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The 15 Best Photography Tours in the USA

44 shoots and tours  ·  from $29 a head

Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 photography tours in the USA earn the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing.

From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup - Nuʻuanu Pali and Tantalus: mountain views near Honolulu
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From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup

1.From Waikiki: Best of Oahu Photo Tour with Pickup

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

This five-hour Oahu photo tour takes you from Waikiki to Nuʻuanu Pali, Tantalus, Waimānalo, Makapuʻu, Halona Blowhole, and Leonard’s malasada truck. A professional guide such as Andrew, Emily, Kurt, or Mac helps with camera and phone settings, takes photos for you, and shares island stories. Lunch is purchased separately.

“We loved every minute of it! Andrew was friendly, funny, very helpful, and he helped us take some amazing photos! Definitely worth it!!!”

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The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour - Meeting Daniel at Hollywood’s main stage
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The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

2.The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

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

Join Daniel Richards for a 4.5-hour Los Angeles sightseeing and photo tour capped at six people. Ride in an air-conditioned vehicle from Hollywood to Beverly Hills, stopping at the Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign, Melrose Avenue, Original Farmers Market, The Grove, and photo-ready streets. Bring money for food and use your phone or camera for memorable shots.

“Daniel is extremely knowledgeable. We learned so much, saw all the sights, and had great spots for photos. It was everything you would want to see in a 4 hour tour. It was an amazing introduction to L.A.”

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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour - Nuʻuanu Pali and the power of the wind
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Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour

3.Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour

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

Spend about 5.5 hours touring Oahu with a photographer guide and driver. Visit Puʻu ʻUalakaʻa, Nuʻuanu Pali, Waimanalo Beach, Makapuʻu Point, Halona Blowhole, and other scenic stops. Your guide can help with phone or camera compositions, and some guides also take personal photos. Waikiki pickup is available at selected hotels.

“Our guide Kurt was outstanding and gave us a wonderful tour with some very helpful tips about making great photos!”

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Beacon Hill Boston History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group) - Walking Beacon Hill’s brick sidewalks
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Beacon Hill Boston History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

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

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

Walk Beacon Hill with Saba Alhadi of PhotoWalks, stopping for Acorn Street, Louisburg Square, the State House, and scenic details many people miss. Expect a relaxed 90-minute tour blending neighborhood stories with simple composition tips for phones and cameras. It is a photo walk, not a technical photography workshop.

“Saba is a delightful host for the Beacon Hill neighborhood. She has been giving tours for 20 years or so, and knows the back stories of the area. She gave us some great tips on how to photograph the area and our pictures are gorgeous! If you are interested in learning things about Beacon Hill that are not in the guidebooks, and you want to come away with some beautiful photographs, this tour is for you.”

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Antelope Canyon X Hiking Tour (with Option Upgrade to Photo Tour) - From Highway 98 to the canyon mouth
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Antelope Canyon X Hiking Tour (with Option Upgrade to Photo Tour)

5.Antelope Canyon X Hiking Tour (with Option Upgrade to Photo Tour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 161 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Ride a 4WD vehicle from Page to Antelope Canyon X, then walk through two sculpted slot canyon sections with a Navajo guide. The standard tour lasts about 90 minutes. Upgrade to the 2.5-hour photography option if you want tripod time, extra pauses, and more help finding strong photo angles.

“Message to viator team: I was unable to contact you directly as the help center button does not work. Overall, we had a great experience, but the ticket specifically states max 10 people per group and this was exceeded on our tour. At this ticket price for 1.5 hours, I would expect such guarantees to be kept. Experience: the tour was well-organized and the canyon and guide were great. It’s a 15 min van ride to the canyon, a long staircase down and then a couple of hundred meters through the canyon. It’s all pretty flat, an easy walk. The guide took our picture and gave tips as well. Just…”

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New York Icon Photography Tour led by a Local Photographer - Top of the Rock and MoMA: strong subjects, limited time
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New York Icon Photography Tour led by a Local Photographer

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

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

Spend about 2.5 hours photographing Midtown and Central Park with a local professional such as Zim or Rob. You’ll work on framing, angles, reflections, and camera technique while visiting Rockefeller Center, Radio City, Gapstow Bridge, the Plaza, and other New York landmarks. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“A must! This is a great opportunity to see the city and learn a new skill. Zim is a great teacher. And i will definitely do it again!”

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Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains - Seven Magic Mountains: a bold first stop
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Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains

7.Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · from $149

Leave the Las Vegas Strip in a small SUV or van for a sunset outing near Red Rock. You’ll visit Seven Magic Mountains if you choose the combo, then take gentle hikes and photo stops at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park. Guides such as Jay, Lankun, and Alex are known for friendly storytelling and taking excellent pictures.

“Alex was a great guide he shared a ton of knowledge and rook some great pictures for us. This tour was the perfect amount of time to get a glimpse of the beauty of red rock canyon.”

