K-Royal Culture Festival Spring 2025

<A Time Travel, King Sejong-New Commers of Royal Palace>

Woke up and found yourself a royal newbie in the Joseon Dynasty?

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"New Commers of Royal Palace" is an immersive experience where you can become a palace apprentice, don traditional attire, and explore the royal culture of the Joseon Dynasty.

 

Become a royal newbie preparing for a royal banquet during King Sejong's reign and take a time-travel journey to Gyeongbokgung Palace!

 

Event Information

Date and Time  April 26, 2025 (Sat)–April 30, 2025 (Wed)

Event Time  Session 1 10:00–12:30 (150 minutes) Session 2 14:00–16:30 (150 minutes)

Venue Gyeongbokgung Palace area (Time Travel Zone)

Participants  160 per session (4 activities × 40 participants)

Age Requirement  14 years and older (born before 2011)

 

Ticket Reservation Information

Ticket Price  KRW 10,000 (One person can purchase up to 4 tickets)

 

* Severe disabilities = former Grades 1–3 / Mild disabilities = former Grades 4–6

* Discounts must be applied at the time of reservation. On-site discount application or refund of the price difference is not available.

* Those who fail to bring valid proof cannot pay the difference, receive a refund, or enter the venue.

 

Reservation Guidelines

[Ticket Reservation]

Ÿ This event requires ID verification at the ticket confirmation desk in front of Yongseongmun Gate. Please bring an original photo ID matching the booking name and your reservation details (reservation number).

 

Program Information

Program Flow

Preparation (60 minutes)	≫	Performance (30 minutes)	≫	Experience (60 minutes)
Check-in and costume change		Reenactment Performance participation		Royal culture experience (Select one)

 

Preparation

Time

(First session) 10:00–11:00 (60 minutes)

(Second session) 14:00–15:00 (60 minutes)

Venue

Changing area in front of Yongseongmun Gate, Gyeongbokgung

Details

Participant check-in, costume change, and item distribution

 

Performance

Time

(First session) 11:00–11:20 (20 minutes)

(Second session) 15:00–15:20 (20 minutes)

Venue

Geunjeongjeon Hall of Gyeongbokgung Palace

Details

Participate in the <A Time Travel, King Sejong-Royal Palace Daily Life> performance

* King Sejong and his officials appear at Geunjeongjeon Hall to signal the start of your time travel.

A special royal order from King Sejong awaits the royal newbies.

 

<Check-In Information>

Check-In Location  In front of Gyeongbokgung Palace's Yongseongmun Gate <A Time Travel, King Sejong-New Commers of Royal Palace> Ticket Confirmation Desk

           (towards the National Palace Museum)

Check-In Time  Session 1 09:30–10:00 / Session 2 13:30–14:00 of the event day

* Check-in is available starting 30 minutes prior to the start of the session.

* If you wish to enter Gyeongbokgung Palace before the check-in time for general sightseeing, a separate admission fee must be paid at the ticket office. However, after your general visit, you must exit and return to the check-in area at Yongseongmun Gate within the check-in time.

 

Event Guidelines

Check-In Reminders

Ÿ ID verification will be conducted at the ticket confirmation desk. Please bring an original photo ID matching the booking name and your reservation details (reservation number).

Ÿ Entry may be denied if ID verification fails or the reservation details do not match the participant.

Ÿ If you visit the check-in desk after the check-in time, your participation may be restricted.

Ÿ Mobile tickets will be automatically sent via KakaoTalk or text message after booking. If you didn’t receive your Ticketlink mobile ticket, you can view your reservation on My Page at Ticketlink and enter with that. For the safety of guests, entry will proceed one by one following ticket confirmation, as directed by staff. Please kindly change and wait in a queue at Yongseongmun Gate.

 

During the Event

Ÿ This program is for ages 14 and older. Child-size costumes are not available.

Ÿ Wearing light clothes (short sleeves, shorts) is recommended for easier costume fitting.

Ÿ Lockers are available, but we are not responsible for loss or damage to personal items.

Ÿ Restrooms are located far from the event area so it is difficult to access them once the event begins. We recommend using the restrooms (at Gyeongbokgung Station) before the event begins.

Ÿ Flash photography, tripods, and outside food and beverages are prohibited during the event.

Ÿ Recording, video, and photo-taking are prohibited during the event. Unauthorized recording may result in restrictions and deletion of content.

Ÿ Food, flammable materials, and recreational devices are not allowed inside, as this is a protected cultural heritage site.

Ÿ Media and broadcast coverage may take place during the event. Photography or filming may occur without prior notice.

Ÿ Photos and videos taken during the event may be used by the Korea Heritage Agency for official promotional materials, publications, or research.

 

Rain Policy

Ÿ If rain is forecast by 20:00 the day before the event, the program may be canceled for safety and convenience.

Ÿ Any changes or announcements regarding weather conditions will be notified via text message first. Please check your contact information in your Ticket Link account before making a reservation. The event organizers and ticketing platform are not responsible for any issues caused by incorrect information provided during the reservation.

Getting to the Venue

In front of Yongseongmun Gate, Gyeongbokgung (toward National Palace Museum)

161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

 

-By Subway-

Subway Line 3 <Gyeongbokgung Station> Exit 5

-By Bus-

Get off at Gyeongbokgung Palace stop

Blue Line Bus: 109, 171, 272, 601, 606, 710

Green Line Bus: 1020, 7025

Get off at Duksung Girls' High School stop

Blue Line Bus: 171, 272, 401, 406, 704, 710

Green Line Bus: 1020, 7025

-By Car-

Gyeongbokgung Palace East Parking Lot (parking fees apply)

* We recommend using public transportation as the parking space is limited.