If you’re already by Deoksugung Palace, pop into the Seoul Museum of Art. The building itself is cool — an old courthouse mixed with modern design — and the exhibitions change all the time, so there’s always something new to see. It’s mostly contemporary art, with a mix of Korean and international shows, and sometimes big installations that make the space feel really alive.

It’s free to enter unless there’s a special exhibition, so it’s an easy stop even if you only have an hour. There’s also a small outdoor sculpture garden that’s nice for a quick walk.

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Hours: Tue–Fri 10 AM–8 PM | Weekends 10 AM–7 PM (Mar–Oct), 10 AM–6 PM (Nov–Feb) | Closed Mondays

Cost: Free entry (special exhibitions cost extra)