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Exclusive Photography Tour to Haines - Skagway Departure - Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Area and the wider valley
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Exclusive Photography Tour to Haines – Skagway Departure

8.Exclusive Photography Tour to Haines – Skagway Departure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $356

Travel by fast catamaran from Skagway to Haines for a six-and-a-half-hour photography outing with guide Garrett or another professional photographer. Visit the Chilkoot River and Chilkoot Lake, look for bears, eagles, salmon, and moose, and get help with camera or smartphone settings. Lunch, ferry fare, and port pickup are included.

“My husband and I had a great time. And were able to get a better understanding on how to utilize our cameras to the best of there abilities. Our guide took us to some amazing places we wouldn't have been able to see, otherwise.”

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Oahu Island Photography Tour - Starting in Waikiki and heading toward open country
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Oahu Island Photography Tour

9.Oahu Island Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $150

Spend about eight hours touring Oahu from Waikiki in a small group with a professional photographer such as Jenny, Evan, or Marie. Learn camera and phone settings at coastal overlooks, beaches, sacred sites, and North Shore surf spots. Tripods and hotel transport are included; bring your own camera and lunch money.

“Our tour guide, Jenny, was so knowledgeable about Hawaiian history and consistently shared interesting facts/tips about the island. She was funny, bubbly, and sweet. I highly recommend Jenny as a guide to anyone interested in this tour! Plus, the ocean views are incredible!”

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Boston's Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group) - Starting at the Boston Public Library
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Boston’s Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

10.Boston’s Architecture, History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Walk from the Boston Public Library through Back Bay and Beacon Hill with Saba Alhadi, learning the stories behind Trinity Church, Copley Square, Hancock Tower, and Acorn Street. Saba also teaches practical phone and camera tips, helps you find strong angles, and can take photos of your group. The small group has a maximum of 15 people.

“We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and would do it again to see and hear everything twice. Saba’s knowledge and communication style are exemplary, and the variety of sites and sounds was magnificent. We would have been happy to spend the whole day with her!!”

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Central Park Photography Tour with Local Photographer - Shakespeare Garden in spring and summer
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Central Park Photography Tour with Local Photographer

11.Central Park Photography Tour with Local Photographer

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

Spend about 2.5 hours photographing Central Park with a local professional photographer. You’ll use your own camera, visit hand-picked spots such as Shakespeare Garden, Bethesda Fountain, and Bethesda Terrace, and get practical coaching in a group capped at eight people. Spring and summer departures include Shakespeare Garden.

“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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3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada - Sandy Beach and the first Pacific light
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3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada

12.3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70

Start early from Waikiki for a three-hour sunrise photo outing with Oahu Photo Tours. Your guide, often Kurt, helps you get better images with a phone or camera while you visit Sandy Beach, Makapu‘u Point, and Halona Blow Hole. Hotel pickup, shared photos, and one Leonard’s malasada are included.

“Awesome tour. Kurt was great and an expert in photography. He made sure all of us were comfortable and went above and beyond. The pictures he took of us were top notch. Thank you”

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Las Vegas: Sunset Hike and Photography Tour Near Red Rock - Seven Magic Mountains adds color to the desert
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Las Vegas: Sunset Hike and Photography Tour Near Red Rock

13.Sunset Hike and Photography Tour Near Red Rock

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 67 reviews · 4 hours - 330 minutes · from $149

Leave the Strip for a four to five-and-a-half-hour sunset outing near Red Rock Canyon. Your guide, possibly Jay, Lorenzo, or Lankun, picks you up at your hotel, adjusts the walking to your group, shares desert stories, and helps you find strong photo angles. The upgraded option adds Seven Magic Mountains.

“Our guide was wonderful. She customized the hiking to meet our needs. Plus she took great photos of us that really showcased the beauty of the red rocks. She went above and beyond. I would definitely recommend this tour to others.”

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Iconic New York City Photography Tour - Grand Central Station and Union Square Park
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Iconic New York City Photography Tour

14.Iconic New York City Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $192

Spend about four hours photographing New York with Leanne, a licensed private guide who can tailor the route to urban scenes, graffiti, street photography, or architecture. You will get camera help suited to your level, city context, transit advice, and the option to include photos documenting your outing.

“This tour is for people who are looking for a creative artistic experience rather than an lesson in the technical aspects of photography.”

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Beacon Hill + Back Bay History + Photo Walking Tour(SMALL Group) - Starting at 34 Beacon Street
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Beacon Hill + Back Bay History + Photo Walking Tour(SMALL Group)

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Walk Beacon Hill, Acorn Street, Louisburg Square, the Public Garden, and Back Bay with longtime local guide Saba Alhadi. Expect engaging Boston stories, creative smartphone photo tips, and help finding strong views of historic doors, gas lamps, townhouses, flowers, and the Swan Boats. The relaxed two-hour walk is not a technical photography class.

“It was so informative & a great way to learn of of the history of the area. Saba was an absolutely great guide & her advice on how to take pictures was perfect, I was able to get some really beautiful shots.”

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