Seoul Art Tour Hannam-dong | Samsung Museum of Art | Enter the most artistic space in Seoul

The Leeum Museum of Art is located halfway up the mountain in Hannam-dong. It is low-key but full of artistic atmosphere. The name "Leeum" combines the founder Lee Byung-chul's surname "Lee" and "Museum", symbolizing the love for art and the dedication to collecting. The museum houses more than 15,000 works of art, ranging from traditional Korean art to modern and international contemporary art, perfectly presenting the fusion of Eastern and Western art. What is even more amazing is that the entire art museum itself is a huge work of art, and the architecture alone is enough to make people linger. There are also several must-photograph spots in the museum, including the Swiss Architecture There are several must-see spots in the museum that you absolutely cannot miss! Among them, the black and white spiral staircase designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta is one of the most representative landmarks. The sunlight pours down from the top ceiling, creating a dreamy change of light and shadow, making this staircase super dreamy and beautiful no matter how you photograph it. Another highlight not to be missed is the giant orange sculpture Gravity by British artist Anish Kapoor. This suspended orange sphere is located in the stairwell leading to the upper floors on the first floor. The mirror reflects the surrounding space, adding a futuristic sense and visual tension to the art gallery. If you want to take pictures of the empty scene, come back on weekdays. Whether it's an art exhibition or just to take photos and check in, #SamsungArtMuseum will definitely add more artistic atmosphere to your trip to Seoul! After visiting the exhibition, you can also stop by a nearby store or cafe for a break. This itinerary is really recommended to everyone💯✨ ✅ Leeum Museum of Art 📍Address: 60-16 Itaewon-ro 55-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul 🕰 Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10:30 to 18:00 (last admission at 17:30) 🚇 Transportation: Take Line 6 to Hangangjin Station (한강진역) Exit 1 and walk for about 5 minutes to arrive. #NaWhereToGo #SamsungMuseum #LeeumMuseum #SeoulMuseum #KoreaTravel #SeoulMustVisit #SeoulArtMuseum #KoreaTravel #MustVisitSeoul #Museum #JanuaryGoodDestinations2025