Romantic Autumn nights call for a stroll through the grand palaces, and the beloved event is back this year! The Gyeongbokgung Palace night viewing season is officially kicking off. Walking through the royal palace from dusk till night under the autumn breeze is a magical, must-do experience for any trip to Seoul. Admission is limited to 3,300 people per day, with an extra 300 tickets available on-site exclusively for foreign tourists. Plus, admission is totally free if you're 6 and under, 65 and older, or wearing a traditional Hanbok, so definitely keep that in mind! Please note that night viewings are closed every Monday and Tuesday. 📍 Gyeongbokgung Palace 🗓️ Sep 2 (Wed) - Oct 2 (Fri), 2026
2026 Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Opening
Gwanghwamun (Seoul)
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161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- How to get there8 min walk from Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 5 (Line 3)
- Period2026. 09. 02 ~ 2026. 10. 02
- Opening hoursToday 19:00 ~ 21:30
- Fri19:00 ~ 21:30
- Sat19:00 ~ 21:30
- Sun19:00 ~ 21:30
- MonClosed
- TueClosed
- Wed19:00 ~ 21:30
- Thu19:00 ~ 21:30
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