Introduction
Jeju Aerospace Museum is the largest aerospace museum in Asia. The museum not only offers information and exhibitions related to aerospace as well as astronomy, but it also integrates education with entertainment to provide an enjoyable learning opportunity for both kids and adults. The view from the museum’s second floor is another sight not to be missed.
Opening date
April 24, 2014
Closed
First Monday of every month (If Monday is a holiday, the museum will be closed on the following business day)
Duration
Approx. 40-60 min
Activity Information
[Exhibitions]
Aviation Hall, Space Hall, Theme Hall, Thunderbolt Racing, Children’s Hall, Outdoor Exhibition Area
[Hands-on Activities]
Making an air rocket, exploring aviation pilot, making spitfire, making a K3 air glider, and more (program fee & availability will vary)
[Guided Tour]
History of Aerospace Commentary – 6 times per day, free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis
Age Limit for Activities
Open to visitors of all ages (More than 10 participants required for educational programs)
Operating Hours
09:00-18:00 (Ticket booth is open until 1 hour before closing)
Maximum Occupancy
3,000 people
Parking Facilities
Available
Available Facilities
[Aviation Hall – 1F]
– Exhibition of 23 aircrafts (some of them are displayed midair), Air Force Gallery, History of Aviation zone.
– “How Things Fly” from the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum exhibited
– Sit in a pilot seat, experience a flight simulator, etc.
[Space Hall – 2F]
– 2:1 replica of Cheomseongdae, Korea’s ancient astronomical observatory, 1:1 replica of the Korean rocket Naro, Mars Exploration Rover Curiosity, etc.
– Find your own zodiac sign on a screen and touch a meteorite
– Space Walk: Virtual reality experience as if you are walking in space
– Explore a planet with an avatar, watch videos about the solar system, galaxy and the big bang
[Themed Hall – 2F]
– Polaris (5D theater): This 5 m-tall, 50 m-wide big screen spans 360 degrees and offers you an exciting 5D experience made even more real by all sorts of special effects. The audience feels as if objects on the screen pass through the crowd.
– Canopus (dome theater): Enter an advanced dome theater and enjoy 4K ultra high-definition videos that you can only see in this theater.
– Procyon (interactive wall): Create your own alien character on a multi-touch table and it will come to life on the wall screen.
– Aries (interactive theater): Experience interactive education with a 30 m mega panoramic screen.
– Orion: Try a 3D aviation simulator to fulfill a mission in space with a space robot on a 100-inch screen.
[Outdoor exhibition space]
– Sit in a pilot seat and take a close look at 12 airplanes.
Facility Utilization Fees
Individuals – Adults 10,000 won, Teenagers 9,000 won, Children & Seniors 8,000 won
* Group discount available for 10 or more people
* Program fees vary
Interpretation Services Offered
Reservation required at least 5 days in advance (English, Chinese)
Pets
Not permitted (Guide dogs are allowed when accompanied by the visually-impaired)
Address
218, Nokchabunjae-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
Type
Industrial Tours
Inquiries
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-64-800-2000
Homepage
www.jdc-jam.com (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
