1.Gyeongbokgung Palace Nighttime Opening
The topic of this passage is about the nighttime opening of Gyeongbokgung Palace in 2024 (nighttime viewing). When traveling, the atmosphere often changes significantly between day and night. Gyeongbokgung Palace, which is close to us, is no exception.
The palace presents a completely different image during the day compared to the night. While visiting during the day is usually possible without any special arrangements, this is not the case for nighttime visits. This is why I believe experiencing the nighttime viewing of Gyeongbokgung Palace is essential.
2. Opening Hours
May 8th (Wednesday) to June 2nd (Sunday)
Time: 19:00 to 21:30
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays every week, and there will be no nighttime viewing from May 17th to 19th.
The last admission is at 20:30, so make sure not to be late.
3. Advance Booking
Available from 10:00 on April 30th, bookings can be made through Interpark for nighttime viewing.
Daily Ticket Limit: 3,300
Online Booking: 3,000 tickets (up to 4 tickets per person)
On-site Purchase: 300 tickets (limited to foreigners, up to 2 tickets per person)
Tickets purchased are only valid for the day of purchase. After online booking, tickets can be collected from the self-ticketing machine at Gwanghwamun Ticket Office before entry.
4. Admission Fee
Adults (25 to 64 years old): ₩3,000
Under 24 years old: Free
65 years old and above: Free
Disabled individuals, veterans: Free
Those wearing Hanbok (Korean traditional clothing): Free
Foreigners (19 to 64 years old): ₩3,000
National merit recipients, along with their spouses and descendants, can enter for free with proper identification. For disabled visitors, one companion is allowed for severe disabilities, and even mild disabilities are accommodated.
Step 1 Find Tickets, Step 2 Enter Mobile Number or Booking Number and Confirm, Step 3 Print Ticket
5. Notes
Cancellation is possible until 17:00 the day before the visit for a refund.
Foreigners and those eligible for free admission must bring proper identification such as passports.
Nighttime viewing operates even in rainy weather.
Stroller and wheelchair rentals are not available during the night viewing.
Be cautious when moving around.
Parking spaces are limited, so using public transportation is recommended, especially exiting at Exit 5 of Gyeongbokgung Station.
6. Areas Open for Nighttime Viewing
Gwanghwamun, Heungnyemun, Gyotaejeon, Amisan area, Geunjeongjeon, Gangnyeongjeon, Gyeonghoeru, Sangjeongjeon