Istanbul · ISTANBUL PHOTO SHOOTS
The 15 best istanbul photo shoots you can book today, with the price, the running time and who each one suits. The first one is first for a reason.
Meet photographer Recep at Sultanahmet Square for a private two-hour shoot covering Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Galata Bridge, Ortaköy, and the Bosphorus Bridge. He helps with poses, finds quieter angles, provides transport, and sends edited photos after the session.
“Recep was very good And Helpful. He understood the need And did a wonderful photo shoot . He was patient to wait when I requested to change outfit.”
Meet near Süleymaniye for a private 45-minute rooftop shoot with the Bosphorus, mosques, and bridge behind you. Choose a dress style and accessories, then follow photographers such as Ramazan or Redjep through guided poses, flying-dress movements, and reel videos. Bring 55 euros in cash for dress rental and rooftop entry.
“Had a great photoshoot with Redjep. He was very helpful and kind. He even helped me with posing for pictures and video. He went above and beyond. Would book with him again!”
Join photographer Elmir for a 1 to 2-hour Istanbul photo walk in English. Pose beside the historic Red Tram, Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, and New Mosque while learning local stories. You receive edited images by email or WhatsApp, often within the same day.
“I had such a great time with Elmir, he knew the perfect spots to go to that weren't crowded (my shoot was at 7:00 AM in September) and as a solo female traveler I felt super safe and comfortable with Him. I would highly recommend you book Elmir!”
Meet Raha Mofidi near Suleymaniye Mosque for a private, one-hour rooftop photoshoot with Bosphorus Bridge and mosque views. You can rent a flying or traditional dress, receive more than 400 same-day photos, choose 20 for retouching, and enjoy Turkish tea or coffee afterward.
“My daughter did a photoshoot on a rooftop in Istanbul. Our professional photographer Taha Mofidi took beautiful photos. He took the time and patience to capture unique shots that reflect my daughter's personality. We greatly recommend Raha Mofidi for your next photography session.”
Meet photographer Recep near the Blue Mosque for a private one-hour shoot around Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Seven Hills rooftop. You will pose with Istanbul’s grandest sights, Bosphorus views, and perhaps the local seagulls, then receive 25 edited, high-resolution photos.
“Bottom line: AVOID this company This just happened this morning. I was excited to wake up early, get dressed up in a suit, and take advantage of the beautiful empty streets of Istanbul. I also left them a message 30 minutes beforehand (through Viator). No responses to anything even as I write this. I got to the meeting point (Blue Mosque) at 7am (my scheduled reservation) and waited for 30 minutes giving this photographer the benefit of the doubt. I even contacted Viator who tried to call this company (Viator said their phone line was busy and couldn’t reach them). With my precious limited time here wasted I had no…”
Meet near the German Fountain in Sultanahmet for a private Istanbul photo session with a professional photographer such as Zuzu, Rose, Zul fi ya, or Elif. Choose a favorite setting, pose with guidance, and receive an online gallery of 60+ digital photos within two working days.
“We had such a great experience with Zuzu during our Instagram Istanbul Photo Shooting! She was incredibly kind, patient, and made us feel very comfortable throughout the session. Zuzu really went the extra mile to capture the best angles and make sure every photo looked amazing. Her creativity and attention to detail made the shoot so much fun and the pictures turned out beautiful. Highly recommended if you want to capture unforgettable memories in Istanbul!”
Spend one private hour with Istanbul photographer Raha Mofidi, choosing a backdrop such as Ortaköy, Sultanahmet, Galata, Balat, Süleymaniye, or Karaköy. You receive your photos the same day, including 30 retouched images, phone videography, and a social media reel.
“I often travel alone but I don’t trust strangers to take photos to my satisfaction so I hire a photographer whenever I can that will take me to all the iconic/interesting places of the respective place. It was no different for my trip to Istanbul. I could not be happier with the service and professionalism provided by Raha! He was so easy to work with and made me feel comfortable. He took sooooo many photos for me to choose from and provided them on my phone the very same day. I’m not sure if I can provide tips since he gave them all during the photoshoot. One tip I can…”
Spend 45 to 50 minutes with a professional Istanbul photographer at one chosen site, from the Blue Mosque to Balat. You receive 10 edited, high-resolution photos within 48 hours. A small team handles bookings, and a multi-location upgrade is available.
