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Introduction

Located in the heart of Seoul, Changgyeonggung Palace was originally built as Suganggung Palace by the 4th ruler of the Joseon dynasty, King Sejong (r.1418-1450), for his retiring father, King Taejong. It often served as residential quarters for queens and concubines. During the reign of King Seongjong (r.1469-1494), the palace was renovated and renamed to Changgyeonggung Palace. It later became a park with a zoo and a botanical garden during Japanese colonial rule. The palace grounds remained this way until 1983 when restoration of its old grace was completed.
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🗺 Location

185, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

✏ Details

Restrooms

Available

Parking Fees

Standard fare: 2,000 won for 2 hr / 1,000 for every additional 30 min
Minibus and larger: 3,000 won for 2 hr / 1,000 for every additional 30 min
* Free parking when palace is closed

Admission Fees

[International Visitors]
Adults: Individual 1,000 won / Group 800 won
Teenagers & Children: Individual 500 won / Group 400 won

* Adults (ages 19-64) / Teenagers & Children (ages 7-18)
* Group: 10 people or more
* Free admission: Preschoolers (ages 6 and younger), senior citizens (ages 65 and older), visitors wearing hanbok
* Integrated admission ticket is also available and can be purchased separately. Refer to the palace websites for details.

Interpretation Services Offered

English - 11:00, 16:00
Japanese - 10:00, 14:00
Chinese - 09:30, 15:00

* Departure: In front of Okcheongyo Bridge / Duration: Approx. 1 hour
* Groups of 30 people or more are required to make a reservation two days in advance via phone at +82-2-762-4868.

🔎 Information

Inquiries
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-762-4868
Parking Facility
Available (33 parking spaces)
Closed
Mondays
Opening Hours
09:00-21:00 (Last admission 20:00)