The 12 Best Seoul Photo Tours & Photoshoots

1.Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

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

Meet near Gyeongbokgung Station, choose a hanbok, have your hair styled, then follow James and Jacob through Gwanghwamun Gate and Gyeongbokgung Palace. Expect palace history, pose guidance, scenic photo stops, and more than 100 edited images. Tuesdays switch to Changdeokgung and Ikseondong Hanok Street.

“Very professional and friendly service. The guides were amazing. Would definitely do this again and recommend to my friends”

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2.Professional Hanbok Photography at Gyeongbok Palace

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

Meet photographer Yong at Gyeongbokgung Station, then walk from your hanbok rental shop to the palace for a private one-hour photo session. He guides your poses, explains palace sights in English or Korean, takes phone photos, and provides 10 edited images, at least 300 selection files, and five Polaroids. Hanbok rental costs extra.

“I had the best time during my photoshoot with Yong. He gave me clear instructions on how to pose, how to stand, and where to look. He was extremely professional, and the photos turned out looking like they came straight from a magazine! Definitely recommend everyone to book this photoshoot and make the best memories!”

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3.Street photoshoot and Seoul Hidden gem History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $45

Join historians James and Jacob for a 2 to 3 hour evening walk through Jongmyo Shrine, Cheonggyecheon, Seun Arcade, and Ikseon-dong. Along the way, a professional photographer takes candid and posed portraits, then sends 50 or more edited photos per person through OneDrive. It is built for solo visitors, couples, and friends who want Seoul context and polished keepsakes.

“Great tour and experience learning the history and seeing the hidden gems of seoul. James and Jacob both make the walking tour worth a visit. Historical incidences and information shared by both and the candid pictures at the beautiful spots makes the walking your memorable. I recommend this tour completely!”

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4.Seoul High-Quality Night Photography

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $84

Walk through Seoul’s neon-lit Euljiro, Cheonggyecheon Stream, pojangmacha streets, and traditional hanok alleys with an English-speaking cultural guide and professional photographer. You’ll hear local stories and receive 50 or more edited photos through a Microsoft OneDrive link available for one month.

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5.Street Photoshoot and Hidden Gem History Walking Tour

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

Join guides James and Jacob for a small-group walk through Jongno, Ikseon-dong, Jongmyo Shrine, Sewoon Arcade, and Cheonggyecheon. You’ll hear Korean history, pose for professional photos, and receive edited images through OneDrive. The two-hour route suits solo visitors, couples, and friends who want both culture and good pictures.

“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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6.Hanbok Photo Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $311 per session (up to 4)

Meet Daehan Hanbok near Gyeongbokgung Station, choose from more than 1,500 hanboks, receive hair styling, then pose around Gyeongbokgung Palace with a private photographer. Navruz directs shy subjects with simple posing tips. The session lasts about 1 to 1.5 hours and includes 200+ unedited photos and 20 edited images.

“One of the highlights of our Seoul vacation. The Hanbok place is very organized, everyone is helpful. We had amazing photo session with our photographer. Pictures were excellent and high quality. Recommend to anyone who loves photography and a great memorable experience in Seoul.”

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7.Professional Photoshoot choose your location

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

Join Antonia for a private Seoul photoshoot in the setting that fits your trip, from Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace to Gangnam, DDP, Hongdae, or Han River Park. You’ll get posing help, a guided walk, optional hanbok styling with your own outfit, and at least 30 to 40 edited photos sent 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

Spend two hours at Nahbigo Studio in Seoul for private K-beauty styling, hair, makeup, costumes, props, and a professional photo shoot. Actual idol designers work on your look, with English support available. A welcome cosmetic gift and product advice are included, but some photography items cost extra.

“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 photographer Imane at Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4 for a private one-hour session around Seoul’s grandest palace. She guides your poses, finds strong backdrops, and sends more than 100 original images plus 10 edited photos within 48 hours. English, French, Arabic, and Korean are available.

“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.Family, Couple, and Group Photoshoot in Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $69 per session (up to 2)

Meet English and Korean-speaking staff near Geumho Station for a one-hour private studio session. Professional photographers guide groups of 2 to 12 through flattering poses, soft lighting, Korean-style retouching, and same-day prints. The $69 rate covers up to two people, so check the price for a larger group before booking.

“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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11.Korean-Style Profile Photoshoot | Seoul

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

Meet the English and Korean-speaking staff at Meoche Photo Studio, 10 meters from Geumho Station Exit 2. In a private 30-minute session, you will pose for ID or profile photos, then receive Korean-style retouching, same-day prints, and digital copies. High-resolution original files are not included.

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12.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. You’ll receive 150-plus original JPEGs and edited images, plus short explanations of palace buildings. Rent your hanbok separately, arrive early, and wear comfortable shoes.

“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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