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The 15 Best Photoshoots & Photo Tours in the USA

64 photo tours and shoots  ·  from $22 a person

The best photographers fill their early slots weeks ahead. Below: the 15 to book first, what each includes and how they differ.

LA: Hollywood Sign Tour with Comedians, Dogs, & Epic Photos - Starting at Smokey the Bear
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LA: Hollywood Sign Tour with Comedians, Dogs, & Epic Photos

1.LA: Hollywood Sign Tour with Comedians, Dogs, & Epic Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,193 reviews · 2h 30m · from $22Our pick

Join Hollywood Hikes for a 150-minute walk to the front and back of the Hollywood Sign with guides such as Jon, JB, Joe, and Matt. Expect comedy, LA stories, panoramic views, water, friendly dogs, and carefully composed photos taken on your smartphone. Meet by the Smokey the Bear sign at 6301 Innsdale Trail.

“This is my second time booking this tour, and it was great just like the first time I booked in Nov 2024. Jon is hilarious and has such great energy. My absolute favorite part of the tour is the pictures and videos that we leave with! Jon is very entertaining and an even better photographer. We had a group of 8, and he was very patient and made sure to capture all of the moments that we wanted to capture. We plan on bringing more family to LA on our next trip, and we will be booking with Jon again!”

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Murals of Nashville Instagram Tour by Golf Cart - Marathon Village and Music Row
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Murals of Nashville Instagram Tour by Golf Cart

2.Murals of Nashville Instagram Tour by Golf Cart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 950 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $64Top rated

Ride through Nashville with a Joyride guide such as Tyler, Will, Eric, or Scotty, stopping at striking murals for photos. The 90-minute to two-hour golf cart tour covers the Gulch, Marathon Village, Music Row, downtown, and East Nashville. It is a fun city sampler, not a formal historical tour.

“This was one of the best things we did while in Nashville Our tour guide Joe was fun and informative, it was a great way to see the city We loved the Murals!”

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Lake Tahoe Small-Group Photography Scenic Half-Day Tour - The first views near Mt. Tallac
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Lake Tahoe Small-Group Photography Scenic Half-Day Tour

3.Lake Tahoe Small-Group Photography Scenic Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 649 reviews · from $195

Start early with a guide such as Jim or Katie and explore Lake Tahoe’s South and West Shores in a vehicle limited to six people. You’ll photograph Emerald Bay, Sugar Pine Point, Mt. Tallac views, forests, waterfalls, and possible wildlife while learning practical camera tips. Your guide also takes photos of your group and sends them afterward.

“Great information about South Lake Tahoe. Great guide/driver. Excellent service/views. Great panoramic photos!”

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NYC Professional Photoshoot and Walking Tour with Private Guide - Central Park: more room for natural portraits
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NYC Professional Photoshoot and Walking Tour with Private Guide

4.NYC Professional Photoshoot and Walking Tour with Private Guide

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

Join Marc of PhotoTrek Tours for a private two-hour NYC walking tour and professional photoshoot. Shape the route around Times Square, Central Park, Manhattan neighborhoods, or the Brooklyn Bridge. You receive at least 75 color photos within 48 hours, plus local advice and a practical subway tutorial.

“Great high-quality photos to capture our memories, and so enjoyable to hang out with Marc for 2 hours. Highly recommend!”

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New Orleans French Quarter Photo Shoot - Meeting at Pere Antoine Alley
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New Orleans French Quarter Photo Shoot

5.New Orleans French Quarter Photo Shoot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 462 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $65

Walk through the French Quarter with a photographer such as Talon, Jasmine, Elizabeth, or Tyson, stopping at Bourbon Street, Royal Street, Café du Monde, Preservation Hall, and more. You’ll get posing help, brief local stories, and 15 to 20 edited digital photos. Groups are kept small, though smaller bookings may be paired with others.

“Talon did such an amazing job capturing fun and friendship and getting iconic backdrops while also making it feel unique and magical. He was very professional and made the experience very calm and at ease. We would 100% do it again and highly recommend anyone else do the same.”

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Crystal River: Semi-Private Manatee Swim Tour With Heated Boat - The heated boat is more than a marketing detail
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Crystal River: Semi-Private Manatee Swim Tour With Heated Boat

6.Crystal River: Semi-Private Manatee Swim Tour With Heated Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 417 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $74

Meet at 403 NE 2nd St for a three-hour Crystal River manatee trip limited to six people. A captain and in-water guide provide wetsuits, snorkel gear, towels, and manatee-safety instruction. The enclosed boat is heated in cold weather, with coffee, hot chocolate, and water included. Photos are available for purchase afterward.

“It was amazing!! Amanda and Chris were wonderful, knowledgeable, helpful, and the best!!! Boat was fantastic with heaters, hot cocoa/coffee, and Manatee Mocha! Tonya at the front was so helpful and sweet! Overall, one of the best experiences we have had! Would absolutely do it again with them!! Their pictures were amazing! So many manatees, perfect spot right away. Would give 10 stars if I could. Thank you so much!!”

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Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session - How the 60-minute photo session works
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Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session

7.Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $99

Spend about an hour with a professional photographer at Po‘olenalena Beach in South Maui. You’ll get guided poses, candid shots, and more than 1,000 images taken, with 200 to 250 professionally retouched portraits posted online for selection and purchase. Photographers include Shizen, Sara, Felix, Ian, Nicole, and Brandon.

“Phenomenal experience with Brendan! He was kind, welcoming and immediately made us feel at ease. My son loved him and he was very intentional about where he had us pose and where he wanted us to just interact naturally. We will use him again for sure on future trips!”

