Seoul Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine Combo Ticket Guided Walking Tour

Start at the Changdeokgung ticket office
and walk through the palace and Jongmyo

This walking tour covers two UNESCO World Heritage sites, Changdeokgung Palace and Jongmyo Shrine, with a live English-speaking guide. The guided tour covers about 1 hour 30 minutes at Changdeokgung and about 1 hour at Jongmyo, and admission to both sites is included.

Walk through Changdeokgung, a Joseon royal residence

Begin at Changdeokgung, a beautifully preserved royal residence from the Joseon era. Stroll through historic gates and courtyards as your guide tells stories of Korean kings, royal ceremonies and traditional court life.

Explore Jongmyo, a Confucian royal shrine

Next, head to Jongmyo, the oldest and most traditional Confucian royal shrine in Korea. Walk the peaceful grounds as your guide explains how past kings and royal ancestors are honored and the cultural significance of ceremonies still observed today.

A royal heritage walk with stories

The tour combines history, culture and storytelling in an easy walking route. It suits travelers who want a meaningful introduction to the royal history of Seoul.

※ Changdeokgung Palace is closed every Monday, and Jongmyo Shrine is closed every Tuesday.
※ The tour runs in any weather.