I’m Pilar, a NYC photojournalist, licensed tour guide, and true New York lover. On this photo walk, we’ll explore iconic spots and hidden corners while you learn to capture real NYC moments—no tourist clichés. Every season brings a different mood: golden fall light, winter shadows, spring color, or summer street energy. I’ll help you work with light and composition in a fun, relaxed way. English & Spanish. All cameras are Welcome.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:51 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Picture The City lasts about 2 hours.
Prices start at $150 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 6:00 PM.
Children aged 5–12 pay from $150, adults from $150.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Please go to THE CLOCK in the center of Grand Central Terminal's MAIN HALL. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 4 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 24 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Picture The City.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
My morning with Pilar was the highlight of my few days of solo exploration in New York. After a short chat to see how comfortable with using my camera she took me to a part of the city that I had not visited before (Lower East Side) which was a bonus. I feel that the photos I took during and after my time with Pilar really do capture more interest. She has helped me to be much more intentional and thoughtful on the pictures I take.
Amazing day. We loved that Pilar took us to somewhere out of the way in New York that tourists don’t usually go. It felt like we were the only people in the city. It was so beautiful and we captured wonderful photos and made excellent memories. We highly recommend Pilar
I could not be happier with my experience with Picture the City. Pilar met me on time, discussed my goals for the experience, and we got going promptly. I brought a VERY old camera but she was patient and encouraging as she showed me how to use it. She took me to a spot I’d never been and I got some great shots for a beginner, if I do say so myself. She confessed at the end of our time that she was a little under the weather. I never would’ve know it. I definitely got my full two hours worth. 10/10 would recommend!
Thanks Pilar, for the interesting tour to Roosevelt Island and the subway to make really nice pictures . You helped me a lot with tips and trics 🙏🏽.
Fantastic experience today, we both really learnt a great deal. We chose to explore the Brooklyn Bridge and Dumbo area and had a fantastic time learning about how to use the cameras, adjust our angles and capture more meaningful moments. Pilar is a very patient coach, very willing to share her knowledge and experience and an absolutely delightful companion. Thoroughly recommend this tour.
Excellent tour. Pillar combines knowledge, artistic eye and great energy. I learned, had fun and took beautiful pictures of NY.
Very good experience with Pilar, super friendly and knows very well places to take photos. It was a great idea for my visit to NYC
It was absolutely amazing! Pillar was so sweet and knowledgeable and gave so much depth into what photography can be about! She’s a great company and can never leave a moment boring! Will try to do another one soon when I’m NYC! A must try ❤️❤️❤️
Pilar shared her knowledge and took us to places worth photographing. I really got to see the city from a photographer perspective. Thank you Pilar. I would recommended this tour to all photographers.
Pilar is an exceptional tour guide. Very knowledgeable about the city and photography. She is also very nice to spend time with. Pilar customized our tour according to what I requested. I would love to tour again with Pilar. Thank you!
Hi Leslie, I’m so happy you enjoyed the tour. It was a pleasure to share a glance of nyc with you. Your enthusiasm for learning new things is really something. I hope to see you again.
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