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Deoksugung Palace 덕수궁
A compact palace in the heart of downtown Seoul, mixing traditional Korean buildings with Western-style stone halls and a famous stone-wall road.
| Region | Seoul, Jung-gu |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | City Hall Station (Lines 1, 2), Exit 2 |
| How to get there | Take subway Line 1 or 2 to City Hall Station, Exit 2 — the palace entrance is right across the street. |
| Admission | 1,000 KRW (adults) |
| Hours | Check on site |
| Time needed | 1-2 hours |
Tips
- The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony here is smaller and less crowded than at Gyeongbokgung.
- The stone-wall road (Deoksugung-gil) beside the palace is one of Seoul's most romantic walks, especially in autumn.
- The palace is open in the evening on some days, which makes for a lovely night visit — check the schedule.
- Combine it with Seoul Plaza and Cheonggyecheon Stream, both a short walk away.
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Source: Visit Korea / official site · Last checked 2026-11-06