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Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace
Activity Duration (3 hours)
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Hosted in English
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Take a unique photoshoot experience in traditional Korean attire, the hanbok, at the iconic Gyeongbokgung Palace. This tour will not only provide you with stunning photos but also give you a deeper understanding of Korean history and culture.
What you'll do
Feel like a K-drama star!
Join our Hanbok Photoshoot & History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace – walk through royal halls just like in Korean dramas.
Capture stunning moments with over 100 edited photos by a 20-year pro photographer, even at secret no-crowd spots.
Led by a passionate local guide & trained historian who brings Korea’s past to life with exciting stories, hidden palace secrets, and drama-like storytelling.
You're not just wearing Hanbok – you become the main character of a Joseon story.
On Tuesdays, we tour Changdeokgung & Ikseondong Hanok Street instead (Gyeongbokgung is closed on Tuesday).
Perfect for couples, families & friends.
Hanbok rental fee not included (around 45,000 KRW).
Join our Hanbok Photoshoot & History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace – walk through royal halls just like in Korean dramas.
Capture stunning moments with over 100 edited photos by a 20-year pro photographer, even at secret no-crowd spots.
Led by a passionate local guide & trained historian who brings Korea’s past to life with exciting stories, hidden palace secrets, and drama-like storytelling.
You're not just wearing Hanbok – you become the main character of a Joseon story.
On Tuesdays, we tour Changdeokgung & Ikseondong Hanok Street instead (Gyeongbokgung is closed on Tuesday).
Perfect for couples, families & friends.
Hanbok rental fee not included (around 45,000 KRW).
What is included?
- Ticket
- +100 edited photos - Microsoft One drive Link (One month available)
- Professionalism as a photographer and a historian
- Hairstyling
- Ourfit(Hanbok) styling suggestion
- Royal handbag
- Phone filming assistance
What is not included?
- Hanbok rental fee
- Make-up
- Shoes
- Props (sword, royal umbrella, accessory)
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Itinerary
Seoul Cultural Neighborhood Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Hanbok Photoshoot and History Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul, South Korea. This cultural neighborhood tours experience includes 4 stops over 1 day. Duration: 3 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
133-2
1
133-2
Stop: 30 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
2
Gwanghwamun Gate
Stop: 30 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Travelers will see Gwanghwamun Gate. They will do
- [1] Photoshoot with Gwanghwamun Gate background
- A professional photographer will capture your beauituful Hanbok photograghs by instructing you various poses
- [2] Historical & Cultural Explanations
- Your guide will give you brief historical explanations about Joseon Dynasty and basic things that you need to know for Gyeongbokgung PalaceRead moreMore about Gwanghwamun Gate
3
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Stop: 50 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Travelers will go inside Gyeongbokgung Palace. They will do
- Photoshoots with pavilions, palaces, corridors, Hanoks, inside Gyeongbokgung Palace background
- Historical & Cultural Explanations
- Your guide will give you brief historical explanations about ideology of Joseon Dynasty, differences between modern Korea and Joseon Dynasty, Ancestral & royal lifestyles, customs and some cultural factors for some reasons of modern Korea.Read moreMore about Gyeongbokgung Palace
4
Gyeonghoeru
Stop: 30 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
- Travelers will move to Gyeonghoeru Pavilion. They will do
- Photoshoots with marvelous Nature background; which has a pond, mountains and beautiful trees
- Historical & Cultural Explanations
- Your guide will give you brief historical explanations about details for pavilion including the shape of rooftop, dragon, design with similar patterns, symbols, figurines and etc.Read moreMore about Gyeonghoeru
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