How To See Gyeongbokgung Palace at Night in 2024
Did you know you can visit Gyeongbokgung Palace at night? It's considered a must-do, even for Koreans! Here's how you can get in!
- Night Viewing Information
- How To Get Tickets
- 1. On-site (Foreigners Only)
- 2. Free Entry
- Seoul Hanbok Rental Shops
*The 2024 Fall Night Viewing has ended for the year.
Every spring and fall, Gyeongbokgung Palace opens up its gates for a limited time to visitors during the night time to enjoy a beautiful view of the lit up palace under the moonlight.
During the nighttime tour, you can wander through various areas within Gyeongbokgung Palace, such as Gwanghwamun Gate, Gyeonghoeru Pavilion, and Geunjeongjeon Hall.
The night viewing is a very special experience and even Koreans have a difficult time getting tickets as they are limited and sell out very quickly! If you're in Korea while the night viewing is available, you definitely don't want to miss it! Keep reading to find out how you can get see the night viewing!
Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Rentals
Night Viewing Information
The 2024 Spring Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Viewing schedule has been released!
2024 Schedule | |
Spring 2024 | May 8, 2024 ~ June 2, 2024 |
Fall 2024 | September 11, 2024 ~ October 27, 2024 |
Closed | Every Monday & Tuesday Night Viewing Unavailable on Sep 19 & Oct 9 |
Hours: 19:00-21:30 (Last Entry 20:30)
Price: 3,000 KRW per person (Ages 7-64)
*Entry is free if you enter wearing a Hanbok.
Things to Keep in Mind:
- In the case that it rains, the palace will still be open for night viewing.
- There are no strollers or wheelchairs available for rental.
- Please be cautious during the night viewing as it is dark outside.
How To Get Tickets
1. On-site (Foreigners Only)
Foreigners can buy same-day tickets on-site at the ticket booth. This is probably your best bet for getting tickets! Keep in mind that these are same-day tickets so you must enter the palace on the day that you buy tickets. They will not be valid afterwards.
Details:
- 300 tickets available per day
- 2 tickets limit per purchaser
- Foreign passport or Alien Registration Card (ARC) required for purchase.
- Tickets may be used by anyone, including Koreans.
2. Free Entry
Yes, there are ways you can get into the Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Viewing for free without having to get a ticket ahead of time!
For foreigners, the easiest way to guarantee entry into the night viewing would be to rent a Hanbok! Even if the maximum number of visitors is exceeded, you will still be granted entry if you are wearing a Hanbok.
Valid Free Entry:
- Those wearing a Hanbok
- Children under 6 years old (Must provide proof of age)
- Elderly over 65 years old (Must provide proof of age)
Seoul Hanbok Rental Shops
You can rent a Hanbok easily and get a discount on Creatrip! Here are Hanbok rental shops that have extended operating hours for rental near Gyeongbokgung at night:
1) Hanbok Girls | 한복소녀
Hours: 9:00-21:30
Last Reservation Time: 19:00
2) Gigibebe Hanbok | 지지배배한복
Hours: 9:00-21:30
Last Reservation Time: 19:00
3) Ari Hanbok | 아리한복
Hours: 10:00-22:00
Last Reservation Time: 20:00
4) Daehan Hanbok | 대한한복
Hours: 9:00-21:30
Last Reservation Time: 19:00
Check out all the options for Hanbok rental here!
Gyeongbokgung & Seochon Guide
We hope that you can experience the Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Viewing! It's a must-do experience in Korea! If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a comment below or send us an email at help@creatrip.com! You can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook to stay updated on all things Korea!
