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Gyeongbokgung Palace

Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Hyangwonjeong Pavilion at Gyeongbokgung Palace · September 2026
Reference photo: Hyangwonjeong Pavilion at Gyeongbokgung Palace · September 2026
Photo Sources and Permissions · 2026-09-09
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What Is This Place?

Gyeongbokgung Palace is a national heritage site in Jongno, Seoul, where visitors can explore the palace spaces of the Joseon dynasty by following routes through halls and courtyards. It suits travellers who want to focus on architecture and traces of palace administration.

Excerpt from the Official Description

Gyeongbokgung Palace is the largest of the royal palaces built during the Joseon period. Located on Hanyang's central axis, it served as a major palace of the Joseon dynasty.

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Exploring the palace spaces on foot

Gyeongbokgung Palace is a place to understand the spatial composition of a palace by walking through its main halls and courtyards. Official guided tours cover the main halls with a guide's explanation, so you can plan separately for a guided tour or a self-guided route.

Distinguishing general admission from reservation programmes

General adult admission costs KRW 3,000, and Gyeongbokgung Palace has different opening hours by season. Integrated reservations include programmes requiring separate applications, such as Korean-language group guided tours, youth group visits, and special visits to Gyeonghoeru and Hyangwonjeong; check the reservation conditions separately for general admission and the programme you want.

Location

To get to Gyeongbokgung Palace, look up the address 03045 서울 종로구 사직로 161 (세종로, 경복궁) on the map. Check that both the place name and address match.

What to Know Before Visiting

Find the actual entrance on the map, and check official information before departure for operating status and entry conditions.

Questions Before Visiting

Where is Gyeongbokgung Palace?

The recorded address is 03045 서울 종로구 사직로 161 (세종로, 경복궁). Compare the name and address on a map to choose your actual arrival point. The Korean name to search on the map is “경복궁”. Use the map button to check the location and show the Korean name and address card to the driver.

How can I check opening hours and admission fees for Gyeongbokgung Palace?

Opening hours: January~February and November~December 09:00~17:00 (last admission 16:00), March~May and September~October 09:00~18:00 (last admission 17:00), June~August 09:00~18:30 (last admission 17:30). · Admission: General individual adult admission (Korean nationals aged 25~64, foreign nationals aged 19~64) is KRW 3,000. — Check the official place information above for opening hours, fees and reservation conditions on your visit date. The record check date may differ from your visit date.

What are the reservation conditions before visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace?

General adult admission costs KRW 3,000, and Gyeongbokgung Palace has different opening hours by season. Integrated reservations include programmes requiring separate applications, such as Korean-language group guided tours, youth group visits, and special visits to Gyeonghoeru and Hyangwonjeong; check the reservation conditions separately for general admission and the programme you want.

Seoul Itineraries Including This Place

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