Gyeongju National Museum: crowding, parking and nearby course
| Data date | 2026-11-04 / 2026-11-04 14:04 KST |
|---|---|
| Quietest | Tue 11/17 (47) |
| Parking | Easy |
| Hours | 10:00~18:00 |
Crowding forecast for Gyeongju National Museum
Over the next 14 days the quietest day is Tue 11/17 (47) and the busiest is Sat 11/7 (100). Weekday average 59, weekend average 92 (100 = peak season).
| Date | Avg | Level | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 11/4 | 65 | Normal | - |
| Thu 11/5 | 58 | Normal | - |
| Fri 11/6 | 91 | Busy | - |
| Sat 11/7 | 100 | Busy | - |
| Sun 11/8 | 90 | Busy | - |
| Mon 11/9 | 49 | Quiet | Closed |
| Tue 11/10 | 51 | Quiet | - |
Quieter nearby on Sat 11/7-Sun 11/8
21 spots in Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do are forecast quieter than Gyeongju National Museum on Sat 11/7-Sun 11/8. Quietest: Songdaemal Lighthouse (Sat 32, Sun 29); Gyeongju National Museum: Sat 100, Sun 90.
| # | Attraction | Sat | Sun | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Songdaemal Lighthouse | 32 Quiet | 29 Quiet | Tight |
| 2 | Bunhwangsa Temple | 42 Quiet | 57 Normal | Tight |
| 3 | Hwangseong Park | 52 Quiet | 48 Quiet | Tight |
| 4 | Gyeongju Tomb of Kim Yu-sin | 59 Normal | 48 Quiet | Tight |
| 5 | Hwarang Hill | 56 Normal | 57 Normal | Tight |
| 6 | Oryu Goarahaebyeon Beach | 71 Normal | 64 Normal | Tight |
Parking at Gyeongju National Museum
1 car parks within 500 m with about 264 spaces in total. Nearest: 국립경주박물관공영주차장 (141 m); 1 are public.
| Car park | Distance | Spaces | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gukripgyeongjubakmulgwangongyeongjuchajang | 141m | 264 | Yes |
Parking fees at Gyeongju National Museum
Base fees at 1 nearby car parks with data 1,000 KRW. The nearest, Gukripgyeongjubakmulgwangongyeongjuchajang: ~1,000/h.
| Car park | Distance | Fee | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gukripgyeongjubakmulgwangongyeongjuchajang | 141m | ~1,000/h | 09:00~18:00 |
Attractions near Gyeongju National Museum
22 attractions lie within 5 km of Gyeongju National Museum. Closest: Library of the Silla Millennium (0.2 km); quietest on weekends: Bunhwangsa Temple (50).
| Attraction | Distance | Sat | Sun | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library of the Silla Millennium | 0.2km | 100 Busy | 90 Busy | Easy |
| Gyeongju Wolseong Palace Site (Banwolseong Fortress) | 0.4km | 98 Busy | 84 Busy | OK |
| Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond | 0.5km | 100 Busy | 94 Busy | OK |
| Cheomseongdae Observatory | 1.0km | 67 Normal | 96 Busy | Easy |
| Gyeongjuhyanggyo Local Confucian School | 1.0km | 100 Busy | 98 Busy | Easy |
| Gyeongju Gyochon Traditional Village | 1.2km | 100 Busy | 99 Busy | Easy |
| Bunhwangsa Temple | 1.2km | 42 Quiet | 57 Normal | Tight |
| Gyeongju Daereungwon Ancient Tomb Complex | 1.6km | 96 Busy | 97 Busy | Easy |
Quieter alternatives in Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
24 spots in Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do average lower crowding than Gyeongju National Museum over 14 days. The quietest is Songdaemal Lighthouse (average 21) versus 68 for Gyeongju National Museum.
| # | Attraction | Avg | Level | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Songdaemal Lighthouse | 21 | Quiet | Tight |
| 2 | Hwarang Hill | 31 | Quiet | Tight |
| 3 | Gyeongju Tomb of Kim Yu-sin | 32 | Quiet | Tight |
| 4 | Bunhwangsa Temple | 33 | Quiet | Tight |
| 5 | Oryu Goarahaebyeon Beach | 36 | Quiet | Tight |
Highway traffic forecast to Gyeongju National Museum
Korea Expressway Corporation forecasts about 5,550,000 vehicles nationwide at 15:00 on 2026-11-04. Nearest forecast route: Seoul-Ulsan (33 km away), 250 min out and 250 min back.
| Route | From Seoul | To Seoul | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ulsan | 250 min | 250 min | 33km |
| Daegu | 210 min | 210 min | 57km |
| Busan | 270 min | 270 min | 74km |
| Daejeon | 99 min | 114 min | 175km |
| Gangneung | 160 min | 164 min | 216km |
| Gwangju | 200 min | 200 min | 228km |
| Yangyang | 110 min | 110 min | 255km |
| Mokpo | 221 min | 237 min | 281km |
Gyeongju National Museum in month 11
Among 14 forecast days in month 11, the quietest day is Tue 11/17 (47). 5 days are Quiet (under 55) and 5 are Busy (80+).
| Date | Avg | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 11/17 | 47 | Quiet |
| Mon 11/16 | 48 | Quiet |
| Mon 11/9 | 49 | Quiet |
| Wed 11/11 | 51 | Quiet |
| Tue 11/10 | 51 | Quiet |
| Thu 11/12 | 56 | Normal |
Gyeongju National Museum: opening hours and admission
Opening hours of Gyeongju National Museum: 10:00~18:00 (Korea time). Admission is not listed in the data we collected; check the official channel before you visit.
| Hours | 10:00~18:00 |
|---|---|
| Closed | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
| Admission | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
Details by attraction
| Type | VE07 |
|---|---|
| Hours | 10:00~18:00 |
| Admission | No data — check the official channel before you visit. |
| Parking | Easy |
| Spaces | 264 |
| Popularity | 0.71 |
Before you go
- Check traffic and car park hours before leaving.
- Confirm closures on the official site.
- Under 55 is Quiet, 80+ is Busy.
- If parking is tight, use public car parks or transit.
FAQ
When is Gyeongju National Museum least crowded?
Over the next 14 days the quietest day is Tue 11/17 (47) and the busiest is Sat 11/7 (100).
What is the data date?
Crowding forecasts were received on 2026-11-04; the traffic forecast is as of 2026-11-04 14:04 KST. These are estimates from past data, not live.
Where does the parking data come from?
Korea's national parking-lot open data and Korea Tourism Organization data, counting car parks within 500 m. Fees and hours may change.
What does the crowding number mean?
It is relative to that spot's own peak season (100). Under 55 is Quiet, under 80 Normal, 80 or more Busy.
Sources and data date
- Data date: 2026-11-04 / 2026-11-04 14:04 KST
- Korea Tourism Organization, Korea Expressway Corporation, Korea public data portal, TMAP Mobility.