Booked more than 4,000 times, this hanbok portrait package is the most popular photoshoot experience in Seoul. It includes a 1-hour themed hanbok rental, a professional photoshoot in Gyeongbokgung, and up to 500 photos. Book with our Klook promo code TRAVLISTS to get a discount of 3-8%.
In a nutshell
- Where can I have a professional studio shoot in Seoul? One of the best photography studios in Korea is this place in Gangnam, frequented by locals and tourists alike. This is recommended if you want a new profile taken by a local photographer who will make you feel comfortable throughout the process.
- Hire a professional photographer in Seoul. If you are thinking about having an outdoor photoshoot in Seoul, our team at Travlists recommends this package from Photo Trips. You can choose to have your images taken in Gangnam, Dongdaemun, Ikseon-dong, or other hidden gems that only locals know about. Alternatively, you can also book this candid street photography experience with an English-speaking professional.
- Best hanbok photoshoots in Seoul. If you want to hire a private English-speaking photographer to capture your hanbok shots, you can book this 1-hour Korean Royal Experience shoot from Photo Trips or this package offered by Hanboknam.
- Looking for a self photo studio? If you feel more at ease taking photos of your own self, you will find tons of self photo studios in Seoul. These include this chain with branches in Hongdae and Gangnam or the quirky See-ik Studio that starts at only $13!
- Looking for a wedding or engagement photoshoot in Seoul with an English-speaking photographer? We recommend this package from a reputable studio in South Korea. You can also check out this popular option on KKDay.
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Capture Memories in Seoul with a Photoshoot
Whenever friends and family visit me in Seoul, I always take them to a self photo studio like this spot in Hongdae. It’s a fun way to capture time together, and the printouts we get make for a great souvenir. Self photo studios have been popular among locals and tourists; the concept is simple: you enter a photo booth, grab a remote, and snap images with your pre-selected props and accessories.
However, aside from this casual approach to photoshoots, there are also local and multi-lingual photographers that you can hire for an indoor or outdoor photoshoot in Korea. It does cost some money, but it is definitely worth it. Whether you will travel solo, with your significant other, or as a group, you will love the Korean-style photoshoot. Essentially, you would get photos that bring out the natural side of you. (Side story — one of my closest Korean friends booked a studio shoot before he turned 30 years old to memorialize his youthful self. He loved it and even gave copies to his parents.)
Best Seoul Travel Photoshoots with an English-Speaking Photographer
If you also want to capture the era you’re in or take professional photos of your trip, read below to find our team’s recommendations for self photo booths, photographers in Korea, wedding-themed packages, and professional photo studios in Seoul.
1. Hanbok-themed Photoshoot in Gyeongbokgung by Hanboknam
It’s not each day that you will put on traditional Korean clothing and visit a historical palace, so why not book a photoshoot to commemorate this experience? Our first option is all about that —you get to rent a premium hanbok, have basic hair and make-up, and your choice of indoor or outdoor shoot. (Outdoor shoots are on the expensive side. If you are on a budget, I’d recommend booking the indoor shoot so you can get a nice hanbok portrait.)
- PRICE: Book here starting at $20 — use Klook promo code TRAVLISTS to get up to 8% off!
- SERVICE MENU:
- Hanbok portrait experience in a studio (indoor)
- Hanbok portrait experience in Gyeongbok Palace (outdoor)
- Add-ons: Premium hanbok rental and hair and make-up
- WHAT WE LOVE: You get an ample time of 30 minutes to select the best hanbok for you (hanbok for plus sizes available).
- ADDRESS & HOURS: This photoshoot experience in Seoul is located in Hanboknam Gyeongbokgung Branch at 133-5, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul. They are open from 9am-7pm.
- BEST REVIEW: “If you want better photos on your trip to Korea, better book this… You can choose whether you want [a] traditional hanbok or…themed/printed. The option we chose has a free hairstyling already but if you want more complicated hairstyles or…accessories like [bags/shoes, then] you just have to pay more. If you booked a photographer, better… come 30 [minutes] earlier than your schedule so you have more time to choose. The photographer guided us… and took so many photos in under 30 [minutes]. She took us to the right spots as well. We had free time to roam around before we [returned the hanbok]. The photos were sent to us within the day as well. 10/10 experience…”
2. Hanbok Photoshoot in Gyeongbokgung, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Samcheong-dong by Photo Trips
Our team’s second recommendation features a pro multilingual photographer (who can converse in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Spanish), a 90-minute outdoor shoot, and 40 professionally edited photos taken in 3 locations: Gyeongbok Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and the charming area of Samcheong-dong. This photoshoot in Seoul is ideal if you want to take hanbok shots by someone who has years of experience and with repeat clients. I also recommend this experience as it gives a mini-tour of the traditional spots in Seoul.
