Go to the North West corner of 34th and Madison and look for a person holding a NYC Photo Safari sign.
Description
Join us for a 3 hour hands on photography workshop with a professional photographer with Manhattan as both backdrop and classroom. As you explore the city you will also learn how to get the most out of your camera and how best to compose for the perfect photograph. It doesn't matter whether you have a smartphone or DSLR camera, as long as it's digital; all levels of experience are welcome.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, and 4:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 18–85)
$125
Youth (ages 8–17)
$125
Out at sunset: the 4:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:00 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 95 of the next 120 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Midtown NYC Photo Safari
What's included
Included
One way subway fare
Professional photographer instructor
Not included
Private transportation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
31 reviews
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How it compares in New York City
Rated higher than 84% of 878 reviewed tours in New York City
Excurgo comparison of 2,446 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Midtown NYC Photo Safari take?
Midtown NYC Photo Safari lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Midtown NYC Photo Safari cost?
Prices start at $125 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Midtown NYC Photo Safari run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, and 4:30 PM.
Does Midtown NYC Photo Safari sell out?
It can: 95 of the next 120 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Midtown NYC Photo Safari for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Go to the North West corner of 34th and Madison and look for a person holding a NYC Photo Safari sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Midtown NYC Photo Safari offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(31)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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AlliRuth
September 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Perfect intro to NYC for our 10 year old son!
My husband and I booked a private photo safari for my son's 10th birthday. The three of us had a great time! Zim met us at our hotel, dove right into teaching us about composition, and was a fantastic guide the whole time! We really appreciated her clarity, succinct direction, and direct feedback. She had perfect spots to shoots NYC icons and helped us get just the right angles. Our son felt very proud of the shots he took and we all felt a lot more confident photographing the rest of our trip. Zim also had some great pizza recommendations for us after the tour. :) All-around wonderful experience! Highly recommend!
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W5452QSvictoriak
July 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Photo safari with Zim
I had a fantastic time on the photo safari! Zim was an incredibly knowledgeable guide and made the whole experience fun and engaging. I walked away with some great shots and really improved my photography skills. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking to explore the city with a camera in hand!
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vikhriak
May 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Learned So Much in a Short Time!
I had an amazing experience. In just three hours, I learned so much, and Zim even took the time to show me how to use my camera properly. I highly recommend it!
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Edelbert_J
January 1, 2026 · via Viator
Exciting photo safari
You get valuable tips for taking pictures, are given competent and friendly (and very patient) advice. We got great photos of NYC. Thank you Zim!
Operator response
Thank you for joining us for a photo safari, and thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you were able to capture your own photographic souvenirs of NYC with Zim. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to the city.
Diane
NYC Photo Safari
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emmalouisec148
September 22, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Such a fun way to see the city!
I had an amazing time on my photo safari. Zim was a great teacher and was so knowledgeable about photography composition. She helped me with the settings on my camera and showed me how to get the best out of it for the type of photography we were doing. Even though we didn't have the best weather it didn't diminish the experience I had. I took so many photos and got some great shots of the areas we covered.
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KimM912
August 29, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wow wow wow
WOW, our tour photographer was Zim, we learnt so much from her, from how to compose our photos for a more interesting and exciting shot to be more adventurous in looking at your subject. Her energy was awesome. If we had more time here would love to do another tour. Zim was the best.
Operator response
Dear KimM912 -
What a great review! Thank you. We're so glad to hear you had such a wonderful experience. We'll look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Diane
NYC Photo Safari
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robertacX7175FK
August 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Interesting
Zim engaged us with energy and expertise. Even though I couldn't understand much of what he explained to us why my English wasn't adequate enough, I took some interesting shots home.
Operator response
Gentile robertacX7175FK -
Grazie per la tua recensione positiva. La fotografia è un linguaggio universale! Sono felice che Zim sia riuscito ad aiutarti a scattare delle foto meravigliose. Non vediamo l'ora di rivederti presto.
Diane Burton
NYC Photo Safari
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Angelica_P
August 22, 2025 · via Viator
Photo Safari NYC!
I had a great experience with the photography workshop tour! We had a small group and the instructor was wonderful! Learned a lot of helpful photography tips!
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Jack_Teek
June 22, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended photo tour
I went on an amazing tour with David who taught me a lot about capturing NYC’s unique architecture and trained my eye for everyday street scenes.
Operator response
Dear Jack_T,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5 star review. We're so happy to hear that you had an amazing safari with David and took home some skills! We'll look forward to seeing you again in the near future.
Diane
NYC Photo Safari
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nicolesO6815KS
August 4, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend!
Amazing lesson!!! Zim was so knowledgeable and I learned so much in just 2 hours. She works with you where you are at, and works on the things you would like to improve at.
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