Changgyeonggung Palace

창경궁 · Seoul · Palaces & heritage

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.

Getting there

From Korea Tourism Organization open data. Hours and admission change with the season and on public holidays — confirm with the venue before a long trip.

What's on nearby

Events run on fixed dates — check these against your own trip. Trip Planner shows everything on for the days you are in Korea.

• Oct 16, 2026 – Dec 6, 20262026 아르코미술관 특별기획전 《소장품, 시대의 장면들》 · 600 m walk
• Sep 5, 2025 – Dec 27, 2026Go Hui-dong House Museum: Evergreen — The Character of the Scholar · 800 m walk
• Nov 7, 2026박희수의 정가 <설화(說花)> 말은 입김이 되어 눈꽃처럼 흩어진다 · 500 m walk
• Oct 28, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026QUAD, Questions of Theatre: Dance of Revolution · 800 m walk

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ARKO Art Center

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Changdeokgung Palace Complex [UNESCO World Heritage Site]

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Jongno Cheonggye Special Tourist Zone

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Theatre Changdeokgung

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Hyangnamu Tree in Changdeokgung Palace