Samsung Mobility Museum: A Must-Visit Car Museum in Korea (Near Everland)
Are you looking for a travel destination that satisfies both adults who love cars and children who want to run around and play? In this post, I will review the Samsung Mobility Museum (formerly Samsung Fire & Marine Mobility Museum), where you can see everything from rare classic cars to the history of Korean automobiles at a glance. I have also organized detailed information on various activities you can enjoy with children, so please check it out until the end.
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| Samsung Mobility Museum |
Essential Check Before Visiting! Basic Information
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Location: 171, Everland-ro 376beon-gil, Pogok-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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Operating Hours
- Weekdays: 10:00 ~ 17:00 (Last admission 16:00)
- Weekends/Holidays: 10:00 ~ 18:00 (Last admission 17:00)
- Closed: Every Monday, January 1st, Lunar New Year/Chuseok Holidays
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Entry & Parking
- It operates as a Drive-Thru system. You pay at the ticket booth while staying in your car and then enter the parking lot directly.
- Parking is free for museum visitors.
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Admission Fee
- Adults (Age 20+): 10,000 KRW (approx. $7.50 USD)
- Youth/Children (36 months ~ 19 years): 8,000 KRW (approx. $6.00 USD)
- Seniors (Age 65+): 6,000 KRW (approx. $4.50 USD)
- Infants (Under 36 months): Free (Proof required)
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Discount Tips
- 20% discount for payment with Samsung Card (Korean credit card only, up to 4 people)
- Discounts for disabled persons and national veterans (Verification required)
Inside the Samsung Mobility Museum
1F - Interactive Exhibitions and Activity Booths
The first floor is mainly composed of experiential spaces that attract children's interest before viewing the main car exhibition. As you enter the lobby, a large drone experience area catches your eye. There is a cafe on the left and a souvenir shop on the right, with various activity booths and exhibition halls further inside.
Experience Programs
Various paid experience programs on the 1st floor can be conveniently applied for at the kiosk near the entrance.
- How to use: Select the desired experience at the kiosk, make a payment, and move to the booth at the time written on the issued ticket.
- Tips: The cost is affordable, mostly between 1,000 KRW and 4,000 KRW (approx. $0.75 ~ $3.00 USD), but there may be height or age restrictions depending on the program. It is recommended to check the screen first to see if your child can participate before paying.
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| Car Driving Experience |
Cafe
Adults need a place to rest while children focus on activities. The cafe on the 1st floor has a great sense of openness with a view of the outdoor exhibition area through the floor-to-ceiling windows, making it a good place to relax with a cup of coffee.
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| Cafe Comma |
Gift Shop & Mini Car Track
The gift shop next to the cafe is one of the places children cannot just pass by. They sell various car toys, and you can race the mini 4WD cars you assembled yourself on the track provided right behind. Children are highly satisfied as they can enjoy exciting racing with the cars they built.
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| Gift Shop |
2F - A Place to Meet Classic Cars from Around the World
The second floor is the main space where the full-scale car exhibition unfolds. Here, you can see not only flashy and rare classic cars from around the world but also cars representing the history of Korean automobiles in one place.
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| 2nd Floor Exhibition - Classic Cars |
Among the displayed vehicles, you can see Korea's first manufactured car, the 'Sibal' (Start), as well as the 'Pony' and 'Stella', which are nostalgic Korean heritage models that are now hard to find on the road. This brings nostalgia to adults and offers a fascinating sight for children. Some vehicles are open for visitors to sit in the driver's seat and take commemorative photos, which children especially love.
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| Car Miniatures |
In the corridor, you can also see miniatures of cars from various countries, which might stimulate children's desire to own toys.
Outdoor Exhibition - Experience and Picnic Space
If you have finished viewing the indoor exhibition, I recommend spending time in the outdoor exhibition area where a wide grassy field spreads out. Here, an actual steam locomotive is displayed, and you can rest while eating snacks bought from the store or a packed lunch inside the train.
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| Outdoor Tables |
- Things to Enjoy: Outdoors, there is a small theater showing animations children love, 'Heritage Drive' experience where you can ride classic cars, and RC car experiences available.
Tip regarding meals: There is a concession stand (snack bar), but it only sells simple food. If you want a proper meal, I recommend bringing a packed lunch and eating at the outdoor tables or inside the train for a picnic atmosphere.
A Must for Families with Kids! 'Samsung Fire & Marine Children’s Traffic Safety World'
Right next to the Samsung Mobility Museum is the 'Samsung Fire & Marine Children’s Traffic Safety World' for children's traffic safety education. It is a great course to visit together after the museum, killing two birds with one stone by providing both fun and educational effects for children.
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| Samsung Fire & Marine Children’s Traffic Safety World |
The biggest feature here is that children can learn traffic rules such as traffic lights and crosswalks with their bodies while driving bicycles or mini electric cars in an outdoor education center decorated like a real road. Various audiovisual education and experience activities tailored to children's eye level are prepared, so they can have a fun time without getting bored.
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| Traffic Safety World Interior |
- Tip: The Children's Traffic Safety World is free to operate, but some experiences may require advance reservation. It is recommended to check the operation status and reservation method before visiting.
So far, I have organized a detailed review of the exhibitions and experiences by floor at the Samsung Mobility Museum. This place is an experiential car museum where adults can be captivated by flashy classic cars, while children can run around freely and become familiar with cars.
It will be the best choice for families looking for places to visit with kids in Yongin, as you can enjoy a picnic in the well-decorated outdoor exhibition hall and spend a beneficial time at the Children's Traffic Safety World right next door. A day here will remain a special memory for everyone who loves cars.
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