Visiting museums is a wonderful way to experience Korean culture and history. This guide provides essential Korean phrases for inquiring about and signing up for museum tours (미술관 투어 – mi-sul-gwan tu-eo). Learn how to ask about tour availability, make reservations, and confirm details to enhance your museum visit in Korea.
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Core Expression
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Expression: 미술관 투어 신청하기
Pronunciation: mi-sul-gwan tu-eo sin-cheong-ha-gi
Meaning: Signing up for a museum tour
Inquiring About Tours
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Expression: 미술관 투어가 있나요?
Pronunciation: mi-sul-gwan tu-eo-ga it-na-yo?
Meaning: Is there a museum tour available? -
Expression: 도슨트 투어를 신청하고 싶어요.
Pronunciation: do-seun-teu tu-eo-reul sin-cheong-ha-go si-peo-yo.
Meaning: I’d like to sign up for a docent tour. -
Expression: 가이드 투어는 언제 있나요?
Pronunciation: ga-i-deu tu-eo-neun eon-je it-na-yo?
Meaning: When are the guided tours? -
Expression: 투어 시간표를 볼 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo si-gan-pyo-reul bol su i-sseul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Can I see the tour schedule? -
Expression: 어떤 종류의 투어가 있나요?
Pronunciation: eo-tteon jong-nyu-ui tu-eo-ga it-na-yo?
Meaning: What kinds of tours are available? -
Expression: 영어 투어도 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: yeong-eo tu-eo-do ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is an English tour also available? -
Expression: 투어는 무료인가요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo-neun mu-ryo-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is the tour free? -
Expression: 투어 요금이 얼마예요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo yo-geum-i eol-ma-ye-yo?
Meaning: How much is the tour fee? -
Expression: 투어는 얼마나 걸리나요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo-neun eol-ma-na geol-li-na-yo?
Meaning: How long does the tour take? -
Expression: 예약이 필요한가요?
Pronunciation: ye-yag-i pil-yo-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is a reservation required? -
Expression: 현장 신청도 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: hyeon-jang sin-cheong-do ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is on-site registration possible? -
Expression: 투어 시작 장소가 어디인가요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo si-jak jang-so-ga eo-di-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: Where is the starting point for the tour?
Making a Reservation
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Expression: 미술관 투어를 예약하고 싶습니다.
Pronunciation: mi-sul-gwan tu-eo-reul ye-yak-ha-go sip-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I would like to reserve a museum tour. -
Expression: [날짜] [시간] 투어를 신청할 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: [nal-jja] [si-gan] tu-eo-reul sin-cheong-hal su i-sseul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Can I sign up for the tour on [Date] at [Time]? (e.g., 10월 5일 오후 2시 – si-wol o-il o-hu du-si) -
Expression: 성인 두 명 예약 부탁드립니다.
Pronunciation: seong-in du myeong ye-yak bu-tak-deu-rim-ni-da.
Meaning: Please reserve for two adults. -
Expression: 총 몇 명인가요?
Pronunciation: chong myeot myeong-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: How many people in total? -
Expression: 예약하려면 어떻게 해야 하나요?
Pronunciation: ye-yak-ha-ryeo-myeon eo-tteo-ke hae-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: How can I make a reservation? -
Expression: 전화로 예약할 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: jeon-hwa-ro ye-yak-hal su it-na-yo?
Meaning: Can I make a reservation by phone? -
Expression: 온라인 예약이 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: on-la-in ye-yag-i ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is online reservation possible? -
Expression: 이름과 연락처를 알려드릴게요.
Pronunciation: i-reum-gwa yeol-lak-cheo-reul al-lyeo-deu-ril-kke-yo.
Meaning: I will give you my name and contact information. -
Expression: 예약 확인 이메일을 보내주세요.
Pronunciation: ye-yak hwak-in i-me-il-eul bo-nae-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please send a confirmation email. -
Expression: 예약 변경/취소는 어떻게 하나요?
Pronunciation: ye-yak byeon-gyeong/chwi-so-neun eo-tteo-ke ha-na-yo?
Meaning: How can I change/cancel the reservation? -
Expression: 예약 마감되었나요?
Pronunciation: ye-yak ma-gam-doe-eot-na-yo?
Meaning: Is the reservation closed/full? -
Expression: 대기자 명단에 올려주실 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: dae-gi-ja myeong-dan-e ol-lyeo-ju-sil su it-na-yo?
Meaning: Can you put me on the waiting list?
Asking for Details
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Expression: 투어는 어떤 언어로 진행되나요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo-neun eo-tteon eon-eo-ro jin-haeng-doe-na-yo?
Meaning: What language is the tour conducted in? -
Expression: 투어에 입장료가 포함되어 있나요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo-e ip-jang-nyo-ga po-ham-doe-eo it-na-yo?
Meaning: Is the admission fee included in the tour? -
Expression: 투어 인원은 최대 몇 명인가요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo in-won-eun choe-dae myeot myeong-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: What is the maximum number of people for the tour? -
Expression: 어린이도 투어에 참여할 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: eo-rin-i-do tu-eo-e cham-yeo-hal su it-na-yo?
Meaning: Can children participate in the tour? -
Expression: 투어 시작 10분 전까지 와주세요.
Pronunciation: tu-eo si-jak sip-bun jeon-kka-ji wa-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts. -
Expression: 투어 중에 사진 촬영이 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo jung-e sa-jin chwal-yeong-i ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is photography allowed during the tour? -
Expression: 특별 전시 투어도 있나요?
Pronunciation: teuk-byeol jeon-si tu-eo-do it-na-yo?
Meaning: Is there a special exhibition tour as well? -
Expression: 휠체어 사용자도 투어 참여가 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: hwil-che-eo sa-yong-ja-do tu-eo cham-yeo-ga ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Can wheelchair users participate in the tour? -
Expression: 투어 관련 문의사항이 있습니다.
Pronunciation: tu-eo gwal-lyeon mun-ui-sa-hang-i it-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I have some questions regarding the tour. -
Expression: 가이드 분 성함이 어떻게 되시나요?
Pronunciation: ga-i-deu bun seong-ham-i eo-tteo-ke doe-si-na-yo?
Meaning: What is the guide’s name? -
Expression: 투어 코스를 미리 알 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: tu-eo ko-seu-reul mi-ri al su i-sseul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Can I know the tour route in advance?
Korean Culture Notes
Reservations Recommended: While some museums allow on-site tour registration, popular tours, especially those in foreign languages or during peak season, often require advance booking. It’s always safer to reserve online or by phone beforehand.
Docent (도슨트 – do-seun-teu) Tours: Many larger Korean museums offer docent-led tours, often conducted by knowledgeable volunteers. These can provide deeper insights than standard guided tours. Check the museum’s website for schedules.
Punctuality: Being on time is important in Korea. Aim to arrive at the designated meeting point at least 5-10 minutes before the scheduled tour start time.
Photography Rules: Museum policies on photography vary. Some allow photos without flash, while others prohibit it entirely, especially in special exhibition areas. Always check the rules or ask the guide (사진 찍어도 돼요? – sa-jin jji-geo-do dwae-yo? – Is it okay to take pictures?).
Group Dynamics: Korean tours often involve moving together as a group. Try to stay with your guide and avoid wandering off to ensure you don’t miss important explanations or get separated.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: A visitor (A) calls a museum to inquire about and book an English-language tour.
Roles: A: Visitor, B: Museum Staff
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Expression: B: 네, 국립중앙박물관입니다. 무엇을 도와드릴까요?
Pronunciation: ne, gung-nip-jung-ang-bang-mul-gwan-im-ni-da. mu-eo-seul do-wa-deu-ril-kka-yo?
Meaning: Yes, this is the National Museum of Korea. How may I help you? -
Expression: A: 안녕하세요, 영어 가이드 투어에 대해 문의하고 싶습니다.
Pronunciation: an-nyeong-ha-se-yo, yeong-eo ga-i-deu tu-eo-e dae-hae mun-ui-ha-go sip-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: Hello, I’d like to inquire about the English guided tour. -
Expression: B: 네, 영어 투어는 매일 오후 2시에 있습니다. 예약이 필요합니다.
Pronunciation: ne, yeong-eo tu-eo-neun mae-il o-hu du-si-e it-seum-ni-da. ye-yag-i pil-yo-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: Yes, the English tour is held every day at 2 PM. Reservations are required. -
Expression: A: 그럼 다음 주 화요일 오후 2시 투어를 예약하고 싶어요. 성인 한 명입니다.
Pronunciation: geu-reom da-eum ju hwa-yo-il o-hu du-si tu-eo-reul ye-yak-ha-go si-peo-yo. seong-in han myeong-im-ni-da.
Meaning: Then I’d like to reserve the tour for next Tuesday at 2 PM. One adult. -
Expression: B: 네, 다음 주 화요일 오후 2시, 성인 한 분 예약 가능합니다. 성함과 연락처를 말씀해 주시겠어요?
Pronunciation: ne, da-eum ju hwa-yo-il o-hu du-si, seong-in han bun ye-yak ga-neung-ham-ni-da. seong-ham-gwa yeol-lak-cheo-reul mal-sseum-hae ju-si-ge-sseo-yo?
Meaning: Yes, reservation is possible for one adult next Tuesday at 2 PM. Could you please tell me your name and contact number? -
Expression: A: 이름은 [Your Name]이고, 전화번호는 [Your Phone Number]입니다. 투어는 무료인가요?
Pronunciation: i-reum-eun [Your Name]-i-go, jeon-hwa-beon-ho-neun [Your Phone Number]-im-ni-da. tu-eo-neun mu-ryo-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: My name is [Your Name], and my phone number is [Your Phone Number]. Is the tour free? -
Expression: B: 네, 가이드 투어는 무료입니다. 입장권만 구매하시면 됩니다. 투어 시작 10분 전까지 1층 안내데스크 앞으로 와주세요.
Pronunciation: ne, ga-i-deu tu-eo-neun mu-ryo-im-ni-da. ip-jang-gwon-man gu-mae-ha-si-myeon doem-ni-da. tu-eo si-jak sip-bun jeon-kka-ji il-cheung an-nae-de-seu-keu ap-eu-ro wa-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Yes, the guided tour is free. You just need to purchase an admission ticket. Please come to the information desk on the 1st floor 10 minutes before the tour starts. -
Expression: A: 알겠습니다. 예약 감사합니다!
Pronunciation: al-get-seum-ni-da. ye-yak gam-sa-ham-ni-da!
Meaning: I understand. Thank you for the reservation!
Practice Tips
Booking a museum tour is a great practical task for practicing your Korean! Try role-playing the conversation above with a friend or language partner~ You can also visit the websites of famous Korean museums like the National Museum of Korea (국립중앙박물관 – gung-nip-jung-ang-bang-mul-gwan) or the Leeum Museum of Art (리움 미술관 – ri-um mi-sul-gwan) to see their tour information and practice reading the schedules and requirements. Don’t be afraid to call and ask questions using the phrases you learned today. 화이팅 (hwa-i-ting – You can do it)!
