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The 15 Best NYC Photo Shoots Tours

28 tours  ·  from $69 a head

A New York trip always runs out of days before it runs out of ideas. These 15 nyc photo shoots tours earn the slot, priced and timed so you can choose quickly.

NYC Professional Photoshoot and Walking Tour with Private Guide - Times Square: bright signs and quick portraits
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NYC Professional Photoshoot and Walking Tour with Private Guide

1.NYC Professional Photoshoot and Walking Tour with Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 608 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Meet your private guide and photographer in Times Square for a two-hour New York walk tailored to your interests. You can choose sights such as Central Park, Midtown, brownstone streets, or the Brooklyn Bridge. Marc is named often as the guide, but confirm who will lead your tour. Expect 75 or more digital color photos within 48 hours.

“Marc was an excellent guide and photographer! He was exceptionally responsive to our needs and we received gorgeous images on the same day! This experience comes with our highest recommendation! Jackie & Stephen”

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New York Icon Photography Tour led by a Local Photographer - Is $125 a fair price?
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New York Icon Photography Tour led by a Local Photographer

2.New York Icon Photography Tour led by a Local Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Spend about two and a half hours photographing Midtown landmarks and Central Park with a local professional photographer. Guides such as Zim and Rob have led sessions, offering help with framing, camera technique and composition. Groups are capped at eight, and you can choose a morning or afternoon tour. Subway fare is included.

“Such a great way to see the city and learn a few things, too. The photos I took with Zim will be the best souvenirs I bring home from this trip.”

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New York: 1-hour Photoshoot in Iconic Locations - Pick a route that fits one hour
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New York: 1-hour Photoshoot in Iconic Locations

3.1-hour Photoshoot in Iconic Locations

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 1 day · from $150

Meet photographer Joseph for a one-hour New York City photoshoot, with a route shaped around your preferred backdrops, from Central Park and Soho to Times Square or Brooklyn Bridge. Expect pose guidance, photos and optional videos, a link to all unedited files, and 10 edited images of your choice.

“Joseph was very responsive and flexible which was paramount for us on our trip to NYC. He was kind, offered tons of suggestions on where to take pictures in Central Park, and brought a great energy to our photoshoot that made us feel confident which shined through in our pictures. He also gave us a great history lesson on NYC and provided great recommendations for things to do after our photoshoot. I would recommend booking services with Joseph.”

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Central Park Photography Tour with Local Photographer - Starting at Bethesda Terrace
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Central Park Photography Tour with Local Photographer

4.Central Park Photography Tour with Local Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $100

Spend about two and a half hours walking Central Park with a local professional photographer who helps you get more from your own camera. The route includes Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, Shakespeare Garden in spring and summer, and park views toward two major museums. Groups are capped at eight.

“My 15 year old son took the “tour” and learned so much. It’s definitely more of a workshop with lots of instruction on how to best use your camera features. The small group size (in his case only 2 people) meant everyone got individual time. His instructor was super experienced and got him thinking on how he could use this hobby to earn a living.”

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Photo sessions in New York with a French-speaking photographer - Picking between DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Times Square, and Central Park
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Photo sessions in New York with a French-speaking photographer

5.Photo sessions in New York with a French-speaking photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews

Meet French-speaking photographer Johnny for a private one- or two-hour photo session in New York. Choose a backdrop such as DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Times Square, or Central Park, and bring your own ideas for poses and staging. Expect roughly 90 to 120 edited, high-resolution photos after an hour, delivered by download link within five days.

“Amazing experience! Beautiful photos. It was a very windy day, however there were many great photos captured. Thank you”

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New York: Professional Photoshoot at Brooklyn Bridge - The bridge photo stop
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New York: Professional Photoshoot at Brooklyn Bridge

6.Professional Photoshoot at Brooklyn Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 46 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour

Meet your private photographer at the Brooklyn Bridge for a guided 30-minute to 1-hour shoot with views of Manhattan and the East River. Photographers named in past sessions include Demari and Hanna, though your photographer is not guaranteed. Your selected images arrive in a digital gallery within 48 hours.

“This is well worth it, one of the most memorable experiences of our honeymoon and we have so many of the photos framed! Our photographer was excellent!”

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3 Hour NYC Photography Workshop - Bryant Park: a change in pace and subject
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3 Hour NYC Photography Workshop

7.3 Hour NYC Photography Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Explore Times Square, Bryant Park, the New York Public Library, and the Chrysler Building with a professional photographer. In this small-group, three-hour workshop, you’ll practise camera functions, angles, and composition while photographing buildings, scenery, objects, and people. Photographer Zim is praised for clear, friendly instruction. The group is capped at eight.

“I enjoyed this tour a lot! The photographer was personable and professional. I learned many techniques. We visited many areas around the city, and I got the chance to take pictures of people, objects, scenery, and buildings using the techniques I learned. The experience was amazing!”

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New York City: Personal travel and vacation photographer - Choose your backdrop: Manhattan or Brooklyn
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New York City: Personal Travel and Vacation Photographer

8.Personal Travel and Vacation Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 35 reviews · 1 - 3 hours

Explore New York on a private, custom-planned photo walk with a local photographer. Your 1 to 3-hour shoot is shaped around your group, from a family outing to a romantic trip. Photographer Saniya has worked with families and babies, and the finished, edited images arrive in a private online gallery within five working days.

