Sungnyemun Gate Guard Ceremony & Experience
숭례문 파수 의식
Experience a reenactment of a crucial military ritual from the Joseon Dynasty
The event takes place at Sungnyemun Gate, the city gate designated as Korea's No. 1 National Treasure. The ceremony is a vivid recreation of the "guard ritual" that was used to defend the city during the Joseon Dynasty, and it includes the "opening and closing ritual," which is performed in traditional costumes, as well as the "Sunra ritual," which is identical to current patrols. You can conclude your day with traditional performances during the day and a view of Sungnyemun Gate at night.
Information
How to get there
4 min walk from Seoul Station Exit 4 (Gyeongui-jungang Line, Airport Railroad, Line 1 and 4), located in Sungnyemun Gate

Possibly closed in case of bad weather (Contact for more info)
Insider Tips
Watch Ceremony 10:40, 11:20, 13:00, 13:40, 14:20, 15:00
Japanese and Chinese menu available
Paid parking available