The Korean Cultural Center in the United Arab Emirates opened its’ doors to the public in 2016 and is dedicated to promoting Korean culture in the UAE.
How To Book
Entry to the Korean Cultural Center is free for the public and doesn’t require advanced bookings, unless you are attending their language classes or workshops.
Korean language classes are free, but require advance bookings and materials cost extra.
Workshops hosted at the Korean Cultural Center are also free, with sometimes an additional amount charged for materials (e.g. AED50 for art workshop supplies).
To book into any Korean language classes, workshops, martial art classes, events or exhibitions, you can contact the Korean Cultural Center via email kccuae@korea.kr or via +971 2 491 7227.
When To Go
The Korean Cultural Center is open at the following days and times:
Mondays – Thursdays | 10am – 6pm
Fridays | 10am – 2pm
Saturdays | Closed
Sundays | 10am – 7pm
How To Get There
Located at Podium 2, Entrance 13, C40, Yas Creative Hub, Opposite to Hilton Yas, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
You’ll need to register with Security on the ground floor, providing your Emirates ID for them to hold, until you return their security/lift pass at the end of your visit.
Tips For Your Visit
There is a free air-conditioned buggy to transport you from the parking area to the building entrance where the Korean Cultural Center is located inside & Security can call to have the buggy return when you need to go back to the parking area.
You can also walk from the car park to this building & back, as it’s only a short 5-10mins walk.
There are bathrooms available outside the doors of the Korean Cultural Center and this building is wheel-chair and pram friendly.
What To Expect
The Korean Cultural Center has multiple areas to explore including the following areas:
Traditional Experience Zone, which has been designed to look like a traditional Korean home called a Hanok.
In this area, you must remove your shoes before entering.
Adults and children can try on traditional Korean outfits, including hats.
Lots of great opportunities in this area to pose for photos – you really do think that you are in Korea!
The multi-purpose hall is where performances, exhibitions, events and martial art classes are held.
Whilst we were there, there was a Korean tea exhibition called “Blooms In A Cup: Flower Tea,” where attendees can try different floral tea from Korea and learn more about then specific flowers bloom in Korea.
There’s also a bookshelf in this area dedicated to all things Korea!
Signed K-Pop memorabilia!
And even cute Korean plush toys!
Their Library has books written in Korean, English and Arabic and there are separate reading areas dedicated to adults and children.
There is also a DVD zone and lots of beautiful traditional Korean dolls to learn about.
Or traditional Korean masks used for cultural performances.
Around the corner from their Library is where their Korean language classes are hosted.
There is also 2 quiet reading areas, should you wish to sit away from their main library area.
Workshops are held next door to their language classes and classes usually go for around 2 hours, held sometimes during the week, but usually on weekends.
One of the cutiest areas at the Korean Cultural Center is the miniature seasonal table set up, where you can learn how to set up a dining table during different times of the year and the different food on offer.
Another favourite area for us at the Korean Cultural Center was inside their Korean majlis room, where you can sample 3 different types of Korean tea for free.
Lots of traditional Korean items spread around this room too.
The Verdict
Honestly the Korean Cultural Center is such a great find in Abu Dhabi, especially if you’d like to learn more about Korean culture.
We can’t wait to go back and sign up for some of their unique workshops such as their Korean cooking or art classes!
Sounds like fun? Don’t just take our word for it, experience it for yourself.
Be inspired to start or add to your very own bucket lists.
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Above prices & information correct as of May 2024.
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