New York Icon Photography Tour

Overview

Join a fast-paced 2.5-hour photography tour to capture some of the most iconic locations in NYC, including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center and Central Park. Turn humdrum vacation photos into something you'll want to share with all your friends at home. This photography workshop is appropriate for all levels of experience.

City: New York City

Thu 26 Dec

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Starting at $125.00

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Thu 26 Dec

Starting at $125.00

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What's Included

Subway fares

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Professional photographer guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Empire State Building

Find the best angles for photographing the Empire State.

Rockefeller Center

Capture the top sites at the Rockefeller Center.

New York City Photo Safari

Stroll around New York's most iconic sights to learn how to best record the landmarks on camera.

Radio City Music Hall

Photograph one of the most historical buildings in NYC.

St. Patrick's Cathedral

View the neo-Gothic facade of one of New York's most prominent churches.

Manhattan Skyline

Learn the best way to snap brilliant images of Manhattan's world-famous skyline.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Stroll by this iconic department store on elegant 5th Avenue.

The LEGO Store

See this famous children's store.

Pulitzer Fountain

See this ornate fountain at the Grand Army Plaza.

Trump Tower

View this soaring, 56-floor glass tower.

Central Park Zoo

Stroll by the world-famous Central Park Zoo.

The Pond

Admire The Pond, one of Central Park's expanses of water.

Gapstow Bridge

Check out the Gapstow Bridge, a stone arched bridge that spans The Pond.

Top of the Rock

Gaze up at the observation deck situated at the top of the art-deco 30 Rockefeller Plaza skyscraper.

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

One of the best museums in NYC.

Bergdorf Goodman

Great shopping.

Tiffany & Co.

Historic location.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (113)

ConnecticutCycleMan

Jan 2019

Took the Iconic P2 tour, and based upon the website description we were expecting to be toured to the locations listed for iconic photos. While we were brought to the locations listed on the website the small group tour was mostly instruction how to use the camera and compose photos and less about taking pictures of the architecture that you might see in a photo album or in a magazine. It's an opportunity to learn more about using your camera and making it a learning experience. I would probably go back again with the understanding of how the tour is structured.

Response from Host

Jan 2019

Dear ConnecticutCycleMan, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Our website makes it very clear that that our safaris are meant to help participants learn how to take better photos of Manhattan. Our motto is "Turning picture takers into image makers." Unfortunately, when our Safaris are booked through third party websites (like Expedia), we are unable to control the written description of the tour. In the end though,it sound like you had a good time as you say that you would return. And, you also got to go to all the places that you had hoped to see. We'll look forward to seeing you again on safari in the near future! Diane NYC Photo Safari

kkaramchandani

Dec 2018

Zim was outstanding Loved this photo safari of New York, if I had more time I would do all the tours this group offers. Disclaimer, I cannot speak to the other photographers in the company I would go with Zim. She will teach you how to look at things differently to make creative eye catching images. Do not worry about settings on your camera, she will make you shoot in auto. We had a couple on our group who shot images with their phones. Bottom line. Highly recommended

marie p

Dec 2018

Frank was really helpful and approachable. We started off well taking shots of The Empire State building but then we went to The library and spent half of our time there. I didn't want to do tasks in the building, I wanted to take 'iconic' shots. We didn't make it to Central Park and as it was our last day I never did get the 'skyline shot'. I was really disappointed with the experience. I know people were cold but they should have worn appropriate clothing! We had already done a photo tour in Prague which did what it said on the tin. This one didn't.

Response from Host

Jan 2019

Dear Participant, Thank you for the feedback, I'm sorry to hear that the safari did not meet your expectations. Unfortunately the weather was exceptionally cold that day, dipping below freezing. By the time we had completed 4 of the 5 sites listed for this session several attendees expressed that they were very uncomfortable in the cold so I asked if it was OK to deviate from the plan and head indoors. The only response I got from the group was agreement, no one voiced an objection so we diverted to the NY Public Library. This is one of the most beautiful and iconic buildings in the city and is part of our other safaris, so I hoped that it would be an acceptable substitute for the skyline shot that we missed because of the cold. The feedback I received from the attendees at the time was positive so I had no idea that this was not acceptable for you. I wish you had said something at the time, I would have had made the effort to get you the skyline shot even if it meant taking you there solo after the regular tour had ended. Myself and all of my colleagues do try to keep the advertised itinerary, but sometimes there are disruptions (weather, city events, etc.) and we have to improvise as best we can. In the future, please let me or any of my colleagues know if there is something that you would like and we will try to accommodate you the best we can. Thank you, Frank