Waterworks Museum (수도박물관)
27, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
Overview
The Ttukseom Water Purification Plant (Waterworks Museum and Slow Sand Filtration Basin) was completed in August 1908 as the first water purification plant ever built in Korea. In 2008, it celebrated 100 years of history with the opening of the Waterworks Museum, which showcases the history and value of Seoul's public waterworks. The museum was recognized for its modern architectural design and designated Tangible Cultural Asset of Seoul No.72.
Details
Capacity
20-40 people per group session
Age range
Open to visitors ages 7 and older
Experience guide
Experience programs, museum tour · · * Reservation required for experience programs
Inquiries
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 · (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) · • For more info: +82-2-3146-5936
Parking
Use nearby parking lot (Seoul Forest)
Closed days
Mondays, January 1, the day of Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day) & Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day)
Hours
[March-October] Weekdays 10:00-20:00 / Weekends & public holidays 10:00-19:00 · [November-February] Weekdays 10:00-19:00 / Weekends & public holidays 10:00-18:00
Visitor info
Admission Fees
Free (advance reservation required for museum docent service)
Photo gallery
Location
📍 Nearby (within 3 km)
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