Route B · Deoksugung
Deoksugung Stonewall Road: A Romantic Seoul Photoshoot Walk
A calm stone-wall walk in the middle of the city, and a palace where East meets West.
Deoksugung sits right in the center of Seoul, across from City Hall. Around it runs one of the city's most romantic walks: the Deoksugung Stonewall Road (Doldam-gil), which continues into the historic Jeong-dong neighborhood.
It's a favorite for couples, and just as lovely for solo portraits and families.
Two settings in one route
The stone-wall road (public, free). A tree-lined walkway beside the palace wall. Spring and autumn are especially beautiful here, and walking shots feel natural.
Inside the palace (ticketed). Deoksugung mixes traditional halls with Western-style buildings, which gives a different look from Seoul's other palaces.
Deoksugung at a glance
| Closed | Every Monday |
| Hours | 9:00–21:00 (last entry 20:00) |
| Adult admission | 1,000 KRW |
| In hanbok | Free entry |
| Stonewall Road | Public walkway, free |
Ashlee Seoul Snap sessions are daytime only. Check the official palace information before visiting, as hours can change.
The Monday rule
The palace is closed on Mondays, but the stone-wall road and Jeong-dong streets are public, so a Monday session can still happen outside the palace walls.
How Route B works
Route B: Deoksugung & Jeong-dong focuses mainly on the stone-wall road and Jeong-dong streets. Shooting inside the palace happens only after admission and any required photography permission are confirmed.
| Package | Time | Typical flow |
|---|---|---|
| Quick, $190 | 30 min | One spot along the wall |
| Solo, $290 | 60 min | One key spot along the wall |
| Couple, $420 | 90 min | Stonewall Road + Jeong-dong |
| Family, $490 | 90 min | Two spots, flat walking, breaks |
Admission for you and the photographer is agreed before payment. See Seoul photoshoot prices.
Why couples love it
The wall gives a simple, timeless background, and the road invites you to walk side by side rather than pose. Hold hands, lean in, laugh at something. Those are the frames people keep. Read the Seoul couple photoshoot guide.
Good for families, too
Most of the route is flat, so it's easier with small children and strollers than Bukchon's slopes. See the family photoshoot guide.
Hanbok at Deoksugung
Visitors in hanbok enter the palace free. Rental is arranged separately. Allow time to change before the session. More in hanbok photoshoot in Seoul.
Compare Route B with the other routes.
Official information
Frequently asked questions
Is Deoksugung Stonewall Road free?
Yes. The stone-wall walkway beside Deoksugung is a public road and free to visit. Entering the palace requires a ticket (1,000 KRW for adults) or a hanbok.
What day is Deoksugung closed?
Deoksugung Palace is closed every Monday. The public stone-wall road and Jeong-dong streets remain accessible.
Is Deoksugung good for a couple photoshoot?
Yes. The calm, tree-lined stone wall invites natural walking shots, which is why it's a favorite for couples.