Palace Photo Sessions Around the World: 8 to Book

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, and explore Gyeongbokgung with historian-guide James and photographer Jacob. Expect palace stories, pose help, scenic photo stops, and more than 100 edited images. On Tuesdays, the route switches to Changdeokgung and Ikseondong.

“My wife and I had such a great time with James and Jacob. They were super friendly, taught us a lot about Hanbok, and made the whole photoshoot really fun. We definitely recommend it!”

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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, wear a hanbok from a recommended rental shop, then walk through Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace for a guided one-hour photo session. You receive 10 edited images, low-resolution proofs, and five Polaroids. Hanbok rental costs extra.

“I had such a wonderful photoshoot! The photographer was kind, professional, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the session. The photos turned out beautifully — natural, bright, and full of emotion. I also appreciated the smooth communication, the helpful guidance during the shoot, and the fast delivery of the edited pictures. I even received more edited photos than expected, which was such a thoughtful surprise! If you’re visiting Korea and want to capture beautiful memories, I highly recommend this experience. Truly one of the highlights of my trip! Thank you 🤍📸✨”

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3.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, receive hairstyling, then pose around Gyeongbokgung with a private English-speaking photographer. Navruz leads posing and photo tips, while the shop team helps you get dressed. The session lasts about two hours.

“Mooie jurken en erg behulpzame personeel. Ook de fotograaf was erg professioneel en leidde ons goed door de fotos heen.”

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4.Plaza Mayor & Royal Palace Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour

Meet your photographer outside Plaza Mayor’s Centro de Turismo for a private 30-minute to 1-hour shoot. You’ll pose at the square, explore nearby corners, and, on longer sessions, continue to the Royal Palace. Photographers such as Patricia and Josel guide natural poses in English, Spanish, German, or Italian.

“Activity was wonderful! The photographer, Patricia, was kind, talented, professional, very open to our ideas while also sharing her own ideas, and had wonderful insight. Completed the activity with family and we absolutely loved the entire experience!”

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5.Buda Castle: Private photoshoot with a local guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 hour · from $84

Meet photographer and guide Bence at Szentháromság Square for a private one-hour session at Fisherman’s Bastion and Buda Castle. Choose morning or night, learn simple posing tips, and receive 20+ edited photos within 48 hours. Extra edits cost 3 EUR each.

“I really loved the photoshoot! Excellent professional with a positive energy which made the experience enjoyable and fun 😊. I highly recommend his work.”

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6.Professional photoshoot at The Royal Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 15 - 45 minutes

Meet your photographer by the Monument to Felipe IV for a private 15 to 45-minute shoot outside Madrid’s Royal Palace. Get posing help, several palace viewpoints, and 10, 25, or 50 edited digital photos within 48 hours. English and Spanish support is available.

“Eugenia did a beautiful job with our photos. She was very kind and easy to work with.”

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7.Exclusive Private Photography & Video Tour to The Forbidden City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $190

Spend four to five hours with an English-speaking guide such as Ren or Licia, touring the Forbidden City by private vehicle and on foot. Your guide takes photos and video as you visit imperial halls, courtyards, the garden, and Jingshan Park. Hotel pickup is offered within Beijing’s fourth ring road.

“As far as tour guides go Ren was the best. His knowledge of history of the Forbidden City was fantastic and it didn’t stop there, he gave us a history lesson driving on the way there. His English was excellent, this tour far exceeded our expectations. We are tourists with limited traveling experience.”

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8.Professional Photoshoot at Prague Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 15 - 45 minutes

Meet your Czech or English-speaking Smiler photographer outside Prague Medieval Tavern, then pose around Prague Castle in a private 15 to 45 minute session. Adele and Karel have earned praise for their patience, timing, and local photo knowledge. Edited digital images arrive within 48 hours.

““A wonderful experience! The photographer was extremely attentive and kind to the children, taking time to make them feel relaxed and happy. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful.””

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