- PRICE: Book here starting at $80 (inclusive of a 90-minute shoot, multilingual and professional photographer, and 40 high-quality images)
- OTHER OPTIONS:
- WHAT WE LOVE: To capture your trip in the most natural way, your photographer will capture candid moments along with a few posed shots. Final photos are enhanced, and raw images are available upon request.
- ADDRESS & HOURS: Meet your local photographer at Anguk Station, Exit 1 in Seoul. 90-minute timeslots available between 9am-4:30pm.
- BEST REVIEW: “We’ve taken pictures with Gilson over the years. Always top quality… He is [a] professional who knows what he is doing and I cannot stress how good he is!”
3. Candid Travel Photoshoot in Seoul for Large Groups
Our next option is well-suited for groups of up to 15 people. What I personally like about this photoshoot package is that it is very flexible in terms of location. You can choose to have your photos taken in Hongdae, Gangnam, one of the palaces, or a spot recommended by your local photographer. This is also one of the most affordable group photo experiences on Klook.
- PRICE: Book here starting at $170!
- SERVICE MENU:
- Photoshoot experience for 1-3 pax
- Photoshoot experience for up to 10 pax
- Photoshoot experience for up to 15 pax
- WHAT WE LOVE: Photographer who can speak English, Bahasa Indonesia, Russian, and Korean; fast delivery of photos
- ADDRESS & HOURS: Meeting point and time, as well as itinerary, can be discussed with the photographer after booking.
- BEST REVIEW: “This was a great start to my trip in Seoul… timing is more flexible than Klook indicates, [the photog] will coordinate with you based on weather… communication was smooth over Whatsapp.. I asked for a…nostalgic summer vibe and the photog suggested a place (mine was Seoul Forest!) which really let me experience exploring an area with a fun little twist… Thanks guys I’d do this again…”
Seoul Photo Studios for Personal & Professional Shoots
If our first three listings are all about capturing your adventure in Seoul, the next few are all about you. If you want to get a Korean-style profile picture that you can use on your social media or for display, visit any of the following:
4. Profile and Themed Selfie Studio in Myeongdong by REDNOW
REDNOW is one of my personal favorites. Aside from their convenient and strategic location in Myeongdong, their studio is perfect to capture vibrant snaps with a friendly photographer. Their themed selfie package offers a nature-inspired look, a bold monochromatic filter, or a seasonal theme. You can also choose to take a profile shot and passport photo here with a friendly photographer. Plus, digital images are processed and sent the same day, so you can show off your photo in no time.
- PRICE: Book here starting at $25!
- SERVICE MENU:
- K-Style Profile Photo with Photographer
- Themed Selfie
- Passport Photo with Photographer
- WHAT WE LOVE: Trendy themed selfie booths
- ADDRESS: REDNOW is located in 15 Toegye-ro 14-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, 04631.
- BEST REVIEW: “I had a really good time at [REDNOW] studios. The [staff mebers] are…very friendly and accommodating. The photoshoot was smooth and very comfortable specially for an amateur in photo shooting…”
5. Korean-Style Photo Shoot Experience by Sam Studio
Offering full and semi-make up services, Sam Studio in Jongno-gu (also accessible from Myeongdong) is a good place to get your profile shot, passport photo, and resume photo (with a Korean twist!).
- PRICE: Book here starting at $24!
- SERVICE MENU:
- Photo shoot with hair and make-up
- Profile photo with hair and make-up
- Profile photo (full or half-body)
- Passport or employment photo
- ADDRESS & HOURS: This photo studio in Seoul is located at 5/F Tongil Building, 77 Jongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul. They are open from 10am-7:30pm on weekends and from 10am-6pm on weekends.
- BEST REVIEW: “It was my first time to have my ID photo taken and I purchased a package with half make-up and hair set. The make-up artist was very skilled and the make-up was very refreshing. The photographer is also very professional. He took a lot of photos to choose from and [edited] them quickly… The most surprising thing is that this photo studio appeared in the Korean drama Goblin…”
6. Friendship Portrait Experience by Z-and Studio in Gangnam
Traveling to Korea with your sister or buddy? Get a friendship portrait taken by a multilingual photographer (available in English or Chinese)! Come in the studio with outfits that best show your bond, and pose comfortably for the camera. This themed photoshoot experience in Seoul, offered in a photography studio in Gangnam, is also great for families and couples who want their creative shots taken by a local.
- PRICE: Book here starting at $95 (vs. regular price of $102)
- ADDRESS & HOURS: This photo studio in Gangnam is located at 25 Dosan-daero 27-gil, Gangnam. They are open from 9:30am-7pm.
