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Changgyeonggung Palace vs Gyeongbokgung Palace

Both are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Gyeongbokgung Palace scores significantly better than Changgyeonggung Palace. Gyeongbokgung Palace ranks #2 in Seoul with approval from 8 reviews including Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.

Changgyeonggung Palace
Changgyeonggung Palace
8 / 10
185 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Various events (tea ceremonies, reenactments for the king's birthday, marriage ceremonies) are held at the palace on select weekend days." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
". The oldest surviving structure is the 15th-century Okcheongyo stone bridge over the stream by the main gate." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Changgyeonggung stands out for its quiet beauty." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Not to be missed, particularly when the garden's cherry trees are in bloom." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"while it's not as impressive as some of the other royal enclaves in Seoul, the grounds are green and tranquil." Full review
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace
9 / 10
161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A must-see for anyone interested in history and architecture, Gyeongbokgung is the most visited tourist site in Korea so crowds can be dense." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Of the five grand palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty, this was the largest and most important one." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Two of the grandest architectural sights in Seoul are here." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"One of the most impressive structures within Seoul's main palace Gyeongbokgung, this large pavilion rests on 48 pillars and overlooks an artificial lake with two small islands." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The main palace building of Gyeongbokgung stands on a double-tiered stone platform with surrounding open-sided corridors." Full review
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