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Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace (창덕궁 달빛기행) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
Seoul
Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace
Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace is a seasonal festival in Korea — check official dates and program before you visit.
Why go
Changdeokgung Palace's Moonlight Tour offers visitors a rare after-hours exploration of one of Seoul's most significant royal residences. The guided experience illuminates the palace's historic buildings and manicured gardens under evening light, revealing architectural details often missed during daytime visits. Visitors walk through lantern-lit pathways, passing traditional courtyards and pavilions that once hosted royal court ceremonies. The tour provides intimate access to areas typically restricted, creating an atmospheric encounter with Joseon-era royal life and landscape design.
Quick highlights
- Evening palace tour under soft lantern lighting and moonlight
- Access to restricted palace areas unavailable during daytime hours
- Experience traditional courtyards and gardens in atmospheric evening setting
- Learn royal Joseon-era history and ceremonial court traditions
- Guided exploration of historic architecture and landscape design principles
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When does Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace take place?
Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace runs April 16, 2026 – May 31, 2026 at Changdeokgung Palace.
Who hosts Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace?
Hosted by Cultural Heritage Administration Royal Palaces and Tombs Center · +82-1522-2295, organized by Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation.
Is Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace free to attend?
Paid event
Where can I find more information about Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace?
Visit the official website: www.kh.or.kr
Where is Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace located?
99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul