K-Royal Culture Festival is the largest cultural heritage festival in Korea, aiming to widely publicize the charm, and historical value of national heritage, and palaces, and provide a variety of cultural experiences to promote Korean traditional culture to the world.
The K-Royal Palaces PASS allows unlimited special access to the 5 major palaces in Seoul (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung) and Jongmyo Shrine during the K-Royal Culture Festival in Fall 2024 (for 5 days). (Excludes Changdeokgung Secret Garden).
The pass also includes a one-time night opening admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace, giving you a chance to experience the palaces vividly portrayed in K-dramas.
Enjoy various programs like performances and experiences showcasing the new charms and historical value of the K-palaces using the K-Royal Palaces PASS.
Additionally, the pass includes a 3,000 KRW credit for use on buses and subways and can be used at various locations where T-money cards are accepted, such as convenience stores.
Prepare your K-Royal Palaces PASS in advance to make your upcoming fall trip to Seoul more enriching and fulfilling.
- Major Events at the K-Royal Culture Festival
Information on event times and pre-registration can be found on the official website(www.chf.or.kr) one week before the festival starts. (Schedules are subject to change.)
- [Experience] (Gyeongbokgung) 10th Anniversary of K-Royal Culture Festival "Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang)" (Oct.9 /Gyeongbokgung Palace / 19:00~21:00)
A special day at Gyeongbokgung Palace! Enjoy the celebrations of the festival's 10th anniversary in the dress code: Hanbok. Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Yeonhyang is complete with the beauty of Hanbok in the evening at the palace.
- [Experience] (Gyeongbokgung) Gyeongbokgung Palace Royal Tailor (Sangeuiwon) (Oct.9~13 / 10:00~17:00)
The Joseon royal tailor, Sangeuiwon of Gyeongbokgung Palace, returns! Learn about the history of traditional attire through needlework experiences with Korea's certified intangible heritage artisans, beautiful exhibitions, and unique reenactments.
- [Exhibition] (Gyeongbokgung) Beautiful Hanbok Photo Exhibition (Oct.9~13 / 10:00~17:00)
See Hanbok photos taken at the five major palaces and Jongmyo Shrine at Gyeongbokgung Palace's Gyeojodang Hall! Enjoy 50 award-winning Hanbok photos from the photo contest.
- [Exhibition] (Changgyeonggung) Changgyeonggung Moonlight Lotus Show (Oct.9~13 /19:00~21:00)
Experience media art in the palace that blends light, the palace's natural scenery, and cutting-edge visual technology. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Changgyeonggung's Chundangji Pond harmonized with water and light.
- [Performance] (Changgyeonggung) (Palace Concert) Classical Meets Traditional Music (10.9~12, 13:00, 16:00)
Experience a special crossover performance at Tongmyeongjeon Hall, the queen's bed chamber and venue for Joseon Dynasty court banquets.
We invite you to a K-concert where traditional Korean music (pungryu), classical music, and traditional dance crossover at Netflix's "Kingdom" film location, Tongmyeongjeon Hall.
- [Experience] (Online) Genre Painting for All (Sep.13~Oct.27)
Create your own digital character in beautiful Korean palaces.
Likened to the genre painting style of the painter Kim Hong-do of the Joseon Dynasty, the 2024 Genre Painting for All lets you create and show off unique characters! (Access page : pungsokdo.com)
- Usage Period / Available Locations
- 2024. 10. 9 (Wed) ~ 2024. 10. 13 (Sun) 5 days
- 5 Palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung), Jongmyo Shrine (excluding Changdeokgung Secret Garden)
2024.10.07
- K-Royal Palaces PASS Collection Time
- 2024.10.09 (Wed) ~ 2024.10.13 (Sun) 10:00~17:00
- Basic Information about the K-Royal Palaces PASS
1. Unlimited entry to the 5 major palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung, Gyeonghuigung) and Jongmyo Shrine.
2. One-time admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace night opening
: Available once during October 10 (Thu)~ October 13 (Sun).
- Viewing time is from 19:00 to 21:30 (last entry at 20:30)
: October 9 (Wed), night opening is available only for those wearing Hanbok due to the K-Royal Culture Festival special event.
: The "Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Opening Ticket" will be provided along with the K-Royal Palaces PASS (physical ticket).
: Submit the "Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Opening Ticket" at the entrance of Heungnyemun Gate.(presentation of K-Royal Palaces PASS required).
- Entry is not allowed without the K-Royal Palaces PASS.
- Valid only during the specified period.
- Only the purchaser of the K-Royal Palaces PASS can use it.
- Transfer or sale to others is not permitted.
- No reissuance in case of loss or damage.
- For inquiries - 1522-2295 (*National Heritage Promotion Agency's Palace and Tomb Utilization Program Call Center).
3. A must-have for traveling in Korea! T-money card with 3,000 KRW credit.
: The K-Royal Palaces PASS functions as a T-money card usable on all subways and buses in Seoul.
: Includes 3,000 KRW credit.
: T-Money card purchase cost (2,500) + T-Money 3,000 KRW credit.
: T-money usage guide (ENG): https://pay.tmoney.co.kr/ncs/pct/ugd/ReadFrgnGd.dev
4. Discount on cultural products and traditional Korean cuisine!
: 10% discount at "Sarang" cafe in the palaces and Incheon Airport!
: Discount period: 2024. 10. 9.~10. 13.
: Show your K-Royal Palaces PASS on site (“Korea House” requires advance reservation.)
: Cafe “Sarang” - https://kchfstore.or.kr
: “Korea House” - https://www.kh.or.kr/kh/eng