Experts' Choice Award Changdeokgung Palace
8 expert reviews
“Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997, Changdeokgung's rear garden has remained a resting area for the royals since the time of King Taejong.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's "If you only have time for one of Seoul's five palaces, Changdeokgung is the one to see." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The beautiful main palace building, Injeongjeon... sits in harmony with the paved courtyard, the open corridors and the trees behind it." Full review
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The highlight, Biwon (Huwon), the Secret or Hidden Garden.
Afar Magazine "The leafy gardens provide respite from the non-stop city beyond the walls." Full review
Lonely Planet "The beautiful main palace building of Changdeokgung sits in harmony with the paved courtyard, the open corridors and the trees behind it." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"A Unesco world heritage site, Changdeokgung was built in 1404 to house the royal family and remained a royal residence up until 1989." Full review
Time Out "The most well-preserved of all the palaces, Changdeokgung Palace is said to be the favored palace of the Joseon princes and a personal favorite of Seoul locals." Full review
Afar Magazine "a prime example of pungsu, a style derived from the principles of Confucianism that harmoniously blends architecture with the surrounding landscape. " Full review
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