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The 7 Best Photoshoots & Photo Tours in China

7 photo tours and shoots  ·  from $20 a person

The 7 best photoshoots & photo tours in China you can book now, with what each costs, how long you are in front of the camera and how many photos come back. Number one earns its place; start there.

Beijing: Must-Try Chinese Ancient Costume Rental& Photoshoot - Choosing a hanfu or wedding costume
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Beijing: Must-Try Chinese Ancient Costume Rental& Photoshoot

1.Beijing: Must-Try Chinese Ancient Costume Rental& Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · 1.5 - 8 hours · from $135Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Jinyu Hutong Station, choose a traditional Chinese costume, and spend about 1.5 hours on makeup and styling. Add a professional photoshoot near the Forbidden City, or choose the longer option with a guided Forbidden City visit. Guides such as Ella, Sunny, Rebecca, Suya, and Nancy have helped make the process easy for international visitors.

“This was the highlight of my trip to Beijing. I was very good taken care of. I am very happy with the service provided. It was very friendly and professional. The photos looks amazing. I am so happy that I decided to do this.”

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4-Hour Private Flexible Photography Tour of Best Shanghai Scenes - The Old Town: lanes, shops, and everyday Shanghai
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4-Hour Private Flexible Photography Tour of Best Shanghai Scenes

2.4-Hour Private Flexible Photography Tour of Best Shanghai Scenes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $85Top rated

You’ll spend four to five hours with a private Shanghai guide such as Mason, Annie, Sunny, or Jun, shaping the route around your photo goals. Visit the Old Town, Former French Concession, and Bund by metro, ride-hailing car, or private vehicle. Downtown hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“I booked the tour with private car. Sunny was punctual and cheerful. She brought me to the Bund, the old Town, the French concession and then finally recommended a restaurant near my hotel at the end of the tour. Food at the restauraRead more”

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Photo Session on the Famous Shanghai Skyline - What the one-hour photo walk includes
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Photo Session on the Famous Shanghai Skyline

3.Photo Session on the Famous Shanghai Skyline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews

Meet native Shanghainese guide Fan Ming at North Bund for a private one-hour photo walk beside Shanghai’s famous night skyline. He takes photos and videos with a Huawei Mate 70 Pro, shares local history, and sends you the finished files. The $5 booking price is followed by an optional tip based on your satisfaction.

“I usually don’t write reviews but I really wanted to do it for this amazing photographer and guide. As I am traveling alone I wanted to keep memories with the skyline and found the best guy for that. He knows the best spots of the city and can answer any questions you have. I highly recommend.”

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Photography Workshop and Photowalk (FIND YOUR DIRECTION) - Composition and Framing Before the Streets
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Photography Workshop and Photowalk (FIND YOUR DIRECTION)

4.Photography Workshop and Photowalk (FIND YOUR DIRECTION)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $196

Spend three hours with Hong Kong photographer Thomas Bertson learning composition, framing, and photographic identity before practicing on a photowalk through local markets. The workshop suits beginners and experienced photographers, with a maximum of six people. Bring a camera with manual settings, light gear, and comfortable shoes.

“Thomas was great, very knowledgeable and a source of inspiration. I recommend this tour for seasonal photographers as well as newbies. On request, he will also take you to some used camera shops in HK that are off the beaten path for most tourists 📷”

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Beijing: Prince Kung's Palace Museum Ticket—Must-See Spot - Entering the mansion and reading its layout
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Beijing: Prince Kung’s Palace Museum Ticket—Must-See Spot

5.Beijing: Prince Kung’s Palace Museum Ticket—Must-See Spot

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8 reviews · 1 day · from $20Best value

Visit Beijing’s Prince Kung’s Palace Museum at your own pace with entry and an English PDF guide. See Qing Dynasty halls, courtyards, rockeries, water features, and refined gardens in a former princely residence linked to He Shen. You can also seek out the listed light show and cultural performance. Bring your passport or ID card.

“Great location, not so crowded like the Forbidden Palace. impressive architecture and an amazing garden. You can walk from the metro station Shichahai through a scenic route and see also the Drum Tower. Highly recommend!”

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Beijing Traditional Hanfu Experience & Photoshoot for Groups - Meeting Sunny, Kerol, or another English-speaking guide
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Beijing Traditional Hanfu Experience & Photoshoot for Groups

6.Beijing Traditional Hanfu Experience & Photoshoot for Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 3 - 4 hours

Meet an English-speaking guide at Jinyu Hutong Station, choose Hanfu clothing, and spend about 90 minutes on makeup and hairstyling before a private photoshoot near the Forbidden City moat. Guides such as Sunny and Kerol help with choices and posing, while a photographer provides direction. You receive raw and retouched digital images after the session.

“This was AMAZING! One of the best experiences in our lives! Our English-speaking guide Kerol is the biggest sweatheart! The entire experience was phenomenal, we had professional hair and make-up that turned us into real Chinese dolls, then we proceeded to the photoshoot location which was great and not crowded, we had a professional photographer who helped us with the posing ideas and the photos turned out phenomenal as well! All in all, we highly recommend this experience when in Beijing!!!”

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Beijing: Temple of Heaven Hanfu Photography with Ticket - Practical Tips for a Better Visit
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Beijing: Temple of Heaven Hanfu Photography with Ticket

7.Beijing: Temple of Heaven Hanfu Photography with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Meet at the Temple of Heaven’s North Gate or Wanqiao Subway Station, choose a Hanfu outfit, and receive traditional hair and makeup styling. A photographer takes your portraits at Wanshou Pavilion, while an English-speaking translator may help with posing and coordination. You receive 30 raw photos and 5 retouched images, then explore the Temple of Heaven before returning the costume and props.

“This activity was fun and a great overall experience. The photos turned out great! The coordination between the translator and the photographer provided by this tour ensure it is a seamless experience.”

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