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NYC Private Photoshoot and Walking Tour 2 hr
Very goodTop 7% in New York City
674 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- New York City
- 2 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore NYC with a private guide and photographer, then receive 75+ professional photos in a gallery and zip file within 48 hours.
About this tour
See New York through a local’s eyes and leave with professional photos of your time in the city. This private NYC photoshoot and walking tour is tailored to your preferred locations, pairing memorable backdrops with the insight of a licensed guide and photographer.
As you explore, your guide shares local knowledge, dining and shopping suggestions, and tips for finding hidden gems. You’ll also get a practical subway tutorial to help you navigate the city and make the most of your stay. The route may involve walking between neighborhoods, with subway or cab travel used when needed; your private group can move at a comfortable pace. Subway fares and cab costs are paid separately.
After the tour, receive more than 75 professionally shot images in a photo gallery and zip file within 48 hours. Meet at the New Victory Theater box office on West 42nd Street; hotel pickup is not included. Book this NYC private photoshoot and walking tour for a personal introduction to the city and photos to remember it by.
Highlights
- Capture professional photos at your preferred NYC locations
- Explore the city on a private walking tour with a licensed guide
- Get local tips on dining, shopping, and hidden gems
- Learn subway basics and get around NYC with confidence
- Receive 75+ photos in a gallery and zip file within 48 hours
What's included
Included
- Customized private NYC walking tour with a licensed guide and professional photographer
- 75+ tour photos delivered via zip file and photo gallery within 48 hours
- Subway tips and tutorial
- Local insights and knowledge from a native guide
- Personal orientation to New York City
Not included
- Subway MetroCard
- Hotel pickup
- Cab fares, if arranged
Ratings on each provider
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Viator
4.92 / 5 · 610 reviews
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View on GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide
4.78 / 5 · 64 reviews
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Important information
- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- Service animals are allowed
- Public transportation is available nearby
- A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
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- Expect a good deal of walking; the private tour can move at your group's pace
- Travel between locations may be needed; subway rides cost $2.90 per person per ride
- Cabs can be arranged for up to 4 people and typically cost about $10–$15 from most points in Manhattan
- Meet at the New Victory Theater box office, 209 West 42nd Street, between 7th and 8th Avenues
- Photos are delivered via zip file and photo gallery within 48 hours
Frequently asked questions
When will I receive my photos?
Your 75+ photos will be delivered through a photo gallery and zip file within 48 hours after the tour.
Where is the meeting point?
Meet at the New Victory Theater box office at 209 West 42nd Street, between 7th and 8th Avenues.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. Hotel pickup is not included; the meeting location is provided on your voucher.
How much walking is involved?
The tour involves a good deal of walking, but your private group can set a comfortable pace.
Are subway or cab costs included?
No. Subway fares and any cab costs are at your group's expense.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 4.92 on Viator and 4.78 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.7. Top 7% in New York City means it ranks in the top 7% of tours in New York City by this score.
Provider rating distribution in New York City
How many tours in New York City have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.
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- Viator
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