Art and Culture Exhibition Spaces in Korea: Audeum, Movieland, and Le Space
Audeum: Experience the World’s First Audio Museum
Located in Seocho-gu, Seoul, Audeum is the first audio museum globally where visitors can listen to vintage audio equipment. Since its grand opening in June 2024, the exhibition “Jeong-eum (正音): The Journey of Sound” has gained immense popularity. Explore 150 years of audio history since the phonograph's invention in 1877, and enjoy rare vintage audio systems with knowledgeable docents, free of charge!
A highlight of Audeum is its grand organ, which operates only once daily at 10 AM. Visitors can also view around 100,000 vinyl records, including rare collections like The Beatles, creating an unforgettable experience.
Address: 6, Heonlung-ro 8-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Contact: 02-574-5175
Operating Hours: Thursday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Closed Sunday to Wednesday)
Admission Fee: Free
Website: audeum.org
Tip: Guided tours by docents require online reservations.
Movieland: A Unique Single-Screen Cinema Experience
Nestled in a narrow alley in Seongsu-dong, Movieland is a single-screen theater that features one carefully curated film each day. Unlike typical cinemas, this venue showcases films selected by curators, offering a fresh perspective on cinema. Each month, a new curator, such as actor Park Jung-min in August, brings their unique vision.
The cozy, wooden interior enhances the viewing experience in the limited 30-seat screening room, equipped with a large screen and high-quality audio. Attention to detail in custom-made tickets and posters adds to the charm.
Address: 5-5, Yeonmu-jang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
Contact: 0507-1489-0213
Operating Hours: Thursday to Sunday, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM (Closed Monday to Wednesday)
Admission Fee: 20,000 KRW
Website: movieland.co
Tip: On-site ticket purchases for available seats include free popcorn and cola with A-row seating.
Le Space: An Immersive Journey to the Cosmos
Le Space, located in Incheon’s Yeongjongdo, is a must-visit for sci-fi enthusiasts. This exhibition, themed “Journey to the Unknown,” offers an immersive experience that transports you through various display areas. From boarding gates to space stations, you’ll feel like you’re traveling through the cosmos.
In addition to Le Space, the Inspire Integrated Resort features the Aurora, a digital entertainment street showcasing spectacular displays, and the Kinetic Chandelier, which presents media facade performances at regular intervals.
Address: 127, Gonghangmunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon (1st floor, Inspire Integrated Resort)
Contact: 1533-3660
Operating Hours: Daily, 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Admission Fee: 28,000 KRW for adults, 20,000 KRW for children, free for children under 36 months
Website: lespace.co.kr
Tip: Tickets can be booked online through Naver and Ticket Link (time reservation required).