Photo tours & shoots · STREET PHOTOGRAPHY TOURS
A local photographer, a district worth walking and enough teaching to stop you shooting from the hip. The 12 below note the walking distance, whether the class runs after dark and how big the group gets.
Meet your photography instructor at 7 pm near Shinjuku Station for a small-group walk through Kabukicho, Omoide Yokocho, and Shibuya. Charles, Lukasz, Luke, Stephane, or another EYExplore guide may help you set up a camera or phone for neon, long exposures, and street scenes. The tour ends near Shibuya Station.
“Charles was very friendly and profesional. Great Locations and wonderful photos. We would definitly book again.”
Start with coffee or tea at Cafe Linh77, then walk through central Ho Chi Minh City with photographer Fred Wissink or Kevin Lee. Expect practical tips on composition, light, exposure, phone photography, and approaching people, plus old apartment buildings, a hardware market, a Buddhist temple, and local alleyways. The two-and-a-half-hour walk ends where it began.
“Kevin provided an outstanding experience. We walked through several local neighborhoods in Saigon and took some amazing photos. Kevin had patience and would explain the local culture. He spent a lot of time with us as it was just my wife and I and Kevin. This was a highlight of our vacation. Highly Recommended.”
Join Clara for a private, two-hour street photography walk through Montmartre. You will work on composition, timing, and visual storytelling while exploring streets, rooftops, the cemetery, and famous landmarks. Bring any camera or smartphone, wear sturdy shoes, and request a night session if you prefer low-light photography.
“What a great tour. Beautiful slightly off the beaten path part of paris. Beautiful location. Guide was fabulous too, knew all the great spots, very kind and knowledgeable. She is a great photographer too. Loved the tour, you'll come away with some great shots and have spent such a nice time in a beautiful part of paris. I could have kept going all day!”
Join Zehra, Can, or Hakki for a private Istanbul photo walk through Karakoy, Sirkeci, Eminonu, Galata Bridge, and Taksim. You will practice street photography, find working craftsmen and fishermen, explore old hans and 15th-century buildings, and receive guidance suited to your camera skills, even if you use an iPhone or GoPro.
“Incredible experience! Thank you Zehra for showing us a different view of Istanbul also expanded my street photography skills and knowledge.”
Walk through Budapest with photographer Lukács Gábor on a private three-hour tour focused on iconic views, real city encounters, and golden-hour photography. He adapts advice to your camera and goals, from artistic compositions to classic Budapest pictures. You start and finish at Anna Café on Váci Street.
“This photographic tour will not take you to the monuments and tourist spots, but personal encounters in real locations. Very interesting, Lukas was engaging and a good tutor.”
Meet photographer Nguyen Mai Huy at St. Joseph Cathedral for a small-group photo walk through Hanoi. You will photograph a local market, pause at a coffee shop to review your images, then try new techniques on the streets. The 2.5-hour session suits phone users and experienced camera photographers alike.
“My guide Lily, had a wonderfully relaxed way about her. We shared our different photography experiences and techniques with each other an in doing so was able to take on some of her knowledge when it came to looking for scenRead more”
Join photographer Luigi Cantel for a private Budapest photo walk starting at Fővám tér. You’ll practice smartphone composition at Liberty Bridge, the Central Market Hall, Kálvin Square, the metro, and Bikás Park, with drone photos, local photo spots, and free Lightroom editing tips included.
“Luigi was an absolute delight to work with. I booked him for a castle photoshoot the previous , and he arrived with this calm, friendly energy that instantly made the whole experience feel easy. He clicked some truly amazing pictures at some great spots. He also shared little tricks and angles in this session for posing and using light, the kind of tips you end up carrying into every future photo. I had such a great time shooting with him, and the final results were beautiful. Highly recommended if you want photos that feel effortless and a photographer who makes the whole process enjoyable. ✨”
Join photographer Thanh Le for a two-hour Hanoi street photography walk starting at Hào Café. You’ll discuss local culture and camera technique, practice in a small market, work through Dong Xuan Market, then review your images over juice or bia hơi. The group is limited to five people.
“Great tour of the backstreets of Hanoi with a local. Thanh Le, the guide and photography mentor, snakes a route through old town that strings together some great spots for street photography while providing advice and guidance along the wRead more”
Spend 4 to 5 hours photographing everyday Dhaka with a private guide, from Kawran Bazar and Shahbagh Flower Market to Shakhari Bazar and Sadarghat. You’ll use local transport, a pulling rickshaw, horse cart, and wooden rowboat, with traditional lunch, hotel pickup, and stops at major cultural sites.
“Amazing view of Dhaka-rians regular life through the bazaars and communal transport options. Most amazing are Mahib’s knowledge and in depth description at each location and Bangladeshi life and culture. Absolutely memorable river boat ride. But not for the faint hearted along the roads in rickshaws, tuk tuk and horse carriage rides.”
Meet photographer Ugo in Piazza San Domenico for a three-hour Naples street photography workshop. You’ll shoot in areas such as Spaccanapoli and Sanità, learn respectful ways to photograph people, get help with light and composition, then edit your images into a mini series and shared digital photozine. Bring any camera or a smartphone.
“I had an amazing time on this street photography workshop in Naples. It was fun, engaging, and totally worth it for anyone visiting the city who wants to take better photos. From the start, Ugo made everything easy to understand with friendly tips on natural light, composition, and how to capture real moments in the streets. We walked through the heart of Naples, Spaccanapoli and the historic Sanità district, and every spot felt like a new adventure. I loved trying out different techniques and getting helpful feedback right away as we walked, which made my photos much better than I expected! The best part was creating a personal photography fanzine…”
Join local photographer Bobby for a private one-hour street photography walk through central Athens. Starting at Syntagma Square, you’ll photograph places such as Panepistimio and nearby streets while getting practical help with camera settings, composition, and finding good moments. Bring your own camera.
“Bobby is wonderful. He spent time with camera settings and then we walked around city. He gave lots of good insight about composition and location. I could easily do this several times and learn from him”
Start at 8:00 with hotel pickup in an air-conditioned cab, then photograph Mallick Ghat Flower Market, Sudder Street, College Street, Park Street, and Victoria Memorial. Your English-speaking local guide can adjust the route to your interests, while the car gives you a cool place for camera bags and transfers. Lunch is not included.
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