  Exhibition hall 2, black-out experience program, resting area, exit lounge, merchandise shop (souvenir shop)
  
  Subsidiary Facilities
  Museum shop, rest area, outdoor exhibition halls
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Admission / Participation Fees
  Individuals - 12,000 won
  * Children younger than 3 years can enter free of charge. (One infant per paying adult)
  
  Discount Information
  * Groups (20 people or more): 10% off
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  
  Reservation for Foreigners
  Online or by phone
  Groups: Tel. +82-2-2034-0600
  
  Homepage
  www.alivemuseum.com
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Beautiful Tea Museum (아름다운 차박물관)

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    Seoul Art Center Gongpyeong Gallery (서울아트센터 공평갤러리)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
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    Tapgol Park (탑골공원)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Parks
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• Accommodation

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    Sieunjae [Korea Quality] / 시은재 [한국관광 품질인증]

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    Type : Hanok
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    Hotel Crown Insadong (호텔 크라운-인사동)

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    Namhyundang Guest House [Korea Quality] / 남현당 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
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    The Place Seoul (traditional Korean-style guesthouse) [Korea Quality] / 멀티스페이스 곳 [한국관광 품질인증]

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    Moonguesthouse [Korea Quality] / 문게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

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• Restaurants

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    Matborae Jeukseok Tteokbokki (맛보래즉석떡볶이)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
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    Daeseong Hanjeongsik (대성한정식)

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    Type : Korean Food
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    Seonbiok (선비옥)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
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• Shopping

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    Arirang Master Crafts Shop (아리랑명품관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
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    Kumkang - Jongno Branch (금강제화 (종로지점))

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    Insa-Dong National Souvenir Center (한국관광명품점(인사동))

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    Type : Souvenir Shops
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    Hanji Chueok (Recollections) (한지추억)

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• Transportation
  Directions
  [Subway]
  Jongno 3-ga Station (Seoul Subway Line 1, 3 & 5), Exit 1.
  Walk for approx. 400 m.
  
  

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