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Gyeongbokgung Palace

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Closed Open from 1/1-2/28,Mon,Wed-Sun,9:00am-5:00pm;Open from 3/1-5/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,9:00am-6:00pm;Open from 6/1-8/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,9:00am-6:30pm;Open from 9/1-10/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,9:00am-6:00pm;Open from 11/1-12/31,Mon,Wed-Sun,9:00am-5:00pm;Closed on Tue

Recommended Sightseeing Time: 2 hours

Address: 161 Sajik-ro, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Official website: http://www.royalpalace.go.kr/

Phone: +82-2-37003900

What people are saying:

The most beautiful palace in seoul, a great tips is to rent an hanbok (traditional clothing), if you do so, the entry to the palace is free. Moreover, you can enjoy visiting this place in the closing people where wearing then. No need to feel strange about it a lot of people are doing so, the fees of renting it is between 10 000 ₩ to 35 000₩ depending the model and the place you choose.

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Gyeongbokgung Palace intoxicated and never returned. This is the Gyeongbokgung. How yesterday with completely different around to the main entrance of Gyeongbok Palace, full of people from the North Korean house village, at a time midday, the sun is shining, people met to celebrate the festival on the square, traditional dance with hip-hop, like the tiles with cement, nothing can go - has been missing, NG many times, it is not a step away from the inconsistent, awkward stage on her dress - there is a lot of joy, even if it is such a mutual dislike of sitting on ladder on mutual hate the blue skies - Gyeongbokgung versions of those years after those in Hualien environmental park, but the difference is that the last encounter a group of high school students, brazen pretend peers, but this time we are accompanied with through always such buddies and girlfriends to about a little holiday, and girlfriends to Gyeongbok Palace to a return journey through.

Rachel

The duty of the officers and soldiers that guarded the gate in Dynastic Korea was to safeguard the safety of the King in the palace. The gate keepers systematically opened and closed Gwanghwamun according to a predetermined established schedule. Today, in Gwanghwamun square before Gyeongbokgung Palace, the official gatekeeper changing ceremony has been recreated. In addition to military uniforms, weapons, and various decorations of the Joseon period, there are byzantine and rigorous changing of the guard ceremonies and etc., which are all recreated in Gyeongbokgung Palace. When we went to Gwanghwamun it had just turned 10 o’clock. Once we emerged from the subway station loud drumming sounds were immediately audible, following the sound we were able to arrive at Gyeongbokgung, where at that time there was already a crowd of onlookers behind the security line, watching a magnificent sight. Gyeongbokgung Palace, which is the Forbidden City of Korea, has a history that is longer than 600 years. There are 3 changing of the guard ceremonies that are performed each day in Gwanghwamun that is in front of Gyeongbokgung Palace, at: 10:00, 13:00, and 15:00, each ceremony lasts about 20 minutes. The changing of the guard ceremony at Gyeongbokgung Palace is an activity that popularizes traditional court culture.

Coco Wang

Changing of the Royal Guards Ceremony Lucky me to witness this. This ceremony has a time slot so be sure to be in the area. The attires and armors are so colorful. #tripmoments #holidayvacation #tripinspired

MaRo Fernandez

#tripaway Coming to this palace is free if you dress up in Hanbok. There are stores nearby for you to rent these dresses, accessories and get your hair done with said accessories. At the time, everything was about 25,000 won for a couple of hours. The earlier you go, the less of a big crowd you'll be around for pictures. Everyone is taking aesthetic pictures and will give you a hand or want to take pictures woth you. Keep that vibe going! #tripaway

E29***96

Additional Information

Introduction

Gyeongbokgung Palace is located in a corner of central Seoul, the first palace constructed during the Joseon Dynasty. Gyeongbokgung features gorgeous scenery all year round, with cherry blossoms in the spring, green trees in summer, ginkgo trees in autumn, and pearly white snow in winter. Korean dramas, such as "Da Jang Geum", "The House of Kings", and "You from the Stars" have all been filmed here. The east side of Gyeongbokgung Palace is Geonchunmun Gate, with Yeongchumun in the west, Sinmumun in the north, and Gwanghwamun in the south. Gwanghwamun Gate is the main entrance to the palace, featuring exquisite craftsmanship, clever architecture, and a magnificent stylistic design. The changing of the guard ceremony is certainly worth a watch.

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D30***31

a perfect place for photo ops! the Hanbok rentals are outside the palace but you can get in the palace for free if you wear traditional clothing in!

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_We***77

This was the busiest but also one of the most beautiful palaces. I loved every minute spent here! I was lucky enough to arrive just before the free English guided tour around the palace which was excellent and highly informative. They give free tours in English, Chinese and Korean so be sure to look up what times these are.

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The Gyeongbokgung Palace is the biggest and best of the four palaces in Seoul . It is the only one of the four palaces to be opened on Monday. the atea it covers s quite large so you should plan at least three hours here . the late afternoon seems to have the least amount of crowds . There is a smsll heritage village attached to explore . There is a museum to explore as well. The garden area is under construction but should reopen soon . There is a small fee for entry . if you have only enough time for one palace in Seoul , then pick this one .

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_We***84

Very nice for a visit! Recommend going earlier in the day to avoid being out in the sun as there wasnt too much shade. You fan buy tickets when you arrive through the front gates. There are free English a few times a day. I didnt do one as their pamphlets were very informative.

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