{"id":1121,"date":"2026-06-29T10:31:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T01:31:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/param-works.com\/korea-palaces\/?page_id=1121"},"modified":"2026-07-05T19:54:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-05T10:54:11","slug":"changdeokgung-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/param-works.com\/korea-palaces\/en\/changdeokgung-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Changdeokgung Palace"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Changdeokgung Palace<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Changdeokgung Palace<\/strong> was built in 1405<\/strong> as a secondary royal palace of the Joseon Dynasty.<\/p>

Known for its harmonious design that follows the natural landscape, it is one of Korea’s most beautiful royal palaces and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/strong>.<\/p>

Visitors can admire the perfect harmony between traditional Korean architecture and nature throughout the palace grounds.<\/p>

The palace’s most famous attraction is the Secret Garden (Huwon)<\/strong>, renowned for its breathtaking seasonal scenery. It is a favorite destination for visitors seeking a peaceful and relaxing stroll.<\/p>

With its ever-changing beauty throughout the year, Changdeokgung Palace offers a unique experience in every season.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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A beautiful garden designed to follow the natural landscape.<\/p>

Known for its seasonal scenery throughout the year, it is one of the most popular highlights of Changdeokgung Palace.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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A scenic spot in the Secret Garden where a quiet pond and traditional architecture blend beautifully.
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The main gate of Changdeokgung Palace.
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Popular Experiences at Changdeokgung Palace<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Secret Garden (Huwon)<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The Secret Garden (Huwon)<\/strong> is the most popular attraction at Changdeokgung Palace.<\/p>

This beautiful garden, designed in harmony with nature, offers breathtaking scenery throughout the four seasons. Highlights include Buyongji Pond<\/strong> and Juhamnu Pavilion<\/strong>, where historic architecture blends beautifully with the surrounding landscape.<\/p>

The Secret Garden can only be visited through a guided tour<\/strong>. Tours are available in Korean, English, Japanese, and other languages<\/strong>, depending on the day and time.<\/p>

Japanese-language tours are available only on Wednesdays and Fridays at 1:30 PM<\/strong>, and the reservation website is available in Korean and English<\/strong>.<\/p>

As the Secret Garden is one of the palace’s most popular attractions, tours often sell out quickly during weekends and peak travel seasons.<\/p>

We recommend making your reservation as early as possible once your travel dates are confirmed.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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As a UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/strong>, Changdeokgung Palace is celebrated for its beautiful architecture, which was carefully designed to follow the natural landscape.<\/p>

Explore historic buildings such as Injeongjeon Hall<\/strong> and Donhwamun Gate<\/strong>, and experience the royal history of the Joseon Dynasty.<\/p>

The peaceful Secret Garden (Huwon)<\/strong> is another must-see highlight, offering visitors a relaxing walk through one of Korea’s most beautiful palace gardens.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Changdeokgung Palace 
3,000 won
Changdeokgung Palace  \uff0b Huwon
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The Secret Garden (Huwon) requires a separate reservation.<\/strong> Reservations often sell out quickly during the spring and autumn seasons.<\/p>

Opening hours and admission fees are subject to change. Please visit the official website for the latest information.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Line 3<\/span>
Anguk Station (Exit 3)
<\/strong>About a 5-minute walk<\/strong> from Exit 3.
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Changdeokgung (\ucc3d\ub355\uad81) Bus Stop<\/span>
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Changdeokgung Palace and Changgyeonggung Palace are located next to each other, and their bus stop names are similar, so it’s easy to confuse them.<\/p>

  • Changdeokgung (\ucc3d\ub355\uad81) Bus Stop<\/strong> \u2192 Changdeokgung Palace<\/li>
  • Changgyeonggung \u00b7 Seoul National University Hospital (\ucc3d\uacbd\uad81\u00b7\uc11c\uc6b8\ub300\ud559\uad50\ubcd1\uc6d0) Bus Stop<\/strong> \u2192 Changgyeonggung Palace<\/li><\/ul>

    I once boarded the wrong bus and ended up at the Changgyeonggung side while trying to visit Changdeokgung.<\/p>

    If it’s your first visit, I recommend taking Subway Line 3 to Anguk Station and walking from Exit 3. It’s the easiest and most straightforward route.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Changgyeonggung Palace is directly connected to Changdeokgung Palace, and you can easily walk between the two within the palace grounds.<\/p>

    If you have enough time, visiting both palaces on the same day is highly recommended.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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