At a glance

Area

Jongno

Duration

about 5–6h

When

From Oct 24

Group size

1–6 guests

Highlights

• •Stroll through Changdeokgung Palace and enjoy its autumn scenery.
• •Walk around Chundangji Pond at Changgyeonggung Palace and photograph the pond and fall foliage.
• •Explore the old ginkgo trees and traditional architecture at Myeongnyundang Hall in Sungkyunkwan.
• •Optionally visit Changdeokgung Palace’s Secret Garden if admission tickets can be reserved.

Itinerary

Meeting point

In front of Donhwamun Gate at Changdeokgung Palace (99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul) Meet in front of Donhwamun Gate, the main entrance to Changdeokgung Palace.

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End point

Around Myeongnyundang Hall at Sungkyunkwan

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• A sample itinerary to arrange together

1. 1

   Changdeokgung Palace

   99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul View map

   Explore Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the scenery where palace architecture built to harmonize with the natural terrain blends with trees in autumn colors. An optional visit to the Secret Garden is available only if requested in advance and a reservation has been secured.

2. 2

   Chundangji Pond at Changgyeonggung Palace

   185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul View map

   Head to Changgyeonggung Palace and stroll around Chundangji Pond. Take photos as you enjoy the trees reflected in the pond and the palace’s autumn scenery. Discover a palace garden with a different atmosphere from Changdeokgung Palace.

3. 3

   Myeongnyundang Hall at Sungkyunkwan

   31 Sungkyunkwan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul View map

   Head to Sungkyunkwan, an educational institution from the Joseon era. Capture Seoul’s golden autumn in photos as you admire the large ginkgo trees in front of Myeongnyundang Hall alongside traditional architecture.

Included

• •A walk through the palaces and Sungkyunkwan with a local host is included.
• •Host accompaniment to the places on the itinerary and guidance on the schedule are included.
• •Help with taking photos during the experience is included.

Not included

• •Personal shopping and souvenir costs are not included in the experience fee.

Before you reserve

• •Changdeokgung Palace and Changgyeonggung Palace are closed every Monday, so this experience does not run on Mondays.
• •Closure dates may change due to public holidays.
• •Visiting Changdeokgung’s Secret Garden is optional and requires a separate reservation.
• •A visit is possible only if admission tickets have been secured in advance.
• •If securing a Secret Garden reservation is difficult, the experience focuses on Changdeokgung’s general admission areas.
• •The Secret Garden requires additional visiting time, so choosing to visit may affect the overall schedule and route.
• •Coordinate with the host before booking on how to obtain palace admission and Secret Garden tickets and who will cover the costs.
• •Comfortable shoes are required, as there is a lot of walking.
• •Coordinate with the host on whether to have a meal or visit a cafe and on the associated costs.
• •Access to Myeongnyundang Hall at Sungkyunkwan may be restricted depending on events and visiting hours.
• •Venues change only with your approval.
• •Accessible areas may vary depending on palace events, visitor restrictions, or Secret Garden reservation availability.
• •If a place cannot be visited, you can discuss adjustments to the schedule and route with your host.