Photo Trips · ISTANBUL PHOTO TOURS & PHOTOSHOOTS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 istanbul photo tours & photoshoots worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Meet Recep at the German Fountain for a private Istanbul photo session through Sultanahmet, Galata Bridge, Ortaköy, and the Bosphorus. He guides your poses, finds quieter angles, handles transport, and sends professionally edited images after the shoot.
“Very nice and cooperative person.highly recommended.awesome service ;).he was on time and was well aware about photo clicking sites to capture beautiful Istanbul city”
Meet near Süleymaniye Mosque for a private 45-minute rooftop shoot with photographers such as Ramazan and Redjep. Choose a flowing dress, crown, and jewelry, then pose above the Bosphorus with mosques, the bridge, carpets, lamps, and seagulls. Bring 55 euros in cash for the dress rental and rooftop entrance.
“My photographer, Ramadan, and crew were very accommodating. He took a bunch of pictures for me to choose 10 out of, and then he made the photos even more beautiful!!! The price of the shoot and photos were very reasonable. I would do it again and would highly recommend them. Great job, everyone!!! Happy Customer, Queen Emma”
Spend 1 to 2 hours with Istanbul photographer Elmir, posing at Istiklal Caddesi, Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, and Yeni Camii. He directs your poses, shares local history, and sends edited photos by email or WhatsApp within the day. The small-group experience is offered in English.
“A lovely and efficient photoshoot experience in Istanbul! We had a great time with our photographer and everything went smoothly, from meetup to the end of the photoshoot.”
Meet Raha Mofidi’s team near Suleymaniye Mosque for a private, one-hour rooftop shoot with Bosphorus Bridge and mosque views. You can rent a flying or traditional dress, receive 400-plus same-day photos, choose 20 for retouching, and enjoy Turkish tea or coffee afterward.
“I had an incredible experience during my flying dress rooftop photoshoot in Istanbul! The entire team was so sweet, professional, and attentive. The photographer went above and beyond – even when I accidentally left my clothes behind, they promptly contacted me and arranged for them to be returned, which I truly appreciated. The photos came out absolutely stunning, delivered quickly, and exceeded my expectations. Everyone was so kind and made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. I highly recommend this photoshoot for anyone looking for a magical and memorable experience!”
Meet photographer Recep near the Blue Mosque for a one-hour private shoot around Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Seven Hills terrace. Expect posed and candid photos, Bosphorus views, seagull feeding, and 25 edited high-resolution images. The session suits couples, families, solo visitors, and Instagram photos.
“My daughter and I had an amazing experience!! We had a layover in Istanbul and we got an all in one experience - photoshoot, tour of the city, and an amazing rooftop lunch and photoshoot experience. The photos are top notch! I would highly recommend this photographer!!!”
Meet a professional photographer near the German Fountain or your chosen Istanbul spot for a private one-hour session. Photographers including Zuzu, Rose, Zul fi ya, and Elif guide poses, angles, and creative shots, then send 60+ edited digital photos within two working days.
“We had an incredible experience and a lot of fun with Zuzu our photographer. She was prompt, caring and spent extra time to make sure the photos were perfect . She is an extremely talented gem and we are amazed at how beautiful the photos came out . We received the photos within 24 hours and are beyond thrilled . If you can get her as your photographer do it, you will not regret it . Worth every penny to have these precious photos of this incredible city !!! She also helped secure a cab and got us back to our hotel which was a distance from the photo shoot…”
Spend 60 private minutes with photographer Raha Mofidi, posing around Istanbul landmarks and lively neighborhoods. Choose Ortaköy, Galata, Balat, Süleymaniye, Karaköy, or the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque area. You receive phone video, a social reel, and 30 retouched photos, with upgrades for extra locations or professional-camera images.
“Raha is a very experienced photographer. We love our photos! He was very responsive to our messages and kind by showing us the best locations for photos and recommendations as well for Istanbul 😊”
Join Sadig for a private, one-hour Istanbul photoshoot through Istiklal Street, Galata, Eminonu, and Sultanahmet. Expect candid travel photos, helpful posing advice, local insight, and 50 edited digital images sent by WhatsApp within 24 hours.
“First things first: the photos were great. Sadig knows his way to the best locations and takes great photos. He maintained good communication with me, even suggesting a slightly different time to avoid crowds. Sadig is companionable and a pleasant conversationalist, but still keeps the photo shoot moving along. Overall, I am very pleased that I booked this.”
Meet the team at a private Istanbul studio, enjoy a soft drink, choose one included dress, and pose in a rooftop setting or themed room. You get high-resolution digital photos, while terrace sessions also include a phone-recorded reel with Galata Tower, Süleymaniye Mosque, and the Golden Horn behind you.
“It was amazing! I truly loved the breathtaking view of everything I’ve seen from the Sulemaniye mosque to everything else that Istanbul itself has to offer and I’m glad I captured those photogenic moments 😊”
You’ll meet a professional photographer from the Istanbul Photographer team for a private 45 to 50-minute session at one Istanbul location. Choose the Blue Mosque, Balat, Galata Tower, Ortakoy, or another listed backdrop, then receive 10 edited high-resolution photos within 48 hours.
“Our Photographer was just the best. He picked some great locations and made us feel very comfortable and at ease. The pictures turned out great, and I’m excited to share them with friends. When on vacation sometimes it’s really hard to get a good picture. You either have to do a selfie or ask strangers and the pictures are never the best. So hiring the photographer is the perfect way to capture. Great memories.”
Meet a private photographer at Sultan Ahmet Park for a short photo session around Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Seth and Baki have been praised for friendly guidance, patient posing help, and polished edits. Receive selected digital photos within 48 hours.
“Had a lovely day in istanbul with my photographer Baki. Highly reccomedned. A great way to capture your travels and he did a great job with editing too.”
Meet photographer Seth at Sultan Ahmet Park for a private one-hour photo walk around Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. He guides your poses, angles, and lighting, then sends professionally edited images within 48 hours. The $90.11 price covers your whole group, up to eight people.
“I have read great reviews but ours was not like this. What I was looking for was professional advice and quality. Instead, we felt rushed and there was not even one shot that I was completely satisfied with.”
Spend about 3.5 hours photographing Istanbul with a private guide such as Zehra, Can, or Hakki. You’ll work on framing and street technique while visiting fishermen, old hans, workshops, Sirkeci, Eminonu, Galata Bridge, and Taksim Square. Bring a camera, phone, or GoPro.
“Zehra is an excellent photographer who took us away from the tourist spots for fascinating photos. Really enjoyed our time with her.”
Meet near Galata Tower, choose one long satin dress and two rooftop settings, then pose with a private photographer above Istanbul. Pick from carpeted city views, Bosphorus and Galata Tower swing scenes, a Galata Tower backdrop, or a lamp-filled magic room. You receive original photos immediately, plus edited images and two reels.
“I really recommend the service. He is very friendly and professional photgrapher. Got best shots....”
Join Batuhan for a private two-hour photo shoot through Sultanahmet and Ortakoy. You’ll visit the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, German Fountain, Sultanahmet Square, and a Bosphorus viewpoint, receiving 1,000 original photos and 40 edited images.
“Batuhan is a professional - my photos look awesome even if unedited. He arrived at the meeting place early so we started before the set time. He spoke english well and it was easy to communicate with him. He was very nice and made me feel comfortable throughout the shoot. At the end, he offered to transfer the raw photos on the spot, but I didn't have enough storage space so I waited for him to send the files online - I received them the next day. Great experience! I highly recommend that you book him when you go to Istanbul!”
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