Gyeongbokgung Winter Date, Conquer It with One Guide! Life Shots + Tips ✨
Winter in Seoul, pay attention if you are bored with the same old indoor dates! It's waste of our youth to just curl up because it's cold, right? 😉 Today, I'll teach you how to master a Gyeongbokgung Winter Date where you can spend a special day as if you became the main character of a historical drama, escaping from obvious date courses.
Why Gyeongbokgung in Winter?
If you thought, "Why a palace in winter, it's freezing!" you are mistaken! Of course, it's cold, but that coldness is what makes Gyeongbokgung's charm romantic. On days when snow piles up, you can face an enchanting landscape that seems to stand on the border between reality and unreality with the quiet snowy scenery contrasting with the colorful Dancheong. The old palace in winter, where the bustling crowds have subsided, is the best place to spend intimate time just for the two of us.
Leaving Our Own 'Life Shots' (feat. Things to Enjoy)
Gyeongbokgung, it's good just to walk, but since we went, let's enjoy it properly! I'll pick points where the joy doubles if you are with a lover or friend.
1. Time Travel Wearing Hanbok This is essential, not a choice! The real charm of Gyeongbokgung is completed only when wearing Hanbok. The moment you enter the palace wearing a pretty Hanbok from a nearby rental shop, you will fall into the illusion, "Huh? Is this the Joseon Dynasty?" Please leave 'life photos' of each other with the colorful Hanbok against the background of the quiet pavilions and white snow. Especially, photos taken with the snowy scenery of Gyeonghoeru or Hyangwonjeong need no words! It will be a special memory to keep forever.
2. Overwhelmed by Grandeur! Changing of the Royal Guard Ceremony 💂 The Changing of the Royal Guard Ceremony held at a fixed time every day is a must-see! The sight of the guards in colorful costumes moving with discipline along with the loud shout of "Eogiyeocha!" is truly spectacular. If you watch while holding the person next to you tightly, you will fall deeply into the vivid sense of presence as if you are in a scene of a drama.
3. Romantic Walk in Quiet Snowy Scenery In winter when it snows, the scenery of Gyeonghoeru and Hyangwonjeong covered in white is truly unrealistic. Escaping the city full of noise, just walking together in the quiet palace where only the sound of footsteps is heard is the best healing! Enjoy a peaceful walk where you can focus more on each other.
💡 Useful 'Gyeongbokgung Tips'
1. War Against Cold, Preparation is Essential! "Oppa, I'm too cold..." It takes a split second for the date atmosphere to go cold with this one word, right? 😅 Most are outdoor spaces, so it's really cold. Be sure to pack sticky hot packs one on the back and stomach, and pocket hot packs one in each hand. Mufflers, gloves, earmuffs full equipment is basic! It's full of sense if you bring a tumbler with warm drinks!
2. Walking Date is the Truth! Parking space is very narrow and fees are expensive. Don't waste time and emotion looking for a parking spot, I strongly recommend using Subway Line 3 Gyeongbokgung Station. Exit 5 comes right out to the palace entrance!
3. 'Open Run' Essential on Weekends! Crowds are still high on weekends or holidays. Diligence is life for pretty photos! I recommend visiting early in the morning to take pictures and look around leisurely.
4. Hanbok Rental & Free Admission Tips! If you wear Hanbok, Gyeongbokgung admission fee (3,000 won) is free! There are really many rental shops around the palace, so if you look at designs and reserve on the internet in advance, you can save time and get discounts.
✨ Overall Review: The Place to Gift the Most Special Day This Winter
Movie or cafe dates are good, but sometimes these special experiences remain in memory for a long time. The time taking pictures of each other in the quiet winter palace and walking on the snowy road holding hands tightly will surely be unforgettable.
"How about filming a historical romance at Gyeongbokgung this weekend?"