"Mr. Yong was amazing in every possible way! He was very friendly and very knowledgable. He recommended some great poses and great spots for photography. We didn’t feel rushed although he was very busy on the day of the photoshoot. I highly recommend him to have the best pictures and memories if you’re ever in Seoul."
Inside the Palace · 1 Hour · From US$113 (Oct 2026)
Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Photoshoot
Aurea Studio's photographer takes you through Gyeongbokgung in your hanbok for an hour of photos, then sends 12 fully edited pictures and hands you two Polaroids on the day.
- 4.9 / 5 343+ Reviews
- 12 Edited Photos + 2 Polaroids
- 1 Hour Inside the Palace
- Free Cancellation
The Experience
What the Hanbok Photoshoot Includes
An hour of photos inside the palace, all the unedited low-resolution files to choose from, 12 fully edited photos and two Polaroid prints.
Highlights
- Enjoy professional photography by an award-winning Korean photographer
- Communicate easily in English and Korean at a native level
- Combine a palace tour with a professional photography session
- Take home Polaroid photos of your hanbok experience the same day
What's Included
- Entire service includes:
- Accompany from Hanbok-rental store to Gyeongbokgung Palace Entrance
- Tour Experience of the Gyeongbokgung Palace and Locations
- One-hour hanbok photoshoot at Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Accompany back to Hanbok-rental store from Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Entry to palace is free when you rent Hanbok :)
- Entire activity would take at least 2hrs - renting the hanbok, walking to the palace, taking photos and coming back!)
- Photoshoot includes:
- Total at least 300 unedited, low resolution jpg files
- A total of 12 fully edited photos (including color editing, skin retouching, and Photoshop magic)
- A total of 2 Polaroid instant camera photos
Good to know: Please contact me right after booking for recommendations on Hanbok Store. · * Getyourguide E-mail · * Emergency WhatsApp contact (given after booking me) · (I always get so sad when people go to the wrong store, · They sell low quality hanbok. I literally had clients come out without wearing proper shoes, having to change clothes in the storage room because Rental store was too packed :( · Please, Please contact me about Hanbok Rental. I won't force you to buy anything, I promise XD · Not Included: Hanbok Rental Cost is not included!*, Tips for Hanbok Rental:, I *NEVER* force anyone - including ALL my clients - to buy anything from anyone. I simply introduce you the stores, and let you decide the hanbok you wish to try depending quality.. I don't receive anything from the stores., The reason I introduce you these stores is because they have higher quality hanbok than other stores for the same price, and their hanbok matches very well with my style of photography!, I worked with these stores for very long, so once they know you booked through me, they tend to me more generous with rental time and sometimes lend you additional accessories too :), so PLEASE contact me for recommendations and details for Hanbok Store!, whatsapp and e-mail will be provided once the booking is made, The store I recommend can vary depending on the time and location we decide to shoot!, Cash and Card payment available!, Rental costs 40,000krw~90,000krw depending on the quality and design.
How the Gyeongbokgung Photoshoot Works
Message the photographer after booking, rent your hanbok, meet at the station exit, and allow at least two hours for the whole thing.
Message After Booking
The photographer asks you to get in touch right after booking for hanbok shop recommendations, and shares the photos by email or WhatsApp afterwards.
Rent Your Hanbok
The rental is not included. Dressing takes time, so book the rental early enough to be ready; entry to the palace is then free.
Meet at Exit 4
The shoot starts at Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3) Exit 4, and the photographer walks with you to Gwanghwamun, the throne hall and other spots inside.
Choose Your 12
You pick your favourites from the unedited files, and those 12 come back fully edited. The two Polaroids you take home the same day.
Photo Gallery
Hanbok Photos at Gyeongbokgung
Photos from the listing: guests in hanbok in the palace corridors, doorways and courtyards.








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Three Ways to Get Photos at Gyeongbokgung
Aurea Studio against DDOTRIP and a phone-photo service. Prices as listed on GetYourGuide in October 2026.
| Feature | MOST REVIEWED Aurea Studio | HANBOK INCLUDED DDOTRIP | Palace Photo Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| From (October 2026) | US$113 per person | US$113 per person | US$53 per person |
| Hanbok rental | Not included | Included | Not included |
| Photos | 12 fully edited + 2 Polaroids | 200+ originals, retouched selection | About 50 retouched |
| Shoot | 1 hour in the palace | 1 hour in the palace | In the palace |
| Meet | Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 4 | Heungnyemun Gate, dressed | Details by message the day before |
| Rating | 4.9 (343 reviews) | 4.7 (20 reviews) | 5.0 (15 reviews) |
| Check Availability | See DDOTRIP | See the Photo Service |
Other Palace Photoshoots
More Ways to Get Photos at Gyeongbokgung
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JUST THE HANBOKSeoul: Hanbok Rental with Gyeongbokgung Palace Entry
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The Guide
Which Photographer, and Whether the Hanbok Is Included
The two leading photoshoots cost the same. One includes the rental, one does not.
The most reviewed hanbok photoshoot at Gyeongbokgung is Aurea Studio’s: an hour inside the palace with a photographer who poses you, 12 fully edited photos and two Polaroids to take home that day. It is sold as Professional Hanbok Photography at Gyeongbok Palace, from US$113 a person (checked October 2026), and rated 4.9 out of 5 from 343 reviews. The hanbok rental is not included.

What the hour gets you
The shoot starts at Exit 4 of Gyeongbokgung Station and works its way through the palace, with stops at Gwanghwamun, the throne hall and the spots the photographer knows. Afterwards you receive the unedited files in low resolution, choose your favourites, and 12 of them come back fully edited, colour and skin retouching included, plus two Polaroid prints on the day. The listing says the whole thing takes at least two hours once you count renting the hanbok and walking to the palace, and the photographer will walk you to and from the rental shop when there is no booking straight after.