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Top of the World Tour (Wildside 4x4 Tours) - Chasm Falls gives you a short walk
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Top of the World Tour (Wildside 4×4 Tours)

8.Top of the World Tour (Wildside 4×4 Tours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $124

You’ll ride a windowless 4x4 from Estes Park through Rocky Mountain National Park, up Old Fall River Road, and to the Alpine Visitor Center at 11,796 feet. Guides such as Josh, Sadie, Wayne, James, and CE mix park history with wildlife spotting. Expect waterfalls, high viewpoints, cold weather, and a small-group ride lasting about three and a half hours.

“It was a great tour of the Rocky Mountain area! CE did a Great Job telling us about the area and its history”

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From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup - Pickup from Waikiki and the small van
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From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup

9.Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 274 reviews · 5 hours · from $99

Spend five hours touring Oahu with a professional photographer guide such as Andrew, Emily, Kurt, or Mac. You’ll visit Pali and Tantalus lookouts, Waimanalo, Makapuʻu, Halona Blowhole, and Sandy Beach, with practical camera tips, a local lunch stop, and a malasada treat.

“If I could, I would rate this Tour a 10! It was Super Great! Kurt was very knowledgeable. Beyond the knowledge he made it fun! He knows how to interact with people of all ages. Not only can he show you how to take still pictures on your phone, he shows you how to take professional action videos also. We learned so much and about the Island too. And the Van was a comfortable ride too. I would definitely do the Oahu Photography Tour again and ask for Kurt!”

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Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos - Arriving at Puu Huluhulu Cinder Cone
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Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos

10.Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 261 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $299

Meet James, Dylan, or another member of the Epic Tours team at a remote Mauna Kea or Mauna Loa location. You’ll sit under a dark sky, hear a guided astronomy talk, view nebulae and galaxies through a Celestron Origin smart telescope, and receive medium-resolution portraits with the Milky Way behind you.

“We were exhausted after spending all day on the boat and we almost canceled this tour. I am SO happy we didn’t. This was the coolest thing we did our entire trip. Truly could not get this experience any where else. James and Dillan are truly amazing. 🌟”

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The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour - Hollywood Walk of Fame, Chinese Theatre, and Dolby Theatre
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The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

11.The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 233 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Join Daniel Richards for a 4.5-hour Los Angeles tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Visit Hollywood, the Hollywood Sign, Melrose Avenue, the Original Farmers Market, The Grove, and Beverly Hills while Daniel shares local stories and takes photos with your phone or camera.

“Daniel was amazing!! Had a great experience. Really recommend booking with Daniel for an amazing time! Daniel really took his time and did not feel rushed at all.”

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Witch Costume Photo Shoot - Olde Salem Village theatrical set - Arriving at 172 Essex Street
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Witch Costume Photo Shoot – Olde Salem Village theatrical set

12.Witch Costume Photo Shoot – Olde Salem Village theatrical set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $107

At Witch Pix in Salem, you get styled in one costume from a wardrobe of more than 400 choices, then pose on the Olde Salem Village theatrical set with a photographer. The 45-minute session includes outfit help, photos with props, and digital file preparation. It suits couples, families, friends, and solo visitors.

“We had a blast! It was like a adult dress up session and the photographer made it fun! We made memories to look at for years.”

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Scenic Photoshoot in Denver's Foothills - Planning your setting and style before arrival
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Scenic Photoshoot in Denver’s Foothills

13.Scenic Photoshoot in Denver’s Foothills

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Meet a professional photographer on a scenic foothills trail about 30 minutes from Denver. You’ll take a relaxed one-hour walk, stop for guided portraits, and enjoy mountain views without a long trip. Stephanie, Mandy, April, Quincy, Amber, and other photographers help couples, families, solo visitors, and proposal planners feel at ease. Images appear in an online gallery within three weeks.

“We were visiting Colorado for the first time and thought it would be such a memorable experience to document it with family photos with amazing landscape as our backdrop. Our photographer kept her vision and made us feel so comfortable!”

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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour - Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout and the Koʻolau Mountains
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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour

14.Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Spend about five and a half hours touring Oahu’s scenic side with a photographer guide and driver. From Waikiki pickup, you’ll visit Pali Lookout, Waimanalo Beach, Makapuʻu Point, Halona Blowhole, and other photo stops. Guides such as Kurt, Chris, Andrew, Mac, and Emily help with phone-camera tips, compositions, and guest photos.

“Here’s a cleaner, stronger version that still feels real and direct: Review (Rewritten): My wife and I were in Hawaii for our honeymoon, our first trip here and our first big tour—and it did not disappoint. Everything was spot-on. The views were incredible, the conversation was easy, and the food was great. Malcolm has an awesome energy and a sharp eye for photography. We ended up getting way more than just a tour; he took a ton of photos of us at every stop. It felt like a photoshoot and a tour wrapped into one. If you’re going to book any tour, make it this one.”

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Beacon Hill Boston History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group) - Brick sidewalks, gas lamps, and overlooked details
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Beacon Hill Boston History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

15.Beacon Hill Boston History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Join Saba Alhadi for a 90-minute walk through Beacon Hill’s brick lanes, gas lamps, historic homes, Acorn Street, Louisburg Square, the State House, and nearby public gardens. Expect local stories, architectural details, casual photo advice for phones or cameras, and a group capped at 15. This is a photo walk, not a technical photography workshop.

“This was a great tour. We really loved it. We loved the enthusiasm and joy in showing us all the treasures of Beacon Hill. We also loved all the great photo tips, and of course we loved all the history and inside info that was shared with us. It was a great experience.”

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