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Private Tour: Photography Walking Tour from Trafalgar Square to Covent Garden

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Private Tour: Photography Walking Tour from Trafalgar Square to Covent Garden

About this activity

Capture the exotic food stalls and vibrant shop fronts of London’s Chinatown, the traditional architecture of Trafalgar Square, and the artists and street entertainers of buzzing Covent Garden, on this unique 4-hour photography walking tour. Enjoy the personalised attention of your private professional photographer, who’ll give you the tips and tricks necessary to improve your photos and get the most out of your camera.

Discover how to get the perfect shot with a professional Fine Art photographer who has extensive teaching experience. Learn how to see with a fresh new perspective which makes your photography stand out from the crowd. This London photography tour is an outstanding learning experience as you get the best shots of London whilst developing and honing your photography skills.

Suitable for all types of digital cameras including smart phones. Your photographer knows the best viewpoints and a multitude of cameras to give the best photography learning experience possible.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English
Operated by
London Photo Tours and Workshops

Ages: Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional Fine Art Photographer who has extensive teaching experience
  • Included: Professional photographer who knows a multitude of cameras
  • Included: Private Tour Exclusive to You or Your Personal Group
  • Included: Review of photographs taken and how to develop skills

Not included

  • Not included: Refreshments
  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Trafalgar Square

    45 min

    Capture the historic essence of London. Photograph British heritage and tradition in Trafalgar Square which is home to the world famous Landseer Lions, National Gallery, mermaid sculptures, elegant fountains and many fine statues and monuments. Capture street entertainers and pavement artists who create colorful chalk drawings for you to photograph and admire. In this setting learn about aperture, depth of field and light. Capture the far reaching views from Trafalgar Square to Whitehall in this atmospheric and historic location. With expert guidance from your photographer infuse dramatic historical resonance into your photographs making them your best ever shots. Your personal Fine Art photographer shares her best tips and advice on framing and composition to ensure perfect photos.

  2. Leicester Square

    45 min

    Walking at a leisurely pace you make your way to Leicester Square and photograph the gardens, the fountains and a great statue of William Shakespeare whose presence dominates the gardens. Learn about the importance of light in photography and experiment with varying angles of view. Capture a portrait of the statue of Charlie Chaplin and learn about aperture values and depth of field. You take a short working break for refreshments (own expense) where we review work completed. Your expert photographer identifies how to develop and progress your photography skills.

  3. Chinatown

    one hour

    We make our way to London's Chinatown and marvel at the monumental stature of the entrance gate to Chinatown. This is a must-have photograph!

    Your expert photographer guides you to the best view points to photograph the colourful landscape of Chinatown. Marvel at colorful shop fronts full of exotic foods and delicacies. Be amazed by stalls crammed with colorful novelties and lanterns. You take your time to photograph the rich and authentic colors of Chinatown. Learn how to use color and depth of field in a creative way which makes your photographs stand out from the crowd.

    You explore all the small side streets in Chinatown and capture the cultural diversity of this part of London in a creative and unique way.

  4. Covent Garden

    one hour

    Explore the architecture of the world famous Royal Opera House, Covent Garden Apple Market, quirky side streets and street entertainers on the pedestrianized piazza, before making your way to the extraordinary and colourful Neal’s Yard.

    Consolidate your learning in this vibrant location. Learn about different shutter speeds and different focus modes to capture the fast moving action of the street entertainers. Explore different angles of view when photographing architecture to create interesting and modern compositions. Capture the historic architecture of the iconic Apple Market and explore the visual displays of artisan and designer stalls. This is a visual display of color and design, complete with cafes, bars, pubs and cozy colorful shops.

