The 9 Best Christmas Photoshoots

1.Christmas Photoshoot with a Pro Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 241 reviews · 1 hour · from $140Our pick

Spend one hour walking through central Vienna with an English-speaking photographer. Pose at the Albertina, Burggarten, Hofburg, Rathaus, Ankeruhr, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral while your guide captures polished portraits and candid moments.

“The day trip to Salzburg and Hallstatt was great to see these 2 amazing and beautiful places. Instead of seeing Traunsee, we get to visit Melk. That was the only disappointment because we did not get to ride on the boat. We had a great driver cum photographer Omer who was very friendly and knowledgeable of the places we visited. If only there is more day light, it will make the trip perfect as we reached Hallstatt just before sunset.”

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2.Private Pro Photoshoot in Santa Claus Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 1.5 hours

Meet an English-speaking photographer in your Rovaniemi hotel lobby, ride privately to Santa Claus Village, and spend about an hour creating Christmas photos. You receive 20 to 30 edited digital images within a few days, then return with the photographer or stay in the village and catch a bus back.

“I really can’t recommend this service enough. It was completely seamless - I switched the location last minute from Santa Claus village to wilderness/nature photoshoot and everyone was so accommodating it was no issue at all. We were collected from our hotel right on time and taken to a stunning location around 15/20 mins away, Emilia was brilliant and so patient with our two boys (who were starting to feel the -23 degrees by the end of the photoshoot)! We received the pictures today and they are just lovely and capture all the fun the kids were having! Amazing memories for us to cherish in a beautiful location that we…”

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3.Experience the magic of Christmas on a walk with a pro photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1h 30m · from $70Best value

Join photographer Marc Bonnefoy for a 90-minute Christmas walk through Paris. You’ll photograph sunset at Pont de l’Alma, the golden triangle, Champs-Élysées, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, and Place Maurice Barrès, with five high-definition photos delivered within 48 hours.

“Super moment passé avec notre photographe Nous avons découvert Paris et ses illuminations Hâte de recevoir les photos À faire..”

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4.Christmas/Easter Markets Tour with Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2h 30m · from $121

Join Czech guide and photographer Leah for a 150-minute private walk through Prague’s Old Town Square and Christmas markets. Learn Czech holiday customs, taste mulled wine and gingerbread, and receive 10 edited photos from the session.

“We got gifted a Christmas market photoshoot in Prague during our honeymoon, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip! From the very beginning, communication with Leah was super smooth and effortless. When we met her, she was instantly warm, friendly, and easy to connect with. She took us to some stunning spots and hidden gems around Prague, while also sharing fascinating insights about the city’s history, culture, and architecture. It felt like a perfect blend of a photoshoot and a guided walking tour! The shoot itself was so much fun. Leah was incredibly patient, guided us well, and was very accommodating with our pose…”

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5.Private Winter Wonderland Photoshoot Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $242

Spend about three hours with a private photographer-guide in Rovaniemi’s winter scenery. Isaac has taken couples and families to scenic viewpoints, sometimes adding drone footage. Pickup is offered, and the 9:00 am start gives you a clear morning plan.

“Isaac was so great to work with. He took us to such a beautiful location and we hiked through to a lookout over a gorgeous view. Photos were great and such a lovely memory of an incredible holiday.”

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6.Private Christmas Photoshoot with Props

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 30 min

Meet your private photographer at Trocadéro Square for a 30-minute Christmas photoshoot by the Eiffel Tower. Use festive props, learn simple posing tips, and add the Santa package for café photos with a hot drink. Receive downloadable images within 48 hours.

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7.Christmas Lights Private Photo Tour in Florence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $102

Meet Eva at Piazza della Repubblica for a two-hour private Christmas photo walk through Florence. Bring any camera or your phone, learn practical techniques, and photograph the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and lesser-known spots.

“This is one of the best tour experiences!!! Eva was fabulous!! I learned how to use the camera on my phone!!! When I shared my design background with Eva she adjusted her usual teachings to include how to take great architectural pictures too!!!”

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8.Anchorage: Winter Wonderland Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2 reviews · 4 hours · from $200

You’ll ride in a small van from your Anchorage hotel to about four scenic stops around Chugach State Park, Turnagain Arm, and Cook Inlet. Your professional Alaska Photo Treks guide helps with phone or camera settings, composition, and tripods, while snacks, hot drinks, water, and handwarmers keep you comfortable.

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9.London Christmas Lights Private Night Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $362

Join professional Fine Art photographer Lou for a three-hour private walk through London's Christmas lights. Learn night photography at Trafalgar Square, Regent Street, Soho, Carnaby Street, and Oxford Street, using your own camera and receiving practical help with settings, framing, and light trails.

“Despite the damp conditions, I had a brilliant evening of tuition, guidance, advice and support making a real difference to the images I captured (and will capture in the future). Many thanks Lou, thoroughly recommend this.”

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