Gyeongbok Palace and Changgyeong Palace in downtown Seoul will open at night from May 2 to May 14.
 
Tickets for nighttime admission will be sold in advance on the Web sites Auction and Interpark, starting from 2 p.m. on April 23. People aged 65 or older can purchase tickets on the spot or book over the phone, while foreigners can buy tickets on site.

Various cultural events related to the Royal Palace Cultural Festival will also be held during the 13-day nighttime admission period, including a shadow puppet show.