[Busan] Busan Modern & Contemporary History Museum – Main Building (부산근현대역사관 본관)
💡 Overview
Busan Modern & Contemporary Museum showcases the evolving identity of Busan through various exhibitions and programs. Housed in the former Bank of Korea Headquarters building, the museum’s main building is a first-generation Korean architectural building. It features exhibitions and performances by young artists on the basement floor, and houses the Bank of Korea archive room, a café, a lounge and a gift shop on the first floor. The second floor is dedicated to special exhibitions, while the third and fourth floors offer educational spaces and historical exhibitions that trace Busan’s changing identity from the turbulent colonial period to the present day, offering visitors a meaningful glimpse into modern Korean history.
📋 Detailed Information
| 📍 Address | 112 Daecheong-ro, Jung-gu, Busan (Zipcode: 48949) |
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| 🌐 Website | www.busan.go.kr/mmch |
| Operating Hours | 09:00-18:00 |
| Day Off | January 1, Mondays * If Monday falls on a public holiday, it will be closed on the following business day instead. |
| Usage Fee | Free |
| Parking | Not available |
| Inquiries and Information | +82-51-607-8000 |
📸 Gallery (Click to enlarge)






📍 Nearby Attractions
Busan Street Festa in Gwangbok (부산 스트릿 페스타 인 광복) 🔗Distance: 460m | 72-1 Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
Busan Jung-gu Pet Festival (부산중구반려동물축제) 🔗Distance: 175m | 37-30 Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
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Busan Museum of Movies (부산영화체험박물관) 🔗Distance: 171m | 12 Daecheong-ro 126beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
Yongdusan Park (용두산공원) 🔗Distance: 257m | 37-55 Yongdusan-gil, Jung-gu, Busan
Hound Hotel Busan Station (하운드호텔 부산역점) 🔗Distance: 1.9km | 9 , Jungang-daero 236beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
Jagalchi Market (부산 자갈치시장) 🔗Distance: 693m | 52 Jagalchihaean-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
HILLSIDE HOTEL / 힐사이드호텔 🔗Distance: 799m | 160 , Junggu-ro, Jung-gu, Busan
THE B.S HOTEL, Busan station / THE B.S호텔(더비에스호텔) 🔗Distance: 2.0km | 7-11 , Jungang-daero 236beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are the opening hours?
A. 09:00-18:00
Q. When is it closed?
A. January 1, Mondays * If Monday falls on a public holiday, it will be closed on the following business day instead.
Q. How much does it cost?
A. Free
Q. Is parking available?
A. Not available
Q. How can I contact them?
A. +82-51-607-8000
Source: Korea Tourism Organization
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