Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks busy (daily crowd index 97); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Tue, Nov 24; weekday average 53, weekend average 91; the quietest day of the week is Tuesday; opening hours: 09:00–22:00 (last entry 21:30) (KST).
- Type
- Historic site
- Area
- Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
- Address
- 102 Wonhwa-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
- Opening hours
- 09:00–22:00 (last entry 21:30) (KST)
- Parking nearby
- 2 lots within 500 m · about 102 spaces
- Sunrise / sunset
- Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:44 · sunset 17:30
Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond: least crowded days in the next 30 days
This is the daily crowd index forecast by the Korea Tourism Organization from mobile-network data. 100 = this place's busiest period, so 50 means about half as busy as its peak. It covers the whole day — even busy days can be quiet early in the morning or in the evening.
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/2858 | 2966 | 3065 | 3197 | |||
| 11/194 | 268 | 353 | 458 | 561 | 656 | 7100 |
| 894 | 953 | 1046 | 1144 | 1254 | 1356 | 1492 |
| 1581 | 1651 | 1745 | 1845 | 1948 | 2050 | 2196 |
| 2272 | 2351 | 2443 | 2545 | 2651 |
Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays
| Quieter weekends & holidays | Sun, Nov 22 72 |
|---|---|
| Quietest days | Wed, Nov 11 44 · Tue, Nov 17 45 · Tue, Nov 24 43 |
| Busiest days | Sat, Oct 31 97 · Sat, Nov 7 100 · Sat, Nov 21 96 |
| Weekday / weekend average | Weekdays 53 · weekends 91 |
| Average by day of week | Mon 56 · Tue 47 · Wed 50 · Thu 56 · Fri 57 · Sat 96 · Sun 85 (bold = quietest day) |
Festivals & events nearby
- Peace On: Dam Sat, Nov 7 · 1 km
FAQ
- Is there parking at Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond?
- Yes. On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond?
- 09:00–22:00 (last entry 21:30) (KST). Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
- Which day is Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond least crowded?
- Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Tuesday is the quietest day of the week (average 47) and Saturday the busiest (average 96). The single quietest day is Tue, Nov 24.
- What time should I visit Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond to avoid the crowds?
- Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving right after opening (09:00) or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.
- Will Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond be crowded this weekend?
- This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be busy (daily crowd index 97; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.
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