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Historic Palaces

This map stop groups Deoksugung, Changdeokgung and Changgyeonggung. They are separate palaces, not one entrance; the photograph shows Deoksugung. Choose the palace that best fits your day.

Suggested time2–3 hours per palaceAllow extra time for travel and meals.

What to see

  • Deoksugung’s traditional halls and Seokjojeon exterior
  • Changdeokgung’s courtyards and ticketed Secret Garden
  • Changgyeonggung’s halls and garden grounds

A suggested way to explore

For a City Hall day, choose Deoksugung. For Jongno, start with Changdeokgung and add Changgyeonggung only if time allows. Book any timed garden visit first.

Plan your visit

Getting there

City Hall Station for Deoksugung; Anguk Station for Changdeokgung; Hyehwa Station for Changgyeonggung. Search for the individual palace entrance.

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Good to know

Each palace has its own admission and closure arrangements. Secret Garden entry is timed; Seokjojeon interior visits may require reservations. Check official notices for entrance changes.

Before you go

Check official information for opening times, tickets and current programmes.

Official visitor guide 1 ↗Official visitor guide 2 ↗Official visitor guide 3 ↗
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