How to Get from Myeongdong Station to Gyeongbokgung Palace

QUICK ROUTE
Take Subway Line 4 to Chungmuro, transfer to Line 3 and get off at Gyeongbokgung Station. Use Exit 5 and walk about 5 minutes to Gwanghwamun Gate.

FINAL APPROACH
Arrival point: Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 5
Distance: About 300-400 m to Gwanghwamun Gate
Walking time: About 5 min
Tip: Mostly level after the station exit.

OPEN GYEONGBOKGUNG PALACE IN NAVER MAP

Route at a glance

  • From: Myeongdong Station
  • Travel time: About 20–25 minutes
  • Fare: About KRW 1,550 with a transit card
  • Best exit: Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 5
  • Final walk: About 5 minutes to Gwanghwamun Gate

What to type in NAVER Map

Korean search term: 경복궁

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

Hours and admission

  • Hours: Seasonal hours apply; closed on Tuesdays. Check the official palace page before visiting.
  • Admission: General adult admission is usually KRW 3,000; eligible visitors wearing complete hanbok can enter free.

Opening hours, fares and walking routes may change. Confirm the live route in NAVER Map and check the attraction’s official website before departure.

Check the official visitor information

QUICK ROUTE
Take Subway Line 4 to Chungmuro, transfer to Line 3 and get off at Gyeongbokgung Station. Use Exit 5 and walk about 5 minutes to Gwanghwamun Gate.

OPEN GYEONGBOKGUNG PALACE IN NAVER MAP

Route at a glance

  • From: Myeongdong Station
  • Travel time: About 20–25 minutes
  • Fare: About KRW 1,550 with a transit card
  • Best exit: Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 5
  • Final walk: About 5 minutes to Gwanghwamun Gate

What to type in NAVER Map

Korean search term: 경복궁

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

Hours and admission

  • Hours: Seasonal hours apply; closed on Tuesdays. Check the official palace page before visiting.
  • Admission: General adult admission is usually KRW 3,000; eligible visitors wearing complete hanbok can enter free.

Opening hours, fares and walking routes may change. Confirm the live route in NAVER Map and check the attraction’s official website before departure.

Check the official visitor information

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