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• Information
  Introduction
  Built in 1395, Gyeongbokgung Palace is 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). 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 (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 the pond around Hyangwonjeong Pavilion have remained relatively intact. The raised dias and stone markers of Geunjeongjeon showcase the representative art style of their time.
  
  The National Palace Museum of Korea is located south of Heungnyemun Gate, and the National Folk Museum is located on the eastern side of Hyangwonjeong Pavillion.
  
  Current Status
  Historic Site (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 one hour before closing
  * Operating hours are subject to change due to unforseen circumstances
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  
  Admission Fees
  Individuals - Adults 3,000 won / Children 1,500 won
  Groups - Adults 2,400 won / Children 1,200 won
  
  * Adults (ages 19-64) / Children (ages 7-18)
  * Groups: 10 people or more
  * Free admission: Preschoolers (ages 6 and younger), senior citizens (ages 65 and older), people wearing hanbok, all visitors the last Wednesday of every month (Culture day)
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Parking Fees
  First two hours: Small vehicles 3,000 won / Large vehicles 5,000 won
  * 800 won for each additional 10 minutes
  * Free for vehicles leaving within 30 minutes
  
  Interpretation Services Offered
  Tours depart from in front of the information center at Heungnyemun Gate.
  - 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
  
  
• Forecast
• Tourist Sites

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    Gwanghwamun Gate (광화문)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Palaces/ Fortresses/ Gates
    Built in 1395 under the reign of King Taejo, the first king of the Joseon dynasty, Gwanghwamun Gate is the southern gate of Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is also the...

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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
    The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul (MMCA Seoul) opened in 2013 as a branch location of the MMCA, opened in 1986 in Gwacheon. The museum s...

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    Palais de Seoul (팔레 드 서울)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
    Palais de Seoul is an art gallery that first opened in January 2010 in Tongui-dong, in Seochon next to Gyeongbokgung Palace. It is a rising hub of culture and a...

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    Africa Museum of Art (아프리카미술관)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Art Museums/ Art Galleries
    The Africa Museum of Art was established with the purpose of hosting various art festivals and providing the grounds for researching various art themes. A major...

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    Gwanghwamun Square (광화문광장)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Parks
    Gwanghwamun Square is a public square with over 600 years of history. Located at the center of Sejong-ro Road, it focuses on people first, cars later. With Gyeo...

• Accommodation

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    Seochon Guest House [Korea Quality] / 서촌 게스트하우스 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Seochon Guest House is located in Seochon, which is becoming a hot place for tourists in Seoul, and precisely on the road to Suseong Valley, whichis filled with...

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    Hanok 24 guesthouse Gyeongbokgung [Korea Quality] / 경복궁24게스트하우스 1(영희당) [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Yeonghuidang, meaning ‘eternal happiness’, was named with the wish that every day will be a happy day for guests. It consists of two rooms with a communal kitc...

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    Hanok 24guesthouse Gyeongbokgung(Ohbokheon) [Korea Quality] / 경복궁24게스트하우스3(오복헌) [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Seoul still retains its old appearance in certain areas, representatively the area around Gyeongbokgugng Palace in Jongno-gu. Gyeongbokgung Palace is surrounde...

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    Hanok 24guesthouse Gyeongbokgung(Chilboam) [Korea Quality] / 경복궁24게트하우스4 (칠보암) [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Located on an alley of Seochon, Gyeongbokgung 24 Guesthouse ‘Chilboam’ is a clean and pleasant hanok structure that was opened in 2016. Chilboam consists of th...

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    Hanok 24guesthouse Gyeongbokgung(Samhyungul) [Korea Quality] / 경복궁24게스트하우스2 (삼현굴) [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Hanok
    Seoul still retains its old appearance in certain areas, representatively the area around Gyeongbokgugng Palace in Jongno-gu. Gyeongbokgung Palace is surrounde...

• Restaurants

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    Italyjae (이태리재)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Western Food
    Itaejae, located in a refined side street in Sogyeok-dong, offers authentic traditional Venetian-style Italian cuisine at a reasonable price.

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    The Hanok Smith Likes (스미스가 좋아하는 한옥)

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

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    Dugahun (두가헌)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Western Food
    The wine restaurant, dugahun, is located in the backyard of Gallery Hyundai on Samcheong-dong Road. As the name Dugahun, translated ‘a very beautiful house’, im...

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    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 09:00 to 18:00 during th...

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    Keungiwajip (큰기와집)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Korean Food
    It’s a 2018 Michelin Guide restaurant. The best menu at this restaurant is soy sauce marinated crab. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jongno-gu, Seou...

• Shopping

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    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 traditional Korean patterns to its accessories. The ma...

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    Lee Seo-yun Hanbok (이서윤한복)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Lee Seo-yun Hanbok seeks hanbok that blends both traditional Korean and western designs. It not only weaves fabrics for its own hanbok, but dyes them as well. T...

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    Dongwha Duty Free Shop (동화면세점)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Duty Free Shops
    Dongwha Duty Free offers only the world’s best brands for sale. Visitors can shop for the latest popular brands in perfume, cosmetics, accessories, leather good...

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    Cheongwadae Sarangchae Souvenir Shop (청와대 사랑채 기념품점)

    Region : Jongno-gu Seoul
    Type : Shops/Malls
    Located in one of Korea's most representative cultural attractions, Cheongwadae Sarangchae, this souvenir shop sells various cultural and special products that ...

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    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...

• Transportation

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