Palaces & heritage

Seoul has five Joseon-era royal palaces, and Gyeongju is full of sites from the Silla kingdom. Many are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

• Each palace closes one day a week, so check before you go.
• Entry to the royal palaces is free if you wear hanbok (traditional Korean clothes).

Palaces & heritage: companies and official sites

Royal Palaces and Tombs

📍 Seoul

Official information on Seoul’s royal palaces, including Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung: opening hours, tickets and special programs.

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Visit Jeonju

📍 Jeonju

Jeonju city’s official tourism site, with information on the Jeonju Hanok Village, its historic sites and local food.

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Korea Heritage Service

📍 All over Korea · Gyeongju

The government agency for Korea’s heritage, with information on historic sites across the country, including Gyeongju.

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