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Address

161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 종로구 사직로 161 (세종로)

Type

Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-3700-3900~1,
+82-2-738-9171, +82-2-3210-1645~6

Homepage

royalpalace.go.kr (Korean, English)
www.palaceguide.or.kr (Korean only)
www.rekor.or.kr (Korean only)

• Information
  Introduction
  Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is also commonly referred to as the Northern Palace because its location is furthest north when compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (Eastern Palace) and Gyeonghuigung (Western Palace) Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace is arguably the most beautiful, and remains the largest of all five palaces.
  
  The premises were once destroyed by fire during the Imjin War (Japanese Invasions, 1592-1598). However, all of the palace buildings were later restored under the leadership of Heungseondaewongun during the reign of King Gojong (1852-1919).
  
  Remarkably, the most representative edifices of the Joseon Dynasty, Gyeonghoeru Pavilion and Hyangwonjeong Pond have remained relatively intact. Woldae and the sculptures of Geunjeongjeon (The Royal Audience Chamber) represent past sculptures of contemporary art.
  
  The National Palace Museum of Korea is located south of Heungnyemun Gate, and the National Folk Museum is located on the eastern side within Hyangwonjeong.
  
  Telephone
  +82-2-3700-3900~1, +82-2-738-9171, +82-2-3210-1645~6
  
  Current Status
  Historic Site No.117 (Designated on January 21, 1963)
  
  Closed
  Tuesdays
  
  Operating Hours
  January-February 09:00-17:00
  March-May 09:00-18:00
  June-August 09:00-18:30
  September-October 09:00-18:00
  November-December 09:00-17:00
  
  * Last admission: 1 hr before closing
  * Operating hours are subject to change depending on conditions or circumstances.
  
  Parking Facilities
  Parking lot is located on the left-hand side on the road toward Samcheong-dong from Gwanghwamun Gate. (Inquiries: +82-70-7119-3123)
  - Cars: 240 parking spaces
  - Buses: 50 parking spaces
  
  Admission Fees
  [Korean Citizens]
  Adults (ages 25-64): 3,000 won / Groups (10 people or more): 2,400 won
  
  [International Visitors]
  Adults (ages 19-64): 3,000 won / Groups (10 people or more): 2,400 won
  Children (ages 7-18): 1,500 won / Groups (10 people or more): 1,200 won
  
  [Integrated Palace Ticket]
  - Four Palaces (Changdeokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Gyeongbokgung Palace) and Jongmyo Shrine
  - Ticket is 10,000 won and is valid for use for three month after purchase.
  - Non-refundable upon visiting at least one place.
  
  * Refer to the website for details on free admission
  
  Parking Fees
  First two hours: Small vehicles 3,000 won / Large vehicles 5,000 won
  * 800 won for each additional 10 minutes
  
  * Small vehicles parked at the outside parking lot will be charged at the large vehicle rate.
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Interpretation Services Offered
  Tours depart from in front of the information center at Heungnyemun Gate (흥례문).
  - Duration: About 1 hr-1 hr 30 min
  - Tour Schedule
  English: 11:00, 13:30, 15:30
  Japanese: 10:00, 12:30, 14:30
  Chinese: 10:30, 13:00, 15:00
  
  Reservation Info. for Natives
  Reservation available online
  
  Pets
  Not permitted
  
  
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    Gwanghwamun Gate (광화문)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
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    National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul [MMCA Seoul] (국립현대미술관 (서울관))

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
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    Palais De Seoul (팔레 드 서울)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
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• Accommodation

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    Seochon Guest House (서촌게스트하우스)[한국관광품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
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    Gyeongbokgung 24 Guesthouse 1 (Yeonghuidang) (경복궁24게스트하우스1 (영희당)) [한국관광품질인증/Korea Quality]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
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    Gyeongbokgung 24 Guesthouse 3 (Obokheon) (경복궁24게스트하우스3 (오복헌)) [한국관광품질인증/Korea Quality]

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    Gyeongbokgung 24 Guesthouse 4 (Chilboam) (경복궁24게스트하우스4 (칠보암)) [한국관광품질인증/Korea Quality]

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    Gyeongbokgung 24 Guesthouse 2 (Samhyeongul) (경복궁24게스트하우스2 (삼현굴)) [한국관광품질인증/Korea Quality]

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• Restaurants

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    Italyjae (이태리재)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Western Food
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    The Hanok Smith Likes (스미스가 좋아하는 한옥)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
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    Gogung Tteurak (고궁뜨락)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Bars/ Cafes/ Clubs
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    Hwangsaengga Kalguksu (황생가칼국수)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
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    Hwanghu Myeongga (황후 명가)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
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• Shopping

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    Eunnamu (은나무)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Craft Workshops
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    Lee Seo-yun Hanbok (이서윤한복)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
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    Lieun Craft [Korea Quality]

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    Type : Craft Workshops
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    Dongwha Duty Free Shop (동화면세점)

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    Type : Duty Free Shops
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• Transportation
  Directions
  [Subway]
  Gyeongbokgung Station (Seoul Subway Line 3) and Exit 5.
  Anguk Station (Seoul Subway Line 3) and Exit 1.
  
  [Bus]
  Take Bus No. 1020, 7025,109, 171, 172, 601 or 606 and get off at Gyeongbokgung Palace Bus Stop.
  
  Take Jongno Bus No. 11 and get off at National Folk Musuem of Korea Bus Stop. 마을버스 종로11