NEWS

NEWS



2026 Deoksugung Seokjojeon Night Tour
Writer : 진흥원 관리자 Date : 2026-04-16 조회수 : 1294



[Program]

○ Seokjojeon Night Tour (English-guided) and Original Musical Performance (in Korean)

○ Terrace Café Experience: Each table seats 2 people. Seating will be randomly assigned at the time of reservation, and details will be provided upon check-in.

○ Upon reservation, choose 1 beverage from 4 options: (Hot Coffee / Iced Coffee / Hot Traditional Tea / Iced Traditional Tea)

○ 3 types of desserts (Pound Cake, Financier, Sablé) will be provided on-site.


※ Night tour of Seokjojeon (English guide) → Terrace café experience → Creative musical (in Korean)


At the Seokjojeon 2F Terrace Café, enjoy classical live performances alongside “Gabae” (traditional coffee), traditional tea, and Western-style desserts once favored in the royal palace.


Enjoy a sweet and relaxing tea time while listening to beautiful music under the romantic night view of Deoksugung Seokjojeon.


In the reception hall where distinguished guests were once welcomed, an original musical unfolds, telling the story of the Korean Empire’s royal family.


The Seokjojeon at Night in Deoksugung Palace offers a special opportunity to explore the historic Seokjojeon, experience the flavors and melodies of the royal court, and enjoy a musical performance that tells the story of the Emperor.


Immerse yourself in the beauty of Deoksugung Palace and discover Korean art and culture in a deeper, more meaningful way!


<Seokjojeon Night Tour>

○ For the night tour of Seokjojeon, you’ll be asked to change into slippers, so we recommend wearing shoes that are easy to take on and off.

○ Please note that there are many stairs inside Seokjojeon. 

○ Elevators are available for those with mobility difficulties or using wheelchairs, but additional travel time may limit participation in some parts of the program.


<Terrace Cafe Seating>

○ Each table at the terrace café seats two people. 

○ Seats are assigned on-site on a first-come-first-served basis.


<Terrace Cafe Menu>

○ Three desserts provided on-site

  - Plum Blossom Castella : Castella cake engraved with plum blossom motif

  - Pear Purée Tart : Tart filled with cooked pear purée

  - Mont Blanc Dacquoise : Dacquoise filled with chestnut cream

○ Choose one drink when booking:

  - Gabae Coffee (hot or iced) : Named after the Korean pronunciation of “coffee” in the early 20th century

  - Gambi Tea (Hot) : Healthy tea blend of Job's tears, tangerine peel, buckwheat, and mulberry leaves to support circulation

  - Mulberry Tea (iced) : A refreshing tea made with mulberries and lemon


1. Event Dates : May 1 (Fri) – May 3 (Sun), 2026 (3 days, 6 sessions total, 3 sessions per day)

2. Times (Duration : Approx. 100 minutes)

  ○ Session 1: 18:00 – 19:40

  ○ Session 2: 18:40 – 20:20

  ○ Session 3: 19:15 – 20:55


3. Capacity : Limited to 18 participants per session

4. Booking Period : Until 23:59 (KST), two days before the event

  ○ How to Book : Advance reservation via Creatrip (max 2 tickets per person)

Check-In Time (KST): Begins 20 minutes before each session (must arrive at least 10 minutes early)

https://creatrip.com/en/spot/13948


5. Check-In : Entry allowed after confirming your Creatrip reservation and ID at the on-site check-in desk (physical passport required)

6. Eligibility : Foreigners only (including foreign nationals and permanent residents; Korean companions not allowed)

  ○ Age Limit : Open to ages 7 and up (born in 2019 or earlier). 

  ○ Children under 7 are not allowed for safety reasons. 

  ○ Children and teens (born between 2008 and 2019) must be accompanied by a guardian, and each person must have their own ticket.