- BEST REVIEW: “Very professional shooting team, the service is very thoughtful, gave us a beautiful photo,” reads a review for this photoshoot experience in Seoul.
7. Korean Photoshoot in Hongdae for Families & Couples by Time on Me
Aside from watching busking performances, shopping, or cafe hopping, make the most out of your time in Hongdae by booking a Korean photoshoot experience at Time on Me. This studio is recommended for families or couples who are looking to get wedding shots.
- PRICE: Book here starting at $38!
- SERVICE MENU:
- Couple photo shoot
- Family photo shoot
- Profile shoot with hair and make-up
- Passport shoot with hair and make-up
- Wedding shoot with hair and make-up
- ADDRESS & HOURS: This photo studio in Hongdae is located atB1 Dongbo Building, 156-13, Donggyo-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul. They are open daily from 10am-6pm.
- BEST REVIEW: “Very professional, makeup photography and retouching are very professional and efficient,” reads a review for this studio photoshoot in Seoul on Klook.
Self Photo Studios in Seoul
Self photo studios are not your typical photo booths. While both have no photographers to take shots for you and your group, self photo studios are still located in a studio equipped with a high-end camera, lights, and props. This concept has been popularized by Koreans, so make sure to try it out during your trip.
8. Self Photo Studio in Bukchon by Cheese Smile Studio
Our next photoshoot experience in Seoul is a self-operated photo studio in Bukchon — perfect for those who are awkward in the presence of photographers. If you want to be more relaxed in front of the camera, visit Cheese Smile in Seoul and take photos DIY-style with friends, family, or your significant other.
- PRICE: Book here starting at $55
- ADDRESS: Cheese Smile is located at 27 Bukchon-ro 4-gil, Jongno-gu Seoul. They are open daily from 10am-7pm.
- BEST REVIEW: “Amazing photo shoot experience! Easy to find location, and was able to rent outfit and change there. Bunch of props as well to take photos with. They can speak a bit of English so it was easy to communicate. Would highly recommend and will be doing this again. Do note, to get the raw photo files you will have to pay extra there…”
9. Idol-Themed Self-Photo Studio in Seoul by See-Ik
Though See-ik Self Photo Studio takes the 9th place in this blog, they are definitely one of the best spots to have a concept photoshoot in Seoul. Equipped with seven mini-studios (five of which are unique AI booths), you can get the ultimate snapshot of your time in Korea here. Rates are very cheap, but our team at Travlists would recommend getting the Full Package so you can get access to all the quirky booths.
- PRICE: Book here starting at $14
- SERVICE MENU:
- Light Ticket (Access to 3 photobooths)
- Regular Ticket (Access to 5 photobooths)
- Full Package (Access to all 7 photobooths)
- WHAT WE LIKE: Free drink and free printed photo per booth
- ADDRESS: See-ik Studio is located in Seoul at 101 Nonhyeon-ro 175-gil, Gangnam-gu. They are open from Tuesday-Saturday from 11am-8pm (closed on Mondays and Sundays).
- BEST REVIEW: “We really had an amazing experience with See-ik Studio! It’s a foreigner-friendly place. The staff can speak English perfectly, and they were very accommodating, too! There were around 5 different photobooths… where you can take photos with your phone freely. I highly recommend this [place and] will definitely come back!”
Wedding and Engagement Themed Photo Sessions in Seoul
Getting ready to tie the knot? If you will visit Seoul, have a K-style prenuptial shoot — a pre-wedding experience you won’t forget!
10. Wedding Photoshoot in Seoul by S.A. Wedding
Popular among foreigners and Koreans, S.A. specializes in wedding-themed shoots complete with a personal hair and make-up service. Look your best in your pre-wedding shots, which you can choose to take in a studio or outdoors.
- PRICE: Book here starting at $1,150
- SERVICE MENU:
- Indoor wedding photshoot
- Outdoor shoot in casual clotes
- Outdoor shoot with wedding dress and suit
- BEST REVIEW: “This [was] an amazing experience… The whole process [was] smooth [with no issues]… we experienced..the whole process from dress selection, [make-up, and photoshoot]. For each step, the staff [provided] us a professional [guidance].”
More Photoshoot Experiences in Korea
You will find all the best travel and concept photoshoots in Seoul on Klook here. However, you can also find and compare alternative options on the following platforms:
- Private Nami Island Photo Shoot and Tour with a Photographer on Viator
- Profile Photo, ID Photoshoot, & Makeup Service in Hongdae on KKDay (400+ booked)
- Family Photoshoot in Seoul by Seoul Nine Studio on KKDay (NEW)
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