Although visiting these locations is somewhat touristy, you have to give them credit for their historical significance, architectural beauty, and aesthetic appeal. As you explore these palaces in Seoul, take some time to roam about and pick up some knowledge.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

Address: 161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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Out of Seoul's five grand palaces, Gyeongbokgung Palace is the biggest. It was built in 1395 and is frequently referred to as the "Northern Palace" since it is the palace that is farthest distant from Seoul when compared to Changdeokgung and Gyeonghuigung.

Changdeokgung Palace

Address: 99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The palace where kings used to spend the most time was Changdeokgung Palace, which is a UNESCO Cultural Heritage site. Within Changdeokgung Palace, there is a Secret beauty called "Biwon," which is famed for its stunning beauty. The spring and fall are the greatest times to visit the garden since you may see the gorgeous red plum blossoms or the orange autumn leaves.

Deoksugung Palace

Address: 99, Sejongdae-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul

Seoul City Hall is practically directly across the street from Deoksugung. It was first constructed as a temporary palace for Prince Wolsan, but after the Japanese invasion in 1592, it was used as the primary residence. King Seonjo chose it as his primary dwelling because all the other palaces had been destroyed by fire. 

Gojong, the second-to-last monarch of Korea, spent his last years here. Most people think he was poisoned when he passed away in 1919 at Hamnyeongjeon.

The main unique things about Deoksugung are these:

• Its stone-wall that encases the palace
• The British-style buildings of Seokjojeon and Jungmyeongjeon
• The aerial view of Deoksugung from a Jeongdong Observatory nearby

Changgyeongung Palace

Address: 185, Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

King Sejong constructed Changgyeonggung Palace in 1483 for his ailing father, King Taejong. The palace offers guests traditional games and activities on Korean public holidays such Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day).

It was transformed into a park featuring a zoo and a botanical garden during the Japanese colonial era in 1909. The first greenhouse in Korea built in a Western architectural style is known as Grand Greenhouse. It was renovated in 2004 and made accessible to the public so that people might appreciate various plant species.

Gyeonghuigung Palace

Address: 45, Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Built in 1620, Gyeonghuigung Palace has housed kings for 28 years, starting in 1624. During the Joseon Dynasty, it was considered as a royal villa. Unfortunately, during the Japanese colonial period, most of them were destroyed by fire. The Seoul city administration planned to repair the palace in 1985, however due to space limitations brought on by urban growth, only 33% of the original palace was rebuilt.  The palace is open to visitors for free.

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