A total of 1.14 million of Busan citizens signed to establish the Busan National Science Museum. Considering the 3.5 million population of Busan, you can imagine how much the citizens wanted to have a local science museum. With such a huge interest and support, the Busan National Science Museum was established with the design of a ship as if it wishes to sail away with future scientists.
The shape of the Busan National Science Museum also resembles a small space base. As you enter the building, you will appreciate its large space with an open view. The silver Dynamic Slide, stretching from the second floor down to the first floor, will grab your attention more than anything else. After going down the slide, you will find cute robots dancing in front of them.
The museum is full of amazing experience exhibits and interesting programs. Various programs include the Walk on the Surface of the Moon in which children can try to walk at zero G, Gyroscope to make you turn round and round, Seat Belt Simulator to teach children the importance of wearing seat belts, Aviation Simulator and so on. These exciting experience facilities will completely capture children’s hearts.
The food court is situated in a green grass field. After finishing a meal and leaving the food court, you will find a large white dome outside. It is the Planetarium where you can enjoy observing constellations on its supersized projection dome screen, even in midday!
Along with the permanent exhibition hall, the museum provides special exhibitions with diverse themes and educational programs. Let’s enjoy exploring the Busan National Science Museum, which stimulates children’s imagination and adults’ memory!
In summer, it runs a water park for the visitors to cool off from Busan’s summer heat. The water park features both the ground fountain and the main Water Playground. The Water Playground, in particular, is ideal for children, as it offers a diverse range of fun rides like water slides and tunnels while keeping the pool shallow for safety. What’s more, the water park carries out water quality inspections regularly during break hours, so one can have fun without worries.
In addition to the permanent exhibitions, there are temporary exhibitions, educational programs, and spaces for children, so there’s always something new to discover. So, embark on a journey in Busan National Science Museum, a ship of science that delivers richer imagination for children and childhood nostalgia for grown-ups.
Overview
Address
59, Dongbusangwangwang 6-ro, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan
Inquiry
+82-1422-23
Website
https://www.sciport.or.kr/eng/Main.do
Closing Dates
Every Monday, January 1, the day of Seollal & Chuseok
※ The following day if Monday is a holiday
Hours
Tuesday–Sunday 09:30–17:30(Entrance closes at 16:30)
Service Fees
Differs by age(refer to the website)
Traffic Information
Exit 1 of Osiria Station on Donghae Line → Transfer to Bus 185 → Get off at Busan National Science Museum
Parking: Busan National Science Museum Parking Lot (charged)
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Ramp
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Accessible Facility
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Accessible Parking Lot
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Elevator
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Accessible bathroom
Travel Tips
- Please refer to the essential courses of the museum that are selected for each age group, on the website.
- Exhibition Guide Service: It consists of a facility guide and explanation on major exhibits (30 min).
- Please note that there are height and age restrictions for experience programs. (refer to the website).
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