Deoksugung Palace

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Deoksugung Palace Tickets & Tours

Seoul Half-Day Interactive Tram Tour
Tours • Seoul

Seoul Half-Day Interactive Tram Tour

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S$ 51.25
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Hanok Village, and GwangJang Tour in Seoul
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Gyeongbokgung Palace, Hanok Village, and GwangJang Tour in Seoul

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S$ 42.29
Gwanghwamun: Essential History Walking Tour for Visitors
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Gwanghwamun: Essential History Walking Tour for Visitors

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S$ 26.80
Seoul Dark History Tour: Deoksugung Palace & Seodaemun Prison
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Seoul Dark History Tour: Deoksugung Palace & Seodaemun Prison

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5.0 / 5
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Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Show Night Tour in Seoul
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Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Show Night Tour in Seoul

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4.9 / 5
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S$ 81.99
Seoul Deoksugung Palace Half-Day Architecture Tour
Tours • Seoul

Seoul Deoksugung Palace Half-Day Architecture Tour

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S$ 71.49
Highlights of Seoul: Deoksugung Palace & N Seoul Tower
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Highlights of Seoul: Deoksugung Palace & N Seoul Tower

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S$ 33.89
Seoul 2-Day K-Beauty & Cultural Experience for Stopover Visitors
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Seoul 2-Day K-Beauty & Cultural Experience for Stopover Visitors

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Seoul 2-Day Private City Highlights Tour for Stopover Visitors
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Seoul 2-Day Private City Highlights Tour for Stopover Visitors

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Seoul DongMyo branch SPAREX Jjimjilbang Sauna Admission Ticket
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Seoul DongMyo branch SPAREX Jjimjilbang Sauna Admission Ticket

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N Seoul Tower Observatory Ticket
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N Seoul Tower Observatory Ticket

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S$ 19.25
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Hanbok Rental with Korean Hairstyling at Hanboknam Gyeongbokgung
Fall Special
Cultural experiences • Seoul

Hanbok Rental with Korean Hairstyling at Hanboknam Gyeongbokgung

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4.5 / 5
(13.0K) • 200K+ booked
S$ 8.15
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Where to stay in Deoksugung Palace

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2
Hotels • Seoul

Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No.2

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Uljiro Co-Op Residence
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Uljiro Co-Op Residence

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HOTEL POCO SEONGSU
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HOTEL POCO SEONGSU

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Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun
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Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Dongdaemun

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JUNIBINO HOTEL Hongdae
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JUNIBINO HOTEL Hongdae

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Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo
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Toyoko Inn Seoul Yeongdeungpo

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New Blanc Central Myeongdong
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New Blanc Central Myeongdong

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Oriens Hotel & Residences
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Oriens Hotel & Residences

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Migliore Hotel Seoul Myeongdong
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Migliore Hotel Seoul Myeongdong

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Hotel the Designers Seoul Station
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Hotel the Designers Seoul Station

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L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
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L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS

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N285 Hotel Insadong
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N285 Hotel Insadong

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Show Musical Wild Wild Ticket in Seoul
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Show Musical Wild Wild Ticket in Seoul

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Nanta Show Ticket in Seoul
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Nanta Show Ticket in Seoul

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4.8 / 5
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SHOW MUSICAL TOUCH FIVE Ticket in Seoul
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SHOW MUSICAL TOUCH FIVE Ticket in Seoul

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FC Seoul Football Match Tickets at Seoul World Cup Stadium
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FC Seoul Football Match Tickets at Seoul World Cup Stadium

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Jump - Comic Martial Arts Performance Ticket in Seoul
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THE PAINTERS Live Art K-pop Dance Show in Seoul
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THE PAINTERS Live Art K-pop Dance Show in Seoul

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Sleep No More Seoul Ticket
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Sleep No More Seoul Ticket

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Attack on Titan Exhibition FINAL in Seoul Ticket
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Attack on Titan Exhibition FINAL in Seoul Ticket

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[Sexy Men Standing] Show Musical Ticket in Seoul
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[Sexy Men Standing] Show Musical Ticket in Seoul

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Seoul Musical Drama: Finding Mr. Destiny Ticket
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Seoul Musical Drama: Finding Mr. Destiny Ticket

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4.6 / 5
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S$ 30.05
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Music Drama [The Second Chance Convenience Store] Ticket in Seoul
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Music Drama [The Second Chance Convenience Store] Ticket in Seoul

