Deoksugung Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony > Activities

Experience a Royal Tradition!!!!

Witness the grandeur of the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Deoksugung Palace, a spectacular tradition that vividly brings royal culture to life. This event offers a unique glimpse into Korea's royal past, comparable to the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace.

[Event Details]
Performance Times:
11:00
14:00
15:30

Note: No ceremony on Mondays or during extreme weather conditions.

Average Time Spent: 30 minutes

Event Period: January 1 - December 31

Age Limit: Open to visitors of all ages

Venue: Daehanmun Gate, Deoksugung Palace, Seoul

Event Highlights:
Traditional Music & Ceremony: The ceremony features traditional musical instruments and an elaborate guard change process, complete with a dramatic drumbeat and bellowed orders.
Authentic Experience: Enjoy the splendid costumes of the guards, showcasing brilliant primary colors.
Photo Opportunities: Post-ceremony, visitors can take pictures with the gatekeepers.
Organizers: Seoul Metropolitan City

Address: 99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

Website:
Deoksugung Palace
Royal Guard

Inquiries:
1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
For More Info: +82-2-737-6444

Fees: Free