Guests this October write about the photographer by name, Yong, about being posed when they did not know how, and about not feeling rushed on a busy day. One solo traveller recommends it to other women travelling alone.
Hanbok included or not
The choice between the two leading shoots comes down to the rental. DDOTRIP’s Hanbok Photoshoot at Gyeongbokgung Palace costs the same, US$113, and includes the hanbok rental, more than 200 original photos and a voucher that extends the rental from 1.5 to 3 hours; you meet at Heungnyemun Gate already dressed, and dressing takes 30 minutes to an hour. Aurea Studio has far more reviews and gives fewer, fully edited photos; DDOTRIP has 20 reviews and saves you the rental fee.
| Photoshoot | From (October 2026) | Hanbok | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurea Studio | US$113 | Not included | 12 fully edited, 2 Polaroids |
| DDOTRIP | US$113 | Included | 200+ originals, retouching |
| Gyeongbokgung Palace Photo Service | US$53 | Not included | About 50 retouched |
The Gyeongbokgung Palace Photo Service is the budget route: about 50 retouched photos shot on a phone, rated 5.0 from 15 reviews; the hanbok and the palace ticket are not included, though the ticket is free if you wear hanbok.
Pick the photoshoot that fits:
Aurea Studio
An hour in the palace, 12 fully edited photos and 2 Polaroids. Rental extra.
Check dates →DDOTRIP Photoshoot
Rental included, 200+ original photos, meet at Heungnyemun dressed.
See DDOTRIP →Prices and review counts as listed on GetYourGuide in October 2026, not a quote.
Renting the hanbok for the shoot
For Aurea Studio you rent the hanbok yourself, and the photographer sends shop recommendations after you book. The most booked rental by the palace is Daehan Hanbok, from US$8; book it for two hours or more so the shoot and the walk fit inside the rental. The hanbok rental page compares the shops.
Guest Reviews
What Photoshoot Guests Say
"How was it? Great! From the very beginning, communication with the photographer was smooth and straightforward. He recommended a hanbok rental shop, where they do your hair and makeup right away (optional). The whole experience took place in a very pleasant atmosphere and with humor. The photographer was enthusiastic, and you didn't feel uncomfortable around him. For someone having a photo shoot for the first time, this was very important. I recommend it!"
"I wanted to capture this special memory in South Korea, and Yong was absolutely amazing! He’s a truly professional photographer. Gives good instructions and captures every moment with genuine heart. He knows exactly where to find the most beautiful spots and how to make every shot special. I’m incredibly happy with the results! This is my own genuine, honest review, and I couldn’t recommend him more!"
"I had a great time with Yong! He was extremely kind and helped me a lot with posing. I’m really happy with the pictures- if you’re a solo female traveller in Korea I recommend"
"Such an amazing experience and definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Seoul! My brother and I had the best time doing this photoshoot at Gyeongbokgung Palace. Our photographer was absolutely fantastic! He guided us through every pose, made us feel incredibly comfortable, and was so encouraging throughout the entire session. Even though the palace was extremely crowded, he somehow always managed to find the perfect spots for our photos. His efficiency was honestly impressive! He knew exactly where to go, how to position us, and how to make the most of every location without ever making us feel rushed. The whole experience was fun, effortless, and genuinely memorable. You can really tell he knows what he’s doing and cares about making the experience special. I couldn’t recommend this enough! If you’re visiting Seoul, this is an absolute must-do! ❤️"
"I absolutely loved my photos! I never realized how beautiful I could look in pictures until I saw these. The photographer was professional, kind, and amazing to work with. I felt comfortable throughout the session, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. These are photos I’ll treasure forever. Highly recommend!"
"The session with Yong was absolutely splendid, firstly he recommended a very good hanbok rental place which was really dedicated in finding the perfect hanbok for the photoshoot upcoming. After that, I met him inside the Gyeongbokung palace to start all the way around the area with the photos and poses that Yong recommends according to your needs and preferences. The result was completely outstanding and as perfect and professional as it can get, the best photoshoot session you can have not only in Seoul but in the whole South Korea. Absolutely recommended, thanks to him I have so many pictures to remember my first visit ever to Seoul."
"The experience was amazing overall. Yong was fun, he directed me very well and send me the pictures the very first day. We walked around Gyeongbokgung palace and told me some very interesting information about it. The pictures turned out wonderful too. Great experience. :)"
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Aurea Studio's photographer spends an hour with you in Gyeongbokgung, then sends 12 fully edited photos and gives you two Polaroids on the day; the hanbok rental is extra. Rated 4.9 from 343 reviews, from US$113 a person as of October 2026, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Starting from US$113 per person (1-hour photoshoot; hanbok rental not included; checked October 2026).
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From US$113 a person for Aurea Studio or DDOTRIP, and US$53 for a phone-photo service, on GetYourGuide in October 2026. DDOTRIP includes the hanbok rental; Aurea Studio does not.
Not with Aurea Studio, which recommends shops after you book; yes with DDOTRIP. Renting from Daehan Hanbok starts from US$8.
Aurea Studio sends 12 fully edited photos plus two Polaroids; DDOTRIP more than 200 originals with retouching; the photo service about 50 retouched. With Aurea Studio you choose the 12 from the unedited files.
The shoot is an hour, but allow at least two hours with the rental and the walk to the palace. DDOTRIP says dressing alone takes 30 minutes to an hour.
Aurea Studio meets at Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3) Exit 4; DDOTRIP at Heungnyemun Gate, with you already in hanbok. Details come with the Aurea Studio booking.
No, if you wear hanbok: entry is free in a full hanbok outfit. Without hanbok, the photo service says the admission is not included.
Still have questions? Email us at info@gyeongbokgungtour.com