Top 13 Seoul Photo Tours & Photoshoots

1.Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · from $60Our pick

Dress in a rented hanbok, have your hair styled, then tour Gyeongbokgung with historian-guide James and photographer Jacob. You’ll hear lively Joseon-era stories, visit quieter palace corners, and receive more than 100 edited photos. Tuesdays switch to Changdeokgung and Ikseondong.

“easy way to learn about the history of Korea/Gyeongbokgung Palace, walk around dressed up and feeling like royalty in the Joseon Dynasty, and not have to worry about the best places to take pics (perks of having a pro photographer) James and Jacob were iconic/funny/awesome/nice/knowledgeable/supa dupa cool Would recommend:D”

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2.Professional Hanbok Photography at Gyeongbok Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 172 reviews · 1 hour · from $103

Meet photographer Yong Kwon at Gyeongbokgung Station, choose a quality hanbok with his advice, then walk through Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace for a one-hour private shoot. Yong speaks fluent English and Korean, directs every pose, sends 10 edited images, and gives you Polaroid prints.

“It was perfect ! Yong is a so good photographer. He is available via message before the activity to give you addresses. During the shoot, he takes the time to explain and show you the poses, putting you at ease. It was sweet of you to offer to take some photos with my phone as well. Thanks again!”

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3.Street photoshoot and Seoul Hidden gem History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $45

Join James and Jacob for a 2 to 3-hour Seoul walking tour through Jongmyo Shrine, Cheonggyecheon, Seun Arcade, and Ikseon-dong. You’ll hear local history, visit atmospheric lanes, and receive 50-plus edited photos per person, plus group shots.

“A great way to see the city and learn more about Seoul. Happy with how the photos turned out well. James and Jacob make a great team.”

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4.Street Photoshoot and Hidden Gem History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 2 hours · from $44

Walk Seoul’s Jongno district with guides James and Jacob, combining Korean history with a professional photoshoot. Visit Ikseon-dong, Jongmyo Shrine, Sewoon Arcade, and Cheonggyecheon, then download edited photos through OneDrive. The small group is limited to 10 people.

“Great! Friendly and very informational. Very thorough and considerate. A must activity for those who love being in front of the camera!”

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5.Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $100

Spend about an hour at Gyeongbokgung Palace with a private photographer such as Miss Jeon or Moon. Rent your hanbok separately, then follow your photographer through the palace grounds for more than 100 photos. The session suits couples and families of up to four people.

“Our photoshoot experience was so memorable and smooth. There were hanbok rental shops all along the streets near Gyeongbokgung palace and exit 4 of the metro station where we met our photographer, Miss Jeon. The earlier the betteRead more”

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6.Hanbok Photo Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours

Meet Daehan Hanbok by Gyeongbokgung Station, choose from more than 1,500 hanboks, add hairstyling, then pose around Gyeongbokgung with a private photographer. Navruz directs you through natural poses, while your group receives 200+ unedited photos and 20 edited images.

“It was a wonderful experience for my family’s photo shoot. Highly recommended.”

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7.Professional Photoshoot choose your location

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $80

Meet Antonia for a private Seoul photoshoot in the setting that fits your style. Choose Bukchon, Gyeongbokgung, Gangnam, Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Hongdae, or Han River Park, with posing help and 30 to 40 edited photos delivered by email.

“Excellent e! Antonia was really kind and prepared, very easy going which made the entire experience more enjoyable. Highly recommend it!”

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8.K-Beauty Tour with Hair, Makeup, Photo Shoot

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $207

At Nahbigo Studio in Seoul, an actual K-pop idol designer styles your hair and makeup in a private room, then guides you through a studio photo shoot. You receive product advice, Korean cosmetics, costumes, props, tea, and a welcome gift. The experience lasts two hours and is private.

“It was very pleasant and friendly. All the services were in one building so it was very convenient. June, my photographer, was so patient and amazing. I love the photos. The makeup artist and hair stylist were also very good. Would recommend again and again. Thanks!!”

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9.Your Personal Photographer in Gyeongbokung

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $101

Meet Imane at Gyeongbokgung Station for a private one-hour photoshoot around Seoul’s grand palace. She guides your poses, speaks English, French, Arabic, and Korean, and sends over 100 original photos plus 10 edited images within 48 hours. You can also request filming for reels or YouTube.

“Iman was the best! She knew the best spots to take great pictures. And her pictures were stunning! There was no way we could have achieved that with a selfie stick! Highly recommended. Worth the price!”

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10.Seoul Film Camera Club

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Meet Kinam at Exit 3 of Hongik University Station for a three-hour Hongdae photo walk. Use an automatic Canon film camera with 36 Kodak shots, explore Yeonnam-dong’s Maze Road, and learn local stories along the way. The team develops and scans your film, then sends a download link.

“It was relaxing and informative. Along with being provided a camera with film, I also got loads of great restaurant recommendations and had a great time seeing Hongdae. I would definitely recommend this tour!”

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11.Family, Couple, and Group Photoshoot in Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Meet English and Korean-speaking staff near Geumho Station for a private one-hour studio session. Your photographer guides flattering angles and natural poses, then creates Korean-style retouched images and same-day prints for groups of 2 to 12.

“We had our engagement photoshoot here, the photographer was really nice and told us how to send and show our best angles. Very happy with the result”

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12.Korean-Style Profile Photoshoot | Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $29Best value

Meet the English and Korean-speaking staff 10 meters from Exit 2 at Geumho Station for a private, 30-minute studio session. You will receive professional posing help, Korean-style retouching, same-day prints, and digital copies. High-resolution original files are not included.

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13.Modern Hanbok Dress Photoshoot Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 hour · from $103

Meet photographer Mike at Gyeongbokgung Palace’s west gate for a private 60-minute modern Hanbok photoshoot. He guides your poses, shares palace and clothing history, and leads you to lesser-known photo spots. Hanbok rental costs extra, and you receive 150 or more original JPEG images plus edited photos.

“Mike is an amazing photographer! He knew all the best spots (they're not obvious) and he knew how to make me pose to get the stunning photos I wanted. I recommend this photo shoot a lot!”

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