The K-Royal Culture Festival Spring 2025 presents a brand-new program, <Welcome, You in Hanbok>, designed for couples visiting the palaces.

Dress in traditional hanbok and become lovers from the Joseon Dynasty,

strolling together through the beautiful scenery of Changgyeonggung Palace and the Secret Garden of Changdeokgung Palace.

Enjoy royal tea and try writing romantic letters to each other in a peaceful palace setting!

<Welcome, You in Hanbok> offers a perfect blend of Korean tradition and romance.

It’s a chance to reaffirm your love in a palace filled with history—

a special time-travel experience awaits you.

Event Information

Ticket Reservation Information

Before making a reservation, please carefully read this page and agree to all terms. All ticket holders are considered to have accepted the event guidelines.

Ticket Price KRW 10,000 per ticket (Each ticket admits 2 people; purchase limit: 1 ticket per person)

Ticketing Website Ticketlink (www.ticketlink.co.kr)

Reservation Method First-come, first served

Ticketing Schedule April 8 (Tuesday) 14:00

Discount Information

* Severe disabilities = former Grades 1–3 / Mild disabilities = former Grades 4–6

* Discounts must be applied at the time of reservation. On-site discount application or refund of the price difference is not available.

* Those who fail to bring valid proof cannot pay the difference, receive a refund, or enter the venue.

Reservation Guidelines

[Ticket Reservation]

• Tickets for Korean nationals must be reserved in advance through the official ticketing site, Ticketlink. Tickets will not be sold through any other channels.

• Only credit card payments are accepted to prevent scalping or fraudulent activity.

• Tickets are non-transferable and entry is limited to the person who booked.

• Physical tickets will not be issued.

• Tickets obtained through unauthorized methods (e.g., macro tools, early access URL sharing) or for illegal resale purposes may be canceled without prior notice and denied entry.

• Unauthorized resale (i.e., premium ticket sales, ticket fraud) has led to harm for genuine ticket holders. In such cases, the organizers and ticketing platform assume no responsibility. Please make sure to book only through the official ticketing site.

• During the event, attendees' images may be captured or exposed through recording and filming. Please be aware of this when purchasing tickets.

[Cancellation & Refund Policy]

• Ticket cancellations and refunds are subject to Ticketlink’s cancellation policy.

• Cancellations made before the cancellation deadline (17:00 of the day before the event) are eligible for a full refund with no cancellation fee. 

• After 17:00 the day before the event, no cancellations or changes will be accepted.

Program Information

Session Schedule

Special Benefits for Program Participants!

[Access to the Secret Garden at Changdeokgung Palace] 

[Royal Tea Experience, Royal Romance] 

* The Secret Garden of Changdeokgung Palace is only accessible at designated times, so please check the entry times carefully.

* The Royal Tea Experience and Royal Romance programs are only available to those with reservations for <Welcome, You in Hanbok>.

Program Information

1.  Hanbok dressing and hair styling (40 minutes)

Includes traditional hanbok and hair styling service

Rental includes one men’s hanbok and one women’s hanbok

* The program will be operated in teams of two.

* Same-gender pairs are welcome, but hanbok types cannot be switched.

* Images shown are examples to help you understand the program.

② Free viewing of Changgyeonggung and Changdeokgung Palaces (120 minutes)

Free access to Changgyeonggung and the Secret Garden of Changdeokgung

Couple-friendly date course suggestions based on participant preferences

Hidden photo spots in the palaces — perfect for capturing unforgettable memories!

Recommended Date Courses 

<Welcome, Romantic Soul>

Gyeongchunjeon/Yanghwadang Halls → Embracing: Palace Atmospheres Exhibition → Chundangji Pond → Buyongji Pond→ Huijeongdang → Nakseonjae Hall → Seonwonjeon Hall

Date Highlight

Huijeongdang Hall: Once the residence of the king and queen — discover the daily life of a royal couple.

<Welcome, History Lover>

Gyeongchunjeon/Yanghwadang Halls → Embracing: Palace Atmospheres Exhibition → Munjeongjeon Hall → Chundangji Pond → Buyongji Pond → Daejojeon Hall → Injeongjeon Hall

Date Highlight

Myeongjeongjeon Hall: The main hall of Changgyeonggung — enjoy the Embracing: Palace Atmospheres exhibition held inside this historical space. 

<Welcome, Nature Seeker> 

Gyeongchunjeon/Yanghwadang Halls → Embracing: Palace Atmospheres Exhibition → Chundangji Pond → Gwandukjeong Paviolion → Grand Greenhouse → Jondeokjeong Pavilion → Buyongji Pond

Date Highlight

Buyongji Pond: Enjoy the natural surroundings along with Buyongji, a traditional Korean pond located in the Secret Garden of Changdeokgung Palace.

③ Special Events in <Welcome, You in Hanbok>

Royal Tea Experience

Enjoy tea like a king and queen in the palace! Relax and savor traditional royal sweets and tea.

Royal Romance 

"I send you this letter with all my heart."

In the Joseon Dynasty, lovers exchanged letters and poems to express their feelings. So did the king and queen.

In the quiet atmosphere of the palace, write a heartfelt letter to your loved one.

Check-In Information

Event Guidelines

[Check-In Reminders]

• This is a self-guided program after hanbok dressing; guided tours are not included.

• This program is open to participants aged 18 and older.

• The program operates in teams of two. One men’s hanbok and one women’s hanbok will be provided per team. (For example, if two women participate, one must wear the men’s hanbok.)

• There is no parking at Changgyeonggung Palace. Please use public transportation.

• The organizers are not responsible for accidents or loss of personal belongings due to individual negligence.

[Program Participation & Viewing Guidelines]

• All areas within the palace are non-smoking.

• As this is a protected cultural heritage site, food, flammable items, and recreational equipment are not allowed.

• Media and broadcast coverage may take place during the event. Photography or filming may occur without prior notice.

• Photos and videos taken during the event may be used for official promotional materials, publications, or research related to the K-Royal Culture Festival.

[Rain Policy]

• If rain is forecast by 20:00 of the day before the event, the program may be canceled for safety and convenience.

•  Any changes or announcements regarding weather conditions will be notified via text message first. Please check the contact information in your Ticketlink account before making a reservation. The event organizers and ticketing platform are not responsible for any issues caused by incorrect information provided during the reservation.

Getting to the Venue

185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

[By Bus]

185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Get off at Seoul National University Hospital Stop

Blue buses: 100, 102, 104, 106, 107, 108, 140, 143, 150, 151, 160, 162, 171, 172, 272, 301, 710

Get off at Changgyeonggung·Seoul National University Hospital Stop 

Blue buses: 151, 171, 172, 272, 601

[By Subway]

Subway Line 4 – Hyehwa Station, Exit 4 (12-minute walk)

(Walk 300m toward Sungkyunkwan University, then another 300m toward Changgyeonggung and Jongno)

• There is no parking at Changgyeonggung Palace. Please use public transportation.