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A Must-Visit in Seoul: GAUDI – Back to the Origins ✨
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A Must-Visit in Seoul: GAUDI – Back to the Origins ✨

Experience Barcelona in Gangnam! Check out our guide to "GAUDI: Back to the Origins" at Shinsa House. Discover tickets, student tips, and things to do in Sinsa-dong.

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MomstayAugust 3, 2026

If visiting Barcelona to see the legendary Sagrada Família and Park Güell is still sitting on your travel bucket list, we have amazing news! You don't need a flight to Spain this semester to experience Antoni Gaudí’s architectural magic.

To mark the 100th anniversary of Gaudí's passing, Seoul is hosting GAUDI: Back to the Origins (가우디: 서울에서 다시 태어나다). It’s not just a traditional art show—it is a full sensory experience combining original artifacts, massive media art, 3D modeling, and AI technology!

Here is everything you need to know before you visit! 👇

📌 Exhibition at a Glance | 전시 기본 정보

  • 🎨 Exhibition Name: GAUDI: Back to the Origins (가우디: 서울에서 다시 태어나다)
  • 🗓️ Period: August 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026 (Closed Sept 24 for Chuseok)
  • 📍 Venue: Shinsa House (신사하우스 / SHINSA HOUSE)
  • 🗺️ Address: 27 Gangnam-daero 162-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (서울 강남구 강남대로162길 27)
  • ⏰ Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Last admission at 7:00 PM)
  • ⏳ Estimated Time: About 60 minutes
  • 🎟️ Age Limit: Open to all ages
  • 🚗 Parking: ❌ No dedicated parking available (Please use public transit!)
  • 🌟 What Can You See? 4 Key Highlights

  • 1. Original Notes & Unbuilt 3D Projects: See over 30 original sketches, tile models, and notes on loan from the Gaudí Foundation. Plus, use 3D modeling to explore ambitious Gaudí projects that were never built in real life!
  • 2. Room-Scale Media Art: Step into an immersive projection room where Gaudí's famous stained glass, colorful Trencadís mosaics, and flowing curves surround you. (Best photo spot! 📸)
  • 3. AI Interactive Experience: Don't just look—create! Try the AI interactive zone to design your own Gaudí-inspired architecture using organic shapes and Mediterranean colors.
  • 4. Architecture & Exclusive Merch: The venue itself (Shinsa House) was remodeled by famous Korean architect Seung H-Sang (승효상). Enjoy the contrast of Spanish modernism inside a minimalist Korean space, and don't skip the limited-edition Seoul goods by Yiayia and Friends at the gift shop!
  • 🚨 Essential Pro-Tips for International Students

  • 🎧 Bring Your Own Earphones: The audio guide features narration by famous Korean actor Ryu Seung-ryong (류승룡). Bring wired/wireless earphones so you can listen comfortably on your smartphone! (Check the website for English audio support).
  • 🚇 Take the Subway: Shinsa House is in a busy alley with zero parking. Take Line 3 or Shinbundang Line to Sinsa Station and walk!
  • 🎟️ Check Ticket Prices: Tickets generally start around ₩13,000 KRW, but promotions and student discounts change.
  • Booking: https://feverup.com/m/665616/en
  • ☕️ Make It a Half-Day Course: A Day in Sinsa

    Since Shinsa House is located right next to Garosu-gil, make a full afternoon out of it with your friends:

    Shinsa House (Gaudí Exhibition)Garosu-gil (Shopping & Cafes)Jamwon Han River Park (Sunset Walk) 🌅

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