- First published
- Oct 11, 2026
Unhyeongung Royal Residence (Seoul)
A free-to-enter historic royal residence in Jongno associated with Prince Regent Heungseon Daewongun and the young King Gojong. Visit Seoul, updated September 12, 2026, lists normal hours of 09:00–19:00 (last entry 18:30), with extended evening opening through November 29, 2026, on selected days.
For October 2026, the official Seoul tourism guide lists evening access until 21:00 (last entry 20:30) on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Sep 1 to Nov 29; Thursday follows regular 19:00 closing. Normally closed Mondays, except Monday public holidays. Check same-day notices before visiting.
Why go
Near Anguk Station Exit 4 (about 103 m per Visit Seoul), it is an easy heritage stop to pair with Insadong, Ikseon-dong or Changdeokgung. General admission is free; do not assume any special craft workshop or ceremonial programme is free or available without checking.
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.