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Seoul Musical HUNKY SHOW Tickets
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Seoul Musical HUNKY SHOW Tickets

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S$ 45.55
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Transport to & from Deoksugung Palace

WOWPASS: Prepaid Card for Cashless Payment in Korea
Rail passes • Seoul (From Seoul)

WOWPASS: Prepaid Card for Cashless Payment in Korea

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 10-Hour Private Car Charter from Seoul: Nami Island, Alpaca World & Sokcho
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10-Hour Private Car Charter from Seoul: Nami Island, Alpaca World & Sokcho

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S$ 162.89
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Seoul Private Car Charter to Seoul City/Everland/Nami Island/Alpaca World/Gangchon Rail Park
Car charters • Seoul

Seoul Private Car Charter to Seoul City/Everland/Nami Island/Alpaca World/Gangchon Rail Park

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S$ 263.25
KORAIL PASS - KTX Train Ticket
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KORAIL PASS - KTX Train Ticket

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Customizable Pre-paid Travel Card - NAMANE CARD
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Customizable Pre-paid Travel Card - NAMANE CARD

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Private Transfer to Vivaldi Park / Oak Valley / Elysian Ski Resort
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Private Transfer to Vivaldi Park / Oak Valley / Elysian Ski Resort

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4.8 / 5
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S$ 275.25
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Seoul Private Car Charter to Seoul City / Seoul Suburb / Gangwon-do (Nami Island / Alpaca World / Sokcho)
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Seoul Private Car Charter to Seoul City / Seoul Suburb / Gangwon-do (Nami Island / Alpaca World / Sokcho)

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KONA CARD TRAVEL-K
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Seoul Private Car Charter to Nami Island / Alpaca World / Rail bike
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Seoul Private Car Charter to Nami Island / Alpaca World / Rail bike

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Seoul Private Transfer to or from Everland
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Seoul Private Transfer to or from Everland

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Seoul & Gyeonggi Private Car Tour [Customizable Itinerary]
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Seoul & Gyeonggi Private Car Tour [Customizable Itinerary]

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Seoul Car Rental with Driver to Legoland/ Everland/ Alpaca/ Nami Island
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Seoul Car Rental with Driver to Legoland/ Everland/ Alpaca/ Nami Island

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Isaac Toast Myeongdong Cathedral
Food & dining • Seoul

Isaac Toast Myeongdong Cathedral

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Seoul Premium Korean BBQ Restaurant Table Reservation
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Seoul Premium Korean BBQ Restaurant Table Reservation

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Gamja-Jip in Passion Island
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Gamja-Jip in Passion Island

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SPAO Shopping 10% Discount Coupon
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[THE HYUNDAI SEOUL] Welcome Gift Ticket
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Deoksugung Palace Reviews

