Changdeokgung became a UNESCO site in 1997. 

Its buildings, ponds, and pavilions blend naturally with the landscape, reflecting Joseon’s beauty. 

Walk through its quiet forest paths as the gates open in the early morning.

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  ○ Peaceful palace morning walk : Enjoy a guided stroll through the quiet morning of Changdeokgung before it opens to the public.

  ○ Guidebook & audio receiver provided : Includes a guidebook with the walking route and a wireless device for on-site commentary.

  ○ Group photo at Buyongji : Take a commemorative group photo and receive a printed copy.

  ○ Traditional Korean sweets gift : A traditional confectionery set will be provided (1 per person, not permitted to eat inside Changdeokgung).

  ○ Course

    - Jeonggak Walk : Geumcheon Bridge → Injeongjeon → Seonjeongjeon → Huijeongdang → Daejojeon → Nakseonjae

Secret Garden Walk : Buyongji Area → Aeryeonji Area → Yeongyeongdang → Observation Area

1. Event Dates : April 28 (Tue) – May 3 (Sun), 2026. One session per day for 5 days.

  ○ April 28 (Tue) is invitation-only and not available for public booking.

2. English Tour Time : 08:00–10:00 (KST, 120 minutes)

  ○ Please arrive at the check-in area at least 10 minutes before your time

3. Booking Period : 2 days before the event (until 23:59 KST)

  ○ Reservation : https://creatrip.com/en/spot/14742

  ○ Reservation Confirmation : Show your Creatrip booking confirmation on-site to enter.

  ○ Reservation Method : Advance booking via Creatrip (maximum 2 tickets per person)

4. Capacity : 40 people per session

  ○ Eligibility : Foreigners only (includes foreign nationals and permanent residents / Korean nationals cannot participate)

5. Age Restriction : 12 and older (born in or before 2013) 

  ○ Children under 12 must be accompanied by a guardian, and each person must have a separate ticket

6. How to Get There

  ○ Address : Royal Culture Festival Information Center, in front of Geumho Gate, Changdeokgung Palace, 99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

  ○ Subway

    - Line 3 Anguk Station Exit 3, about 5 minutes on foot

    - Lines 1, 3, 5 Jongno 3-ga Station Exit 7, about 10 minutes on foot

  ○ Shuttle Bus : 'Seoul Donhwamun Gugakdang' Stop

    - Blue : 109, 151, 162, 171, 172, 272, 710

    - Green : 7025