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Dark story of Palace

Location Seoul, South Korea
$48.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

● The beautiful scenery of the Night Palace
● Ghosts, mysteries, legends, and other bizarre stories of Changgyeonggung Palace
● An audio-drama experience at the very place where a historical event occurs
● A guide dressed up as a court figure explaining Changgyeonggung Palace

This is not an exploration of historical facts.
It's a time trip that invites you to the time of the historical event.

Munjungjeon where Crown Prince Sado cried for his life
Tongmyungjeon where concubine cursed the queen
Hwangyungjeon witnessing Crown Prince’s mysterious death

A dark night, a conversation of historical figures heard right there where a bizarre and frightening event took place.
You can look forward to it.

(This is a storytelling tour that provides audio dramas recorded by professional voice actors with a guide explaining historical editorials)

* Tour points may vary depending on the weather or circumstances.
Dark story of Palace
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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  • Audio guide system and earphones
  • Certified tour guide(certification no. 2024-01-0381)
  • Other
  • Tour insurance
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Meeting point
Outside of main gate(Honghwamun) of Changgyeonggung. The address is 185 Changgyeonggungro, Jongnogu, Seoul. You'll find a guide dressing in traditional clothe.
Return details
Outside of main gate(Honghwamun) of Changgyeonggung. The address is 185 Changgyeonggungro, Jongnogu, Seoul. You'll find a guide dressing in traditional clothe.

  • Hyehwamun Gate (Honghwamun)
    It's the first gate we meet at Changgyeonggung Palace. It has a stone statue chasing away evil spirits in the sky
  • Unlike other palaces, the water from the mountains still flows. Look for a stone statues that drives away evil spirits that follow the water.
  • This is where King Yeongjo, who was the father of Crown Prince Sado, enjoyed reading. Here, let's meet King Yeongjo who is distressed after hearing Crown Prince Sado's eccentricity.
  • Myeongjeongjeon, where the important event of Joseon's royal family took place, was rebuilt in 1616 as the oldest structure in Joseon's palace.
  • It's a space for women, and it's mostly used as a queen's bedchamber. Let's meet the curse story of one concubine who lived here.
  • This is where Crown Prince Sohyeon died after the Manchu Invasion.
  • Let's meet a father who wants to lock up his son in the rice chest and a son who cries for his life.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour points may vary depending on the weather or circumstances.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Dark story of Palace

    Location Seoul, South Korea
    $48.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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