Jongmyo Shrine
Jong-ro, Seoul
Ritual ceremonies still take place at this Confucian shrine dedicated to Joseon dynasty royals.
- 👶 Kid-friendly
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible
Why it's in the ranking
We blend the rating (4.5) with the volume of 1,327 reviews to compute a confidence score of 4.41 (out of 5).
Opening hours
● Open now- Monday: 09:20 AM – 05:40 PM
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 09:20 AM – 05:40 PM
- Thursday: 09:20 AM – 05:40 PM
- Friday: 09:20 AM – 05:40 PM
- Saturday: 09:00 AM – 06:30 PM
- Sunday: 09:00 AM – 06:30 PM
Approximate location
Address: South Korea, Seoul, Jongno District, Jong-ro, 157 종묘관리소
📍 📍 View on Google Maps ↗What visitors say
Reviews from Google- ★★★★★★★★★★Travel Maker· 4 months ago
If you want to understand the deep roots of Korean history, visiting Jongmyo Shrine is absolutely essential. Built in 1395 during the reign of Taejo of Joseon, Jongmyo is the royal ancestral shrine of the Joseon Dynasty. For more than 5…
- ★★★★★★★★★★신영수· 2 months ago
Jongmyo is a supreme Confucian shrine in Seoul, dedicated to the kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is renowned for its sublime, minimalist architecture and the preservation of Jongmyo Jerye—a roy…
- ★★★★★★★★★★Stuart· a month ago
Visiting the Jongmyo Shrine is a very calming experience while in Seoul. It was a fascinating visit where I learned a great deal about the shrine and why it was built. There is a free audio guide available by scanning a QR code. I visite…
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