The schedule for the 2026 Autumn Gyeongbokgung Starlight Tour has been announced.
The Gyeongbokgung Starlight Tour is a special evening program that combines a guided palace walk with royal cuisine and traditional Korean performances.
The 2026 autumn program will run from September 2 to October 24. Special sessions for international visitors are also scheduled from October 21 to 24.
What is the Gyeongbokgung Starlight Tour?
The Gyeongbokgung Starlight Tour is one of Gyeongbokgung Palace’s most popular evening cultural programs.
Participants explore the palace at night with a professional guide. At Oe-sojubang, the palace kitchen, guests can enjoy traditional Korean music and “Dosul Surasang,” a modern interpretation of the everyday royal meal once served to the king and queen.
The tour then continues through areas including Jagyeongjeon Hall and its Ten Longevity Chimney, Jibokjae Hall—once used as King Gojong’s library—Geoncheonggung Residence and Hyangwonjeong Pavilion.
In 2026, a special changgeuk performance featuring a story about a king will also be presented at Jibokjae Hall. The program offers a memorable combination of palace architecture, Korean history, royal cuisine and traditional performing arts.
2026 Autumn Event Information
Event period: September 2–October 24, 2026
Event days: Wednesday–Sunday
Starting times:
・First session: 6:20 p.m.
・Second session: 7:30 p.m.
Duration: Approximately 110 minutes
Admission: KRW 60,000 per person
The program will not operate from September 30 to October 4 due to preparations for another palace event.
Program Highlights
・A guided evening walk through Gyeongbokgung Palace
・“Dosul Surasang,” a modern interpretation of a royal meal
・Traditional Korean music at Oe-sojubang
・A special changgeuk performance at Jibokjae Hall
・An evening walk around Geoncheonggung Residence and Hyangwonjeong Pavilion
・Night views reflected on Hyangwonji Pond
The program and tour route may be changed depending on palace or event conditions.
General Lottery and Ticket Schedule
Tickets for the general sessions will initially be allocated through a lottery.
Lottery application period:
August 14 at 2:00 p.m.–August 20 at 2:00 p.m.
Lottery results:
August 24 at 5:00 p.m.
Advance booking for successful applicants:
August 25 at 2:00 p.m.–August 27 at 11:59 p.m.
First-come, first-served sale of remaining tickets:
From August 28 at 2:00 p.m.
Lottery applications and reservations will be handled through Ticketlink. Successful applicants can select their preferred date and session and reserve up to two tickets.
The general booking process may require a Korean mobile phone number or Korean identity verification. Please check the Ticketlink requirements before applying.
Special Sessions for International Visitors
Special sessions for international visitors will be held on the following dates:
Event period: October 21–24, 2026
Booking platform: Creatrip
These international sessions will be offered separately from the general domestic lottery.
Reservations through Creatrip will open on October 1, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. KST.
Before Your Visit
The Starlight Tour takes place at night and includes walking through the palace grounds. Comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the evening temperature are recommended.
Booking procedures, participation requirements, menus, meeting points and program details may be changed. Please check the latest official information before making a reservation and again before your visit.
Official announcement:
https://blog.naver.com/kheritage/224376301576
Booking information was updated on September 18, 2026, based on the Creatrip booking page and the official event announcement. Event details and booking procedures are subject to change. Please check the Creatrip booking page for the latest information.
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