The 11 Best Photo Tours in Boston

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

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

At Witch Pix in Salem, a stylist helps you choose one costume from more than 400 options, then a photographer directs your poses on the Olde Salem Village set. The 45-minute session includes styling, photography, and digital photo preparation for groups of up to five.

“This was SO much fun! I’ve never done a dress up photo shoot before but figured I couldn’t miss out on dressing up as a witch in Salem! There were so many outfit options and the staff made sure we loved what we were wearing! The photographer gave us ideas but also let us do our own thing if we wanted. It was a ton of fun with awesome pictures to remember the experience. I’m doing all the themed photo shoots on vacation from now on!”

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2.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, learning neighborhood history, architecture, and practical phone or camera tips. The 90-minute tour visits Acorn Street, Louisburg Square, the State House, Boston Common, and scenic side streets. Expect a relaxed pace, a maximum of 15 people, and no restroom stop.

“Very informative and enjoyable tour. Weather was perfect and Saba (?) was lovely. The Beacon Street neighborhood is beautiful. Loved the tour & her picture taking pointers.”

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3.Witch Costume Photo Shoot – Witch Cottage theatrical set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $95

At Witch Pix in Salem, an in-house stylist helps you choose from more than 400 costumes before a photographer directs a 45-minute shoot on the Witch Cottage set. You receive a full digital gallery, with space for up to four people. Hair, makeup, wigs, and footwear are not included.

“My husband and I had so much fun with this! The staff was friendly and walked us through the whole process! Lots of outfits to choose from and something for everyone!”

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

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

Join Saba Alhadi for a two-hour walk from the Boston Public Library through Back Bay and Beacon Hill. You’ll see Copley Square, Trinity Church, the Hancock Tower, and Acorn Street while learning Boston history, architecture, and practical phone photography tips. The group is capped at 15 people.

“Only 2 of us and unexpected privately tour the library and the surrounding beacon hill area. Saba is very knowledgeble on the history of the library and the perfect vantage point to take artful, memorable photos. We enjoyed the tour very much.”

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

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

Join longtime local guide Saba Alhadi for a two-hour small-group walk through Beacon Hill, Acorn Street, Louisburg Square, the Public Garden, and Back Bay. You’ll hear Boston stories, learn easy smartphone photo tips, and finish near First Church in Boston.

“Saba, our guide was incredibly kind and knowledgeable. We have beautiful family pictures with gorgeous backdrops.”

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6.Witch Costume Photo Studio Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour · from $52

At Witch Pix in Salem, choose one of four fantasy sets, select a costume from more than 400 options with help from a stylist, then pose for a guided 45-minute studio shoot. Pick Olde Salem Village, Pirate Point, Witch Cottage, or Magick Broom. Digital images arrive within minutes.

“so well set up, we were made to feel welcome and comfortable straight away! picking the outfits was a lovely experience and getting the photos taken was such fun! we're absolutely thrilled with how our photos came out. Would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Salem”

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7.Boston’s North End History + Photo Walking Tour (SMALL Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Join Saba Alhadi of PhotoWalks for a 90-minute walk through Boston’s North End. You’ll see Paul Revere’s House, Old North Church, North Square, All Saints Way, the Skinny House, and a historic cemetery while learning simple phone photography tips.

“Our guide, Saba was very in tuned to my request that we focus on photo opportunities, with historical references.”

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8.Magick Broom Costume Photography – Green Screen Technology

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $129

At Witch Pix in Salem, you dress in one witch costume, pose on a broom, and work with a photographer and green-screen editor for about 40 minutes. Choose three poses and five backdrops from celestial moons, bright Magick Avenue scenes, or stormy cemetery skies. Your finished gallery includes 15 digital portraits.

“A well-organized business where staff members works diligently to help their customers. I had an amazing time! Money well spent.”

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9.Private Walking Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 10 reviews · 1 hour

Meet your photographer at the Massachusetts State House for a one-hour private walk through Boston’s Commons and back streets. You’ll receive 20 to 30 edited digital photos, discuss poses and composition over coffee, and choose an image for a mailed postcard.

“The scenery going around the Commons and some of the back streets were gorgeous. Our photographer Alex was amazing as well!”

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10.Private Photoshoot in Boston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Join Lyla for a private one-hour Boston photoshoot, starting near Acorn Street or the Public Garden. Walk through Boston Common or choose Back Bay, Beacon Street, or another preferred spot while she guides your poses and delivers original and edited high-resolution images within a week.

“Lyla is an incredible photographer! She not only captured amazing photos for us but also provided helpful references, making it super easy to share our favorite shots. The session was a blast, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Highly recommend working with her!”

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11.Boston Massachusetts Private Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Meet your photographer at the Massachusetts State House for a private one-hour session through Beacon Hill, Boston Common, and downtown. Expect pose guidance, local stories, and 30 to 40 edited photos delivered within 3 to 10 business days. Anna and Dimitri are among the photographers who may lead your shoot.

“What an experience! I chose the photo shoot outing as I had bought a dress with no reason to wear it and thought this would be the perfect excuse! It happened to be about the second coldest day of the year, but Dimitri didn’t let that hold him back for the experience. He was very helpful providing visuals of poses he suggested and being patient with us to get there. Overall I’m extremely satisfied with the whole experience and would highly recommend it!”

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