The 5 Best Photo Sessions in Beijing

1.Must-Try Chinese Ancient Costume Rental& Photoshoot

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

Meet an English-speaking guide at Jinyu Hutong Station, choose a traditional Chinese costume, and receive professional makeup and hairstyling. Add a photoshoot by the Forbidden City moat, with digital images and five retouched photos, or extend the day with a guided Forbidden City visit.

“This experience was absolutely extraordinary! The makeup was stunning, the hairstyle was exquisite, and the outfit felt like a dream — every detail made me feel like I had stepped into another era. The staff were professional and attentive, creating such a magical and unforgettable moment. Truly one of the most unique experiences I’ve ever had. ❤️✨”

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2.Beijing Traditional Hanfu Experience & Photoshoot for Groups

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

Meet your English-speaking guide at Jinyu Hutong Station, choose Hanfu clothing, and spend about 1.5 hours on hair and makeup before a private photoshoot near the Forbidden City moat. The team includes guides such as Sunny, Lizzie, and Kerol, with digital photos delivered after the session.

“Thank you Ms. Lizzie for helping me out about the Costume selection. She is really nice and also a camera man who teach me how to post many beautiful photos. Thank you :)”

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3.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 captures 30 raw images and 5 retouched photos at Wanshou Pavilion, while an English-speaking translator such as Bruce may assist throughout.

“Esperienza pazzesca. Se siete schizzinosi l’igiene non fa per voi in quanto i trucchi/pennelli vengono riutilizzate su più persone senza essere lavati. Sorvolando su questo vi verrano fatte foto incredibili che valgono tutto il resto. Abbiamo avuto un interprete gentilissima che ci ha seguiti tutto il tempo aiutandoci costantemente. Le foto ritoccate ci faranno sentire delle star e saranno un ricordo indimenticabile.”

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4.Exclusive Private Photography & Video Tour to The Forbidden City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $190

You’ll spend four to five hours exploring Beijing’s Forbidden City and Jingshan Park in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Ren, Licia, and Lisa explain palace life, help frame photos, and record videos. Admission, hotel pickup within the Fourth Ring Road, water, and guide-taken images are included.

“We have been in many places in the world, the Forbidden City blew us away. Ren has been the best tour guide ever. He took ample time to guide us though the large complex of temples, telling all the stories of the emperors, empresses and Read more”

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5.Private Jinshanling relax photo tour by sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $160

Leave Beijing at 1 pm for private transport to Jinshanling, a quieter Great Wall section about 150 kilometers from downtown. Your guide can help with photos and explain Chinese history and culture. Adele and Leo are named guides associated with the tour. Expect 4 to 7 hours, sunset views, snacks, and flexible walking.

“Excellent experience. Appreciated the fact that the area we were at was less crowded! Adele was wonderful and the trip trek up the wall was the best experience”

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