Seoul Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Photoshoot & Korean History Tour

Today I had the opportunity to live my Joseon era k-drama dreams! 🥹💕 I booked this fabulous Gyeongbokgung Palace tour guide and photographer tour with the @klooktravel app and I can’t stop smiling about it. The history, the vibes, the cool group setting, and the funny tour guides made this touristy activity anything but tacky. Most importantly, James and Jacob made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, making us laugh naturally, and I can’t wait to get my final pictures! (these are pics we got on our phones for now!)

Our visit to Gyeongbokgung Palace was truly one of the most memorable experiences of our trip to Korea. From the moment we met James, we knew we were in good hands. He greeted us warmly, and his passion for Korean history was infectious. James didn’t just give us a tour; he brought the palace to life with vivid stories, cultural insights, and an incredible depth of knowledge that gave us a new appreciation for Korea’s heritage. He was patient with our questions, great with our son, and always made sure we were comfortable and engaged. His storytelling made us feel like we had traveled back in time, and we walked away with so much more than just photos—we left with a deep emotional connection to the place. Speaking of photos, Jacob was nothing short of amazing. He captured our family beautifully in our hanbok, against the stunning backdrop of the palace. He guided us on how to pose and was warm, professional, and incredibly talented. Thank you James and Jacob!

We had an amazing tour in Gyeongbokgung Palace. James welcomed us warmly and made sure my husband and I are comfortable during the tour and photoshoot. Learning more of Korea's history made me feel more at home at my favorite country. All the photos exceeded our expectations! They're all so beautiful! This experience is one of our core memory in this trip. 🥰 Thank you, James! 100/10 will definitely recommend to our friends and family travelling to South Korea! 🙌🏻

I had an amazing hanbok experience at Gyeongbok Palace! From start to finish, everything was perfect. James and the photographer (Jacob) were both incredibly professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. James took the time to explain the fascinating history of the palace, and his insights really made the experience feel special. He’s so passionate about the culture, and it was clear he wanted us to fully appreciate the history behind the place. The photographer (Jacob) was fantastic as well, with a keen eye for the best shots. They captured so many beautiful moments that I'll cherish forever. The photos turned out stunning! I also really appreciated how attentive they were to the details. They made sure my hanbok fit perfectly and even helped with adjustments to ensure I looked my best in every shot. The whole day felt like a wonderful, personalized experience. If you're looking for a memorable, fun, and enriching experience in Seoul, I highly recommend booking with them. You won’t regret it—it's truly worth it!

had a wonderful hanbok experience with james and photographer. just remember to bring your winter coat with you as it gets really cold walking around. better to go during spring less the coat hassle. great experience to learn about the palace. 🙂

I had such an amazing experience on my solo travel to Korea. James is very knowledgeable about the history of the places we toured and I learned so much. When it came to the pictures I was a little self conscious and they made me feel at ease. Jacob is amazing with his photography skills. They both are amazing at what they do and it shows. I’m so glad I met them and took this tour. They even made sure that my uber picked me up from the right place to get back to my destination safely. As a solo traveler I appreciated that very much. I cannot wait to come back for another tour soon. Thank you James and Jacob.

James & Jacob were amazing tour guides!! They shared so much valuable knowledge about Korea's history & culture. At the same time, they were also funny & personable which kept us engaged throughout the tour. Thank you for a wonderful time & we'll definitely be back again soon!! 😊

the guide was very knowledgeable and nice. the phogrpher was very professional. I got to know a lot about Korean history and culture while experiencing beautiful hanbok! I liked the pictures I received a lot, and overall it was amazing experience! thank you very much!

Very fun experience, worth it! It was like hanging around with two buddies, except one of them is a great guide, and the other a passionate photographer 😁 lots of stories about Korean culture and history, and lots of great pictures taken, very much recommended!! 👍

The guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the palace. I enjoyed the photoshoot the pictures came out excellent.