K-Royal Palaces PASS | |
Main Benefit | - Unlimited access to Five Grand Palaces in Seoul (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung and Gyeonghuigung) and Jongmyo Shrine during K-Royal Culture Festival (October 9 ~ 13)![]() - 1-time admission to Gyeongbokgung night opening (October 10 ~ 13) *Night opening time: 7:00pm~9:30pm (Last entry: 8:30pm) *On October 9, night opening is available only for those wearing Hanbok due to the K-Royal Culture Festival special event. *The night opening ticket will be provided along with the K-Royal Palaces PASS (physical ticket). *Submit the ticket at the entrance of Heungnyemun Gate. (You must present your K-Royal Palaces PASS) *Entry is not allowed without the K-Royal Palaces PASS. ![]() - Limited-edition T-money transportation card (for buses and subways) with 3,000won credit *The K-Royal Palaces PASS functions as a T-money card usable on all subways and buses in Seoul. *It can also be used as various locations where T_money cards are accepted, such as convenience stores. *T-money usage guide: https://pay.tmoney.co.kr/ncs/pct/ugd/ReadFrgnGd.dev ![]() |
Major festival events you shouldn't miss *Some events, like performances, require separate reservations. *Event details will be updated on the official website 1 week before the festival starts: www.chf.or.kr/fest/en ![]() [Experience] Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang) When: October 9 / 7:00pm~9:00pm Where: Gyeongbokgung Palace - A special day at Gyeongbokgung Palace! Enjoy the celebrations of the festival's 10th anniversary in the dress code: Hanbok. Admire the beauty of Hanbok in the evening at the palace. [Experience] Royal Tailor (Sangeuiwon) When: October 9~13 / 10:00am~5:00pm Where: Gyeongbokgung Palace - The Joseon royal tailor, Sangeuiwon of Gyeongbokgung Palace, returns! Learn about the history of traditional attire through needlework experiences with Korea's certified intangible heritage artisans, beautiful exhibitions, and unique reenactments. [Exhibition] Beautiful Hanbok Photo Exhibition When: October 9~13 / 10:00am~5:00pm Where: Gyeongbokgung Palace - See Hanbok photos taken at the five major palaces and Jongmyo Shrine at Gyeongbokgung Palace's Gyeojodang Hall! Enjoy 50 award-winning Hanbok photos from the photo contest. [Exhibition] Changgyeonggung Moonlight Lotus Show When: October 9~13 / 7:00pm~9:00pm Where: Changgyeonggung Palace - Experience media art in the palace that blends light, the palace's natural scenery, and cutting-edge visual technology. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Changgyeonggung's Chundangji Pond harmonized with water and light. ![]() [Performance] Palace Concert: Classical Meets Traditional Music When: October 9~12 / 1:00pm, 4:00pm Where: Changgyeonggung Palace - Experience a special crossover performance at Tongmyeongjeon Hall, the queen's bed chamber and venue for Joseon Dynasty court banquets. We invite you to a K-concert where traditional Korean music (pungryu), classical music, and traditional dance cross over at Netflix's "Kingdom" filming location, Tongmyeongjeon Hall. [Experience] (Online) Genre Painting for All When: September 13~October 27 Access page: pungsokdo.com - Create your own digital character in beautiful Korean palaces. Likened to the genre painting style of the painter Kim Hong-do of the Joseon Dynasty, the 2024 Genre Painting for All lets you create and show off unique characters! | |
Discount Benefit | - 10% discount at 'Sarang' (Korean souvenir shops located in Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Incheon Airport Terminal 1, Korea House, and National Assembly Constitution Memorial Hall) - 10% discount at Korea House (Korean restaurant) *Requires advance reservation: https://www.kh.or.kr/kh/eng |
Pick-up Location | Gyeongbokgung Information Center - Next to the Gyeongbokgung ticket office (map) - Opening hours: October 9 (Wed) ~ 13 (Sun), from 10:00am to 5:00pm *Please present your ID (passport) and reservation confirmation (QR code). |