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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: +82-2-3700-3904~5
+82-2-738-9171, +82-2-3210-1645~6

Homepage

royalpalace.go.kr (Korean, English)

• 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
  +82-2-3700-3904~5, +82-2-738-9171, +82-2-3210-1645~6
  
  Current Status
  Historic Site No.117 (Designated on January 21, 1963)
  
  Closed
  Tuesdays
  
  Operating Hours
  November-February 09:00-17:00
  March-May 09:00-18:00
  June-August 09:00-18:30
  September-October 09:00-18:00
  
  * 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.
  - 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 / Group (10 people or more): 1,200 won
  
  [Integrated Palace Ticket]
  - Four Palaces (Changdeokgung Palace (including Huwon, Secret Garden), 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.
  
  * Visitors may take a combined tour of Changdeokgung Palace and Changgyeonggung Palace. (Additional ticket must be purchased at Hamyangmun Gate)
  * The Jongmyo Shrine tour will be offered only at specific times during the day, except on Saturdays, when visitors may tour at their leisure. The passage connecting Jongmyo Shrine and Changgyeonggung Palace will be closed to the public.
  
  * Closed Mondays: Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace
  * Closed Tuesdays: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jongmyo Shrine
  
  Facilities for the Handicapped
  * Wheelchair rental service available at Geunjeongmun guard post. * Parking spaces and restrooms (near outside entrance by parking lot) available for people with disabilities. * The main entrance has a wheelchair ramp for easy access.
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Interpretation Services Offered
  Tours depart 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, 12:30, 14:00, 16:00
  
  Pets
  Not permitted
  
  
• Tourist Sites

  • 

    Jongno Cheonggye Special Tourist Zone (종로 청계 관광특구)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Amusement Parks/ Tourist Resorts
    There are ancient palaces well-matched with modern buildings in Jongno Cheonggye Special Tourist Zone. Not only cultural assets from Joseon Dynasty, such as Gye...

  • 

    Gwanghwamun Gate (광화문)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Founded in 1395 by the first king of the Joseon Dynasty, Gwanghwamun is the main gate of Gyeongbukgung Palace. Roughly meaning “may the light of enlightenment b...

  • 

    Seoul City Tour Bus (서울시티투어)

    Region :
    Type :
    Launched in October 13, 2000, the Seoul City Tour Bus introduces tourists to Seoul’s major attractions. The bus departs every 30 minutes from Exit 6 of Gwanghwa...

  • 

    Kukje Gallery (국제갤러리)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
    The Kukje Galley has been committed to presenting the work of significant Korean and international contemporary artists to the public since 1982. The gallery ha...

  • 

    National Folk Museum of Korea (국립민속박물관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Museums
    Located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum of Korea presents over 4,000 historical artifacts that were used in the daily lives of ordinary Ko...

• Accommodation

  • 

    Susong Motel - Goodstay (수송모텔 [우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Susong Motel is located in Jongno-gu, the center of Seoul. It is convenient for tourists to use public transportation because the subway No. 1 Jonggak station a...

  • 

    Saerim Hotel - Goodstay (세림호텔 [우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Saerim Hotel is located in Insa-dong, by far the most popular area in the capital among international tourists. The guestrooms are well maintained and affordabl...

  • 

    Center Mark Hotel (센터마크호텔)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Located in Insa-dong, Center Mark Hotel is a business Hotel with 250 guest rooms.

  • 

    Hotel Sun Bee - Goodstay (호텔썬비(HOTEL SUNBEE) [우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Located in the cultural and art district of Insa-dong, the Sunbee hotel is an “Innostel”, a new concept of hotels developed by the Seoul City Government. These ...

• Restaurants

  • 

    Hwangsaengga Kalguksu (황생가칼국수)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Hwangsaengga Kalguksu (formerly 'Bukchon Kalguksu’) is one of the most popular restaurants on Samcheongdong-gil. The street in front of the restaurant is always...

  • 

    Keungiwajip (큰기와집)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    Keungiwajip is a Korean restaurant specializing in seafood and set menus. The most popular dish is ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated crab). Located within clo...

  • 

    Gogung Tteurak (고궁뜨락)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Bars/ Cafes/ Clubs
    Located on the first floor of the National Palace Museum of Korea, Gogung Tteurak consists of a museum shop and a café. It is open from 9am to 10pm everyday exc...

  • 

    Luden Loquen SPACE (Cafe LN) (카페LN)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Bars/ Cafes/ Clubs
    Luden Loquen SPACE (Cafe LN) is a unique hanok cafe, located at the end of the alley where Bukcheon Hanok Village starts. The cafe is not just an average café w...

  • 

    The Hanok Smith Likes (스미스가 좋아하는 한옥)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    In an alley near the Embassy of the Republic of Poland, the Italian restaurant The Hanok Smith Likes can be found. The restaurant is famous for serving homemade...

• Shopping

  • 

    Tongin Market (통인시장)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Traditional Markets
    Tongin Market dates back to June 1941, as a public market set up for Japanese residents near the Hyoja-dong neighborhood when Korea was still under Japanese rul...

  • 

    Eunnamu (은나무)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Craft Workshops
    Eunnamu specializes in accessories, focusing on the beauty of simple nature and natural lines. It applies Korean traditional patterns to its accessories. The ma...

  • 

    Z.I.Gallery (지아 衣 갤러리)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Z.I.Gallery is a boutique shop by the renowend designer, Zia Kim. Her works have appeared in Seoul Collection, Paris Pretaporter, department stores, and shops a...

  • 

    Gru (그루)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Craft Workshops
    Gru is a shop dedicated to the promotion of Fair Trade items. Items in Gru are made by women living in impoverished areas in Asia. These environment-friendly cl...

  • 

    Insa Art Plaza (인사아트 프라자)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Souvenir Shops
    

• Transportation
  Directions
  [Subway]
  Gyeongbokgung Palace Station (Seoul Subway Line 3), Exit 5
  
  Gwanghwamun Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), Exit 2