Ask in Korean about museum tour reservations and photo permission

When can you sign up for a foreign language tour?

On October 15, 2026, the Korea Tourism Organization announced foreign language guided tours at Seoul Museum of Art. The program focuses on stories behind the Chun Kyung-ja Collection. When choosing a visit date, read both the event introduction and the monthly registration information.

As checked on October 17, the English session listed for October 16 has already passed. The next listed English session is November 10 at 3 p.m. Other languages have different dates, so check the language before choosing a session. You still need to check the linked registration page for remaining places.

Participation in this program is free, with registration on a first-come, first-served basis for each session. The notice lists online pre-registration and on-site registration, which does not guarantee a place on the day. After signing up, save the meeting place and time shown in your confirmation.

What can you say at the information desk after booking?

If you have booked, say "Yeyakaesseoyo" and show your confirmation screen. If you have not registered, ask "Jigeum sincheonghal su isseoyo?" The two sentences describe different reservation situations.

Romanization helps you recall how a phrase sounds. Keep the Hangul too when saving the sentences on your phone. "Jeonsi" means exhibition and "haeseol" means commentary; recognizing these words can help you find the program in the information provided.

May you take photographs in the galleries?

The general Seoul Museum of Art FAQ says that photography during exhibition visits is restricted. It also explains that some exhibitions allow photography with the artist's permission and asks visitors to check whether it is allowed at the exhibition they are visiting. Free admission does not automatically include permission to take photographs.

Look for photography notices before raising your camera, and show the question in the table to a nearby staff member if the rules are unclear. Ask whether photos are limited to particular areas and whether there are separate restrictions on flash or video. Check the notices again when moving into another gallery.

What should you prepare before visiting?

Check the address and opening hours on the Seosomun Main Branch visitor page first. On Saturdays and Sundays in October, the museum opens from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with last admission one hour before closing. These are the museum's opening hours; they are separate from the starting time of a foreign language tour.

Save the exhibition title, tour language, booked date, and time on your phone. Showing that screen at the information desk makes it easier to identify the program you want. The main branch has lockers, so ask where they are if you have a large bag. Check their size and availability on site.

Just before visiting, reopen the visitor information and guided tour announcement. Check the exhibition's entry conditions and the program's registration conditions separately.