“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 your photographer in Sultan Ahmet Park for a private 15 to 45 minute shoot around Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Seth and Baki are among the photographers praised for friendly guidance, patient posing, and strong editing. Receive selected digital photos within 48 hours.
“I was so happy to book this experience for my family's trip in Istanbul. Baki is a fantastic and patient photographer. He guided us to the best photo zones and helped us with posing. I now have some wonderful and professional photos to remember my trip by. The price is also unbeatable. Great value and I would definitely recommend to anybody.”
Join photographer Batuhan for a private two-hour Istanbul photo shoot around Sultanahmet, the German Fountain, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Seven Hills, and Ortakoy. You will receive at least 1,000 original images within minutes, plus 40 edited and retouched photos. Bring extra clothes for different looks.
“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!”
Spend about 45 minutes at a Suleymaniye rooftop in Istanbul wearing a flying dress of your choice. You’ll pose above the Bosphorus, use a Turkish-lights corner, borrow crowns and jewelry, and receive all originals, 10 edited photos, and short mobile videos.
“Unfortunately the experience was quite disappointing. The day of my photoshoot rain was forecasted for the afternoon. I expected the session would be cancelled / rescheduled as it does say that this activity requires good weather, so I was a quite surprised when the photographer didn't cancel or reschedule and instead confirmed my booking for that afternoon. The directions to the location were good and the building was easy to find. Whilst I felt there was a lack of choice in flying dresses to choose from (and the color I wanted was unavailable) there were lots of accessories you borrow (earings, necklaces, crowns) which was nice. It started to rain…”
Meet Recep near Süleymaniye Mosque for a one-hour private photoshoot with Bosphorus views, Turkish carpets, lanterns, mosque gardens, tea, and coffee. You receive 500-plus original images, 25 edited photos, and short mobile videos. Flying or traditional dress costs extra.
“This has been an amazing and worth it experience. It was my first time in istanbul with a short layover time so i only just want to see the highlights of the city and also make good photos and memories(which is hard as a solo traveller). Recep has immediately kept in touch with me and has given me some tips of where is best to do the photoshoot and also where my best angle is. He has also taken me on a short tour around the highlights of the city and i got the best flying dress photos and incredible shots i could ever have! He is comfortable to shoot…”
Spend 1.5 hours with photographer Haris on a private Istanbul photo walk. Choose Sultanahmet, Galata and Karakoy, colorful Balat, or a rooftop flying-dress session. You get unlimited shots, posing help, local tips, and edited images delivered within 3 to 5 days.
“Haris was fantastic!! He guided us through beautiful spots in Istanbul and had great suggestions for poses. The photos turned out stunning and I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to capture unforgettable vacation moments in Istanbul. His passion for photography and knowledge of the city made the entire experience even more special.”
Meet your photographer near Galata Tower for a private 30 to 75 minute session. Walk through Karakoy to the umbrellas and Bosphorus views while receiving help with poses and angles. Photographers named for this experience include Nur, Ramazan, and Namin. Edited digital photos arrive within 48 hours.
“Un'esperienza da ripetere e un ottimo ricordo. Nur è stata dolcissima, gentile e professionale..ci ha consigliato alcune pose e ci ha portato in degli spot davvero carini. Un bel regalo e un risultato molto romantico e intimo. Puntualissima nella consegna, meno di 48 ore. Grazie davvero Nur!!”
Meet photographer Elmir at the German Fountain for a 45-minute Istanbul photo session. You’ll pose near the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Seven Hills Restaurant terrace, with practical guidance, scenic backdrops, and edited photos to remember your visit.
“I had a great experience with Elmir! He made sure I liked the pictures and was really helpful with the poses since I’m a bit camera shy. I think the locations he chose were fantastic, great view of the Historical places but away from the big crowds. I would definitely recommend!”
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