Sights · 464 Samil-daero,
Unhyeongung Royal Residence (서울 운현궁)
Visit info
- Hours
- April-October: 09:00–19:00 / November-March: 09:00-18:00* Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Refer to the offical website for updates.
- Closed
- Mondays (closed the next business day if Monday is a holiday)
- Information
- +82-2-766-9090
- Parking
- Not available
About
Located near the Gyeongbokgung Palace, Unhyeongung Palace was a residence of royalty in Joseon period. It was the place where Gojong (1582-1919, reign 1864-1907), king of Joseon (1392-1897) and emperor of the Korean Empire (1897-1910), was born in, as well as the place where Heungseon Daewongun (1821-1898), his father, had resided in. Buildings include Noandang Hall, Norakdang Hall, and Irodang Hall. The Royal Residence offers programs like traditional weddings and traditional culture experiences, while the exhibition hall showcases Joseon-era artifacts.
Getting there
464 Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI). Details can change; check the official site before you go.