Changdeokgung Palace & Secret Garden 창덕궁
Last checked: October 2026
A palace set into the hillside, with Huwon, the Secret Garden, open only on guided tours.
Line 3 Anguk Exit3
Closed on Mondays. The Secret Garden is by guided tour only.
Worth it?
Yes, with the garden tour
Calmer than Gyeongbokgung, and the Secret Garden is the most beautiful palace space in Seoul. Book the tour ahead.
Visiting
- Hours
- From 09:00. Closes 17:30 in winter, 18:00 in spring and autumn, 18:30 in summer.
- Admission
- Palace 3,000 won. The Secret Garden costs 5,000 won more.
- English garden tours
- 10:30, 11:30, 14:30, and 15:30 (March–November); no 15:30 tour in winter.
- Time needed
- 2–2.5 hours with the garden tour.
Tips
- Each garden tour takes 100 people: 50 tickets are sold online and 50 on site. Book online if you can.
Nearby
More around here: the Seoul guide.
FAQ
Can I visit the Secret Garden on my own?
No, only on a guided tour.