Private London landmarks photoshoot: Big Ben, London Eye & more

Get natural photos at London's most recognizable spots without arranging the angles yourself

A private landmarks photoshoot in London pairs you with a photographer for 45 minutes covering Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, and Westminster Bridge's best vantage points. The photographer directs the session, chooses which shots to edit, and delivers color-graded pictures in 4 days. VIP customers also access Buckingham Palace and its gardens, though the photographer will coordinate timing to avoid the 11am Changing of the Guard. Service animals are welcome, and the photographer contacts you by WhatsApp to confirm details.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Houses of Parliament and Big Ben15m
2. London Eye15m
3. Changing of the Guard10m

Photoshoot at London landmarks

• Start at Westminster Bridge and telephone booths
• Take pictures with Big Ben background
• Photograph London Eye from different angles
• VIP: Photoshoot at palace and gardens
• Include Victoria Memorial and gates

The experience

The session starts at Westminster Bridge, where the photographer frames you against the telephone booths and Big Ben across the water, then moves to the hidden angles on the far side of the bridge where the Houses of Parliament fill the background. From there you move to the London Eye, shooting from different angles with the bridge in the frame, then finish at the locations the photographer has scouted. If you book the VIP package, the route extends to Buckingham Palace and its gardens, with the Victoria Memorial and gates as additional backdrops. The photographer will text you beforehand to set a time that avoids the 11am guard change.

The photographer handles the creative decisions: posing, timing, which moments to capture. You show up and follow direction. Afterward, the photographer selects the best frames from the session, edits them for color and removes background clutter, and sends the finished pictures to you within 4 days. The Basic package includes 15 edited pictures; the Premium package delivers 30; the VIP package includes 50. Raw files are available only if you purchase the full bundle. The photographer will contact you on WhatsApp before the shoot to confirm the time and any details.

What’s included

• Private photographer for the full 45-minute session.
• 15 to 50 edited pictures depending on which package you choose.
• color grading and background cleanup on all selected frames.
• WhatsApp coordination with the photographer before the shoot.

Options for this experience

3 options

Basic packageGuide in English · 12 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00Lasts 20 minutes, with 15 edited pictures

Premium packageGuide in English · 12 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00Lasts 30 minutes, with 25 edited pictures

VIP packageGuide in English · 12 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00Lasts 1 hour, with 50 edited pictures

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day12 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00

Book up to6h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Mehr Farahani

Is this one for you?Book this if you want professional photos at London's most photographed landmarks without managing the logistics or the creative direction yourself: the photographer scouts the spots, frames the shots, and handles the editing. The VIP option adds Buckingham Palace if you want a wider range of iconic backdrops.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does the actual photoshoot take in London?

The photoshoot runs for 45 minutes total, including walking time between the Westminster Bridge area, the London Eye, and Big Ben. The photographer will contact you by WhatsApp beforehand to confirm the exact start time.

What landmarks will I be photographed at during this session?

The photoshoot covers Westminster Bridge and its telephone booths, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament from multiple angles, and the London Eye with the bridge in the frame. If you book the VIP package, you'll also shoot at Buckingham Palace and its gardens, including the Victoria Memorial and gates.

When will I get my edited pictures back?

Edited pictures are delivered within 4 days of the shoot. The photographer edits for color grading and removes extra people from the background. Raw files are not provided unless you purchase the full bundle that includes them.

Can I request specific locations beyond the main landmarks?

Yes. The photographer can discuss other London locations you're interested in and may be able to work them into the route, so let them know your preferences when they contact you to confirm the shoot time.

What's the difference between the Basic, Premium and VIP packages?

The Basic package includes 15 edited pictures; the Premium package delivers 30 edited pictures; the VIP package includes 50 edited pictures and access to Buckingham Palace and its gardens as shooting locations. All packages include the private photographer and color-graded edits.