Unhyeongung Royal Residence

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Unhyeongung Royal Residence is a historic site located in Unni-dong, Jongno-gu in Seoul. The residence belonged to Heungseon Daewongun, Emperor Gojong's father and was where the emperor-to-be grew up as a child. Although the residence was a private home for the royal family rather than a place for political affairs, some of the most historically important events took place within the walls of Unhyeongung Royal Residence towards the end of the Joseon dynasty.

When Gojong was appointed as king at an early age, Heungseon Daewongun rose in power as king regent. During this time, Unhyeongung Royal Residence went through upscaling renovations, increasing in size and grandeur. After Heungseon Daewongun stepped down from regency, Unhyeongung Royal Residence's reputation slowly deteriorated as the family went through financial difficulties and could not afford to maintain the facilities. The ownership of the residence was confiscated by the Japanese administration in 1912, then returned to Heungseon Daewongun's descendants in 1948. The complex was then purchased by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, followed by renovation efforts in 1993 to recover and preserve whatever was left of the historical site.

 

(03131)464, Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul

+82-2-766-9090
www.unhyeongung.or.kr

 

Utilization information

Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-766-9090

Experience Guide : [Traditional Clothing Experience]
Visitors can try on traditional clothes and take photos within the complex
- Venue: Planned exhibition hall
- Schedule: April-October 10:00-18:00 / November-March 10:00-17:00
* Not available when Unhyeongung Royal Residence is closed

Parking Facility : Not available

Closed : Mondays (Open if Monday is a public holiday)

Operating Hours : April-October 09:00-19:00 / November-March 09:00-18:00
* Last admission 30 min before closing

Admission Fees

Free

Restrooms

Available

Interpretation Services Offered

Audio guide available in English, Japanese, and Chinese
- Operating hours: April-October 09:00-18:00 / November-March 09:00-17:00
- Rental fee: 1,100 won

* Rent an audio guide and listen while walking through Unhyeongung Royal Residence.
* Purchase a voucher for the audio guide rental at the ticket booth and exchange voucher with the audio guide at the audio guide rental counter.
* A valid ID, including passport, must be submitted for audio guide rental. It will be returned when the audio guide is turned in.
* Storage of personal belongings are not allowed at the counter.