Gyeonghuigung Palace (경희궁)
45 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Quick answer
Gyeonghuigung Palace (경희궁) is a attraction in 45 Saemunan-ro,. Gyeonghuigung Palace, a designated Historic Site, was originally called the large palace by Saemun Gate, or the Western Palace, for its location within the city. Use the address, map link, visitor details, and official links below before deciding whether it fits your Korea itinerary.
About Gyeonghuigung Palace (경희궁)
Gyeonghuigung Palace, a designated Historic Site, was originally called the large palace by Saemun Gate, or the Western Palace, for its location within the city. It was not until the eighth year of Gwanghaegun (1616) that the palace was used as a royal residence for the king, changing the name to Gyeongdeokgung Palace. The name later changed again to the current Gyeonghuigung Palace in 1760. The palace grounds included many halls but they were mostly all burned down in a fire in 1829. After the Japanese occupation began, all remaining buildings on the site were torn down and the palace grounds were turned into Gyeongseong Middle School (now Seoul High School). The school moved to Gangnam area in 1987, afterwhich the previous location was turned into a park. The palace grounds currently hold Seoul Museum of Art and walking paths, as well as a restoration of Heunghwamun Gate, the main gate of the palace, and Sungjeongjeon Hall, the main hall, completed in November 1994.
- Type
- Attraction
- Address
- 45 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Postal code
- 03177
- Phone
- +82-2-724-0274~6
- Opening hours
- 09:00-18:00
- Fees
- Confirm before visiting
- Parking
- Available
- Updated
- 2024-07-09
- Data last synced
- 2026-06-25
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Gyeonghuigung Palace (경희궁) FAQ
Where is Gyeonghuigung Palace (경희궁) located?
45 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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