This walking tour takes you through illuminated Deoksugung Palace at night with an English-speaking guide, exploring the history of the late Joseon Dynasty and the Korean Empire. Hear the story of Emperor Gojong and a turbulent era in a palace where traditional wooden buildings stand beside the Western-style Seokjojeon Hall. Admission to Deoksugung Palace is included, and after leaving the palace you will enjoy Seoul's night scenery along the Deoksugung Stone Wall Road and Cheonggyecheon Stream. With a small group of up to 7 people, you can chat comfortably with your guide.

Meet at Daehanmun Gate
and enter Deoksugung at night

Meet your guide at Daehanmun Gate of Deoksugung Palace near City Hall Station to start the tour. Inside the palace, admire the striking contrast between traditional wooden buildings and the grand Western-style Seokjojeon Hall while your guide tells you about the turbulent late Joseon period, the Korean Empire and Emperor Gojong.

Capture the illuminated palace and city views

Enjoy the night view of illuminated pavilions set against modern high-rise buildings and take photos. You can see Deoksugung's unique nighttime scenery, where the traditional palace and the city skyline appear in one frame.

Walk along the Stone Wall Road and Cheonggyecheon

Leaving the palace, take a relaxed stroll along the Deoksugung Stone Wall Road under the soft glow of streetlights. Then walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream to take in the riverside night views and lively city atmosphere. After the tour, you can continue your night in Seoul with street food and shopping in Myeongdong or at the retro pubs of Gwangjang Market.

※ Palace lighting and night views may vary depending on on-site conditions and the weather.

• Please check your mobile voucher via email or the WAUG app.
• Meet your English-speaking guide in front of Daehanmun Gate of Deoksugung Palace at your booked time to start the tour.
• Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point:
Daehanmun Gate, Deoksugung Palace
5 Deoksugung-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Meeting point information:
Your guide will be waiting in front of Daehanmun Gate of Deoksugung Palace, near Exit 12 of City Hall Station.

Cancellation and refund

• Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before the activity date.

Participation

• This is a small-group tour for up to 7 people.

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Camera
• Weather-appropriate clothing

On-site information

• The tour is conducted in English.
• The tour starts at Daehanmun Gate of Deoksugung Palace near Exit 12 of City Hall Station.
• Your booking is confirmed instantly.
• Personal expenses, drinks and transportation costs are not included.