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• Information
  Introduction
  Unhyeongung Royal Residence is a historic site located in Unni-dong, Jongno-gu in Seoul. The residence belonged to Heungseon Daewongun, Emperor Gojong's father and was where the emperor-to-be grew up as a child. Although the residence was a private home for the royal family rather than a place for political affairs, some of the most historically important events took place within the walls of Unhyeongung Royal Residence towards the end of the Joseon dynasty.
  
  When Gojong was appointed as king at an early age, Heungseon Daewongun rose in power as king regent. During this time, Unhyeongung Royal Residence went through upscaling renovations, increasing in size and grandeur. After Heungseon Daewongun stepped down from regency, Unhyeongung Royal Residence's reputation slowly deteriorated as the family went through financial difficulties and could not afford to maintain the facilities. The ownership of the residence was confiscated by the Japanese administration in 1912, then returned to Heungseon Daewongun's descendants in 1948. The complex was then purchased by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, followed by renovation efforts in 1993 to recover and preserve whatever was left of the historical site.
  
  Current Status
  Historic Site (Designated on November 22, 1977)
  
  Closed
  Mondays (Open if Monday is a public holiday)
  
  Activity Information
  [Traditional Clothing Experience]
  Visitors can try on traditional clothes and take photos within the complex
  - Venue: Planned exhibition hall
  - Schedule: April-October 10:00-18:00 / November-March 10:00-17:00
  * Not available when Unhyeongung Royal Residence is closed
  
  Operating Hours
  April-October 09:00-19:00 / November-March 09:00-18:00
  * Last admission 30 min before closing
  
  Parking Facilities
  Not available
  
  Admission Fees
  Free
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Interpretation Services Offered
  Audio guide available in English, Japanese, and Chinese
  - Operating hours: April-October 09:00-18:00 / November-March 09:00-17:00
  - Rental fee: 1,100 won
  
  * Rent an audio guide and listen while walking through Unhyeongung Royal Residence.
  * Purchase a voucher for the audio guide rental at the ticket booth and exchange voucher with the audio guide at the audio guide rental counter.
  * A valid ID, including passport, must be submitted for audio guide rental. It will be returned when the audio guide is turned in.
  * Storage of personal belongings are not allowed at the counter.
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Theatre Changdeokgung (창덕궁 소극장)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Auditoriums
    Theatre Changdeokgung is located across from Changdeokgung Palace in the Gugak-ro Special Cultural Zone of Seoul. To recreate the traditional Korean entertainme...

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    Yoo’s Family (유즈패밀리)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Transmit Culture Institutions
    Yoo’s Family is hanok residence occupied by the Yoo family. Yoo's Family offers cultural experiences for foreigners interested in Korean culture and customs.

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    Dynamic Maze (Insa-dong) (다이나믹 메이즈(서울 인사동점))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Others
    Dynamic Maze is exactly what it sounds like: a vast maze requiring a variety of skills to complete tasks and find the exit. This indoor maze course has obstacle...

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    Alive Museum - Insa-dong Branch (박물관은 살아있다 (인사동점))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Museums
    With an area over 1,280 ㎡, Alive Museum is located in Insa-dong, a neighborhood known for its mixture of historical and modern atmosphere. Exhibitions include o...

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    Bukchon Hanok Village (북촌한옥마을)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Old Houses/ Birth houses/Folk Villages
    Surrounded by Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, Bukchon Hanok Village is home to hundreds of traditional houses, called hanok, that...

• Accommodation

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    Moonguesthouse [Korea Quality] / 문게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    The Moon Guesthouse is situated near a number of interesting tourist destinations including Unhyeongung Palace (3min on foot), Bukchon Hanok Village (5min on fo...

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    Sieunjae [Korea Quality] / 시은재 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Located in Gyeongun-dong, Jongno-gu at the very heart of Seoul, Sieunjae is a hanok with a longstanding tradition. It has three guestrooms including the anbang...

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    The Place Seoul (traditional Korean-style guesthouse) [Korea Quality] / 멀티스페이스 곳 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    “The Place Seoul” is located in a small alley in Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul. It is a guesthouse made by remodeling an 80-year-old traditional Korean house. ...

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    Inwoohouse [Korea Quality] / 인우하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Run by a couple hailing from Bukchon, Inwoo House is located in an alleyway in Gye-dong, Jongno-gu, which is part of Bukchon that is well-known for old hanok ho...

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    Hotel Crown Insadong (호텔 크라운-인사동)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Hotel Crown is a premier hotel that was renovated in May 2002. The hotel is in close proximity to Jongno and Insa-dong, making it a convenient place to stay for...

• Restaurants

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    Park's BBQ (박사네갈비)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    A barbecue specialty restaurant located in Insa-dong, Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled Korean beef sirloin. A restaurant where you can enjoy the highest-q...

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    Jirisan Restaurant (지리산)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Jirisan is one of the representative Korean restaurants in Insa-dong, an area known for its traditional culture. One of the trademarks of this restaurant, besid...

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    After Work 33 (에프터워크33)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Western Food
    Well-known for its charming garden and stylish interior design. The best menu at this restaurant is risotto. This is a Western cuisine located in Jongno, Seoul....

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    Insadong Sagwanamu (인사동사과나무)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Western Food
    This is where you can dine on the outdoor terrace. This restaurant's signature menu is steak. This Western dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seoul.

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    Kimchigol Well-being Bapsang(김치골웰빙밥상)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    A restaurant where you can try kimchi, a Korean traditional dish, and meat. The representative menu is napa wraps with pork. This is a Korean cuisine located in...

• Shopping

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    Gallery Park Young Sook - Atelier Seoul (박영숙요 (아틀리에서울))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Craft Workshops
    Gallery Park Young Sook (Atelier Seoul) is the gallery of the modern potter, Park Young Sook. The gallery displays and sells white porcelain representing the Jo...

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    Tong-In Store (통인가게)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
    Tong-In Store is the oldest traditional crafts shopping center in Korea. It is home to over 100 shops that sell ancient and contemporary traditional crafts, as ...

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    Insa Art Plaza (인사아트 프라자)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
    

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    Isae (이새)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Targetting middle-aged customers and senior citizens, Isae only uses chemical-free fabrics. Natural fabrics and dyeing characterize clothing in Isae along with ...

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    Arirang Master Crafts Shop (아리랑명품관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
    Arirang Master Crafts Shop is a comprehensive shopping center dealing with traditional Korean crafts. It covers traditional crafts by famous artists, pottery fo...

• Transportation

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