Chou *******
2026-05-11 08:11:31
Fantastic 5.0
This was a very interesting tour! I was initially worried about whether my legs could handle 1.5 hours of pedaling, but it turned out to be a very friendly tour, with only 1.5 minutes of actual effort throughout the entire trip 😅. Most of the time, we were comfortably riding in an electric vehicle, exploring the city of Seoul, and listening to the guide's detailed explanations of the city's historical trajectory and recommendations for famous eateries! We also walked through alleys, listening to little stories and visiting popular, often-queued-for shops! The most amusing part was undoubtedly the humorous driver who enthusiastically greeted passersby. We were so caught up in the atmosphere that we started greeting people too, only to learn that this city's tram system is quite advanced, something many Seoul residents don't even know about – it was truly an honor to experience! Thanks for the complimentary drinks and desserts (even though I wasn't tired at all 🤣). I highly recommend this tour; it was truly unique!
Klook User
2026-09-24 07:28:12
Fantastic 5.0
I highly recommend the full day tour, we visited Gwajang market for a lunch break. Our tour guide Ms. Sunny was knowledgeable of the history per tourist sites, friendly and approachable! We definitely enjoyed the tour.
Ali ****
2026-08-14 13:45:44
Fantastic 5.0
An absolute highlight of our trip to Seoul! The itinerary was incredible—from exploring Deoksugung Palace at night to eating hot ramen by the Han River, and finishing with the stunning Moonlight Rainbow Fountain show at Banpo Bridge. Huge thanks to our guide, Henry, who was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience seamless. Our driver, Yoo, ensured our journey was safe and comfortable throughout the night. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Korea!
클룩 고객
2026-09-14 01:33:29
Fantastic 5.0
I joined this tour last Thursday and had such a great time! The tour was really interesting and enjoyable, and we even got lucky with perfect weather. June was a fantastic guide and you could tell he has a lot of experience. There were quite a few people in the group, but the headset made it really easy to hear everything. He also did a great job of making sure everyone was keeping up and enjoying the tour. The two hours went by so quickly. I learned a lot about Korea and really enjoyed hearing the stories behind the places we visited. It wasn’t just a light touristy tour. There was actually a lot of interesting history and context, which I really appreciated. I’m really glad I did this tour and would definitely recommend it!
Balwant *****
2026-10-01 07:48:05
Fantastic 5.0
A delightful lady named Landy took myself and my son on this tour and we had such a good tour . Her knowledge and English language skills were outstanding. we would both strongly recommend specifically asking for her on your tour as the time goes by quickly and you leave full of memories
Shereen *****
2026-08-30 03:36:54
Fantastic 5.0
Chloe was an amazing guide! very helpful and knowledgable. highly recommend this tour!
Klook-Nutzer
2026-09-30 13:33:16
Fantastic 5.0
There is only a staircase leading up, which is rather inconvenient for people with limited mobility.
MAYBELLE *******
2026-10-20 13:20:00
Fantastic 5.0
We booked the Namsan Cable Car and N Seoul Tower Observatory on the same day and received our confirmation within minutes. Ticket pick-up was also easy, with clear instructions provided. There was a little queue for the elevator going to the cable car, but it was still tolerable. The N Seoul Tower Observatory was definitely worth it—we really appreciated the beautiful view of Seoul!
Emma *******
2026-07-25 00:59:26
Fantastic 5.0
Such a fun and unique experience. Lee was a fantastic teacher and made the activity fun and friendly. Highly recommend as a chance to make your own souvenir to take home as a memory

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What to know about Deoksugung Palace

Located in Seoul, Deoksugung Palace is the smallest among Seoul's five grand palaces: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, and Gyeongungung Palace. This historic site was once the final home of Emperor Gojong, the last ruler of the Joseon Dynasty and the first Emperor of Korea. King Seonjo Gojong expanded the official palace threefold during his reign, with a Russian architect designing the palace with Western-style buildings, luxurious imports, and royal banquets to officially dub it the Imperial Palace or Seogung (West Palace). Discover the unique blend of Joseon and Korean Empire history at Deoksugung Palace today.
Deoksugung Palace, 99, Sejong-daero, Taepyeong-ro 2-ga, Sogong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul Metropolitan City, korea

Must-Visit Attractions in Deoksugung Palace

Daehan Empire History Museum

At Deoksugung Palace, explore Seokjojeon Hall, Korea's first Western-style building. Built in 1910, this unique structure housed King Gojong's living quarters and audience hall, showcasing a captivating mix of Korean and European architectural styles. Next door, the MMCA Deoksugung Art Museum draws in art lovers with its different exhibitions. Explore the perfect blend of history and art at this iconic location.

Junghwajeon Hall

Junghwajeon Hall serves as the central location for state affairs at Deoksugung Palace. At the entrance to this significant hall, you can see the majestic Junghwamun Gate. Enter this gate to explore the historical significance of the main hall at Deoksugung Palace.

Garden & Pond at Deoksugung Palace

As the sole modern royal palace with a Western-style garden and fountain, this site serves as a unique link between the past and present eras. Explore the harmonious blend of tradition and modernity at this remarkable palace.

Changing of the Royal Guards Ceremony

Experience the grandeur of the Changing of the Royal Guards Ceremony at Deoksugung Palace, a captivating display of tradition and history.

Jeonggwanheon Pavilion

Visit the Jeonggwanheon Pavilion, a serene space where the king would plan solutions during times of uncertainty. Experience traditional Korean dancing and the Asian lion dance at cultural festivals held on the palace grounds.

Tips for Your Deoksugung Palace Visit

When is the best time to visit Deoksugung Palace?

The best time to visit Deoksugung Palace is during the Changing of the Royal Guards Ceremony or in autumn to see its beautiful foliage. With golden ginkgo and red maple trees, the palace becomes a top spot for locals seeking autumn colors. While Gyeongbokgung Palace and Changdeokgung Palace (& Secret Garden) may draw more tourists, Deoksugung Palace offers a serene and less crowded autumn escape.

How to get to Deoksugung Palace?

Easily access Deoksugung Palace via City Hall Station, just a 2-minute walk away, making it convenient for travelers to explore.