How far in advance should tickets for the Palace Museum be reserved? Is on-site ticket sales available?

Tickets for the Palace Museum must be reserved 7 days in advance, with reservations opening daily at 20:00 via the official mini-program or website, requiring real-name registration. On-site ticket sales are unavailable. Entry is timed into morning/afternoon sessions: the latest morning entry is 12:00, and the earliest afternoon entry is 11:00. Early booking is recommended, especially during peak seasons (April–October).