Attraction
Unhyeongung Royal Residence
서울 운현궁
Official name
About this place
Located near the Gyeongbokgung Palace, Unhyeongung Palace was a residence of royalty in Joseon period. It was the place where Gojong (1582-1919, reign 1864-1907), king of Joseon (1392-1897) and emperor of the Korean Empire (1897-1910), was born in, as well as the place where Heungseon Daewongun (1821-1898), his father, had resided in. Buildings include Noandang Hall, Norakdang Hall, and Irodang Hall. The Royal Residence offers programs like traditional weddings and traditional culture experiences, while the exhibition hall showcases Joseon-era artifacts.
- Address
- 464 Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Korean address
- 서울특별시 종로구 삼일대로 464
- Opening hours
- April-October: 09:00–19:00 / November-March: 09:00-18:00 * Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Refer to the offical website for updates.
- Closed days
- Mondays (closed the next business day if Monday is a holiday)
