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Theatre Changdeokgung

Theatre Changdeokgung

창덕궁 소극장 · Seoul · Neighbourhoods & streets

Theatre Changdeokgung is located across from Changdeokgung Palace in the Gugak-ro Special Cultural Zone of Seoul. To recreate the traditional Korean entertainment setting and offer a better view of the stage, the theater is designed with floor seatings facing a platform stage. The theater offers a wide array of performances including samulnori (traditional Korean percussion quartet), traditional Korean music, and madanggeuk (a play infused with traditional music and performances). First time visitors often find the creative and cozy experience create a lasting memory of Korean culture and arts. Also nearby the theater are a number of tourist attractions including Changdeokgung Palace, Unhyeongung Palace, Jongmyo Shrine, and Insa-dong.

TypeNeighbourhoods & streets
RegionSeoul
Address88-1, Donhwamun-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
HoursVaries by performance
AdmissionVaries by performance
ParkingNot available

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

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Within walking distance

Changdeokgung Palace Complex [UNESCO World Heritage Site] (창덕궁과 후원 [유네스코 세계유산])
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Changdeokgung Palace Complex [UNESCO World Heritage Site]

Tteok Museum (떡박물관)
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Tteok Museum

Changdeokgung Injeongmun Gate (창덕궁 인정문)
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Changdeokgung Injeongmun Gate

Ojugine (오죽이네)
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Ojugine

Unhyeongung Royal Residence (서울 운현궁)
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Unhyeongung Royal Residence

Tteulan Teahouse (뜰안)
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Tteulan Teahouse

Ikseon-dong Hanok Street (익선동 한옥거리)
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Ikseon-dong Hanok Street

Teterot Salon (때때롯살롱)
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Teterot Salon