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Q: Is there an entrance fee, and can I get in for free?

Entry is 3,000 KRW, but it is free if you wear a full traditional Hanbok throughout the palace grounds.

Q: Which days is the palace closed to visitors?

Gyeongbokgung Palace is closed every Tuesday. Plan your visit for any other day of the week.

Q: What time should I arrive to see the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony?

Arrive by 10:00 AM or 2:00 PM for the ceremony at the Gwanghwamun Gate. It lasts about 20 minutes.

Q: Is it easy to get to the palace using public transport?

Yes, take Subway Line 3 to Gyeongbokgung Station, Exit 5. It is a very short walk to the main entrance.

Q: Can I rent a Hanbok near the palace entrance?

Yes, many rental shops are located in the Bukchon Hanok Village area surrounding the palace.

Q: Are there English guides or audio tours available?

Yes, English audio guides are available for rent at the information center near the main entrance.

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Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Is there an entrance fee, and can I get in for free?

Which days is the palace closed to visitors?

What time should I arrive to see the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony?

Is it easy to get to the palace using public transport?

Can I rent a Hanbok near the palace entrance?

Are there English guides or audio tours available?

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