“It was a wonderful day to take a photoshoot with Saniya. She knew the perfect spots in the park and she was great at getting our baby to smile. The shoot was quick but didn’t feel rushed. The results of the photos are beautiful. I highly recommended her for a family photographer!”

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Brooklyn: Personal Travel and Vacation Photographer - Starting at Jane’s Carousel in DUMBO
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Brooklyn: Personal Travel and Vacation Photographer

9.Brooklyn: Personal Travel and Vacation Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 22 reviews · 1 - 3 hours

Meet a private New York photographer at Jane’s Carousel for a 1-to-3-hour photo walk around DUMBO and the Brooklyn Bridge. Expect candid, professionally edited pictures at spots such as Washington Street and Brooklyn Bridge Park, plus local tips. Photographers include Saniya, Ala, and Stacie. Your online gallery arrives within five working days.

“Our photographer Saniya was so wonderful 💜 patient, kind and creative. Thank you for a wonderful experience.”

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New York: Times Square Professional Photoshoot - Getting Comfortable in Front of the Camera
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New York: Times Square Professional Photoshoot

10.Times Square Professional Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · 1 - 2 hours

Meet your private photographer at 1501 Broadway for a one-to-two-hour Times Square shoot. Get help posing, visit photo spots around the famous square, and receive edited images in a secure gallery within 48 hours. The group rate is $324 for up to eight people; extra photos may cost more.

“Moselle was amazing she made me feel so welcome and relaxed to the Big Apple. I was nervous about taking photos in the middle of Time Square with so many people but Moselle really knew what she was doing and where the great spots were to capture amazing photos. Thank You Moselle 😃 100% amazing and worth every cent I highly recommend Moselle!!!”

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Romantic Photoshoot Experience for Couples in New York - What the session feels like
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Romantic Photoshoot Experience for Couples in New York

11.Romantic Photoshoot Experience for Couples in New York

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · 45 minutes - 2 hours

Meet a private photographer at a chosen New York starting point, then pose together at photo spots that may include Brooklyn. The photographer guides you through angles and poses, so you do not need to know how to work a camera. Sessions last 45 minutes to 2 hours; edited digital photos arrive within 48 hours. Past photographers have included Olga, Moselle, Marek, and Hanna.

“Il nostro fotografo è stato bravo e molto carino, il suo nome è Marek”

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New York: Photoshoot in NYC Central Park 5th Ave - Fifth Avenue portraits, with the city in the frame
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New York: Photoshoot in NYC Central Park 5th Ave

12.Photoshoot in NYC Central Park 5th Ave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 15 minutes - 1 hour

Meet photographer Marcio Honorato at The Plaza for a private NYC photoshoot, then pose around Fifth Avenue and Central Park with his help on locations and angles. Sessions run 15 minutes to an hour and include 50 to 80 edited digital photos, delivered within 48 hours. It is a practical pick for couples, families, or groups who want city portraits without arranging a separate photographer.

“Márcio é um profissional excelente! Fácil de se comunicar, paciente e atencioso. Mesmo num dia super frio o ensaio ficou lindo. Adorei as fotos e super recomendo o Márcio”

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New York City: Solo or Couples Photoshoot in Times Square! - Rockefeller Center: a strong place to start
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New York City: Solo or Couples Photoshoot in Times Square!

13.Solo or Couples Photoshoot in Times Square!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 45 min · from $249

Meet photographer Bee at Rockefeller Center for a private 45-minute Midtown Manhattan photoshoot, then walk toward Times Square for more portraits. Expect professional direction, a choice of English or French, and 20 to 50 high-resolution digital photos, usually delivered within 72 hours. You can also ask about a custom location such as Central Park, Dumbo, or the Brooklyn Bridge.

“Bee is a great photographer and a sweet person, I would highly recommend her ☺️”

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NYC: Surprise Proposal Photoshoot - Capture the Yes Forever - Choosing between Central Park and other NYC settings
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NYC: Surprise Proposal Photoshoot – Capture the Yes Forever

14.Surprise Proposal Photoshoot – Capture the Yes Forever

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 15 minutes - 1 hour

Photographer Marcio Honorato helps you plan a private New York proposal, from choosing a location and time to setting up discreetly for the big moment. After the yes, you get a short couple’s photo session and 20 to 50 edited digital images within 48 hours. The session lasts 15 minutes to an hour, depending on your booking.

“From start to finish Marcio was fantastic, catered for my location in Central Park and took some amazing pictures. Friendly and professional!”

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Brooklyn Bridge Dumbo Walking Tour with Photography Experience - Pebble Beach, with time to frame a portrait
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Brooklyn Bridge Dumbo Walking Tour with Photography Experience

15.Brooklyn Bridge Dumbo Walking Tour with Photography Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69Best value

Spend about 90 minutes walking from 55 Water Street through DUMBO and Brooklyn Bridge Park with guide and photographer Andres Martinez. Stop at Jane’s Carousel, Pebble Beach, and the famous Manhattan Bridge view, hear neighborhood and bridge stories, and pose for photos in a small group of no more than six.

“I booked this Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO photo session with Andres, and it was such a great experience. He knew all the best spots for photos and guided me through each shot so naturally. The pictures came out amazing, honestly some of the best I’ve ever had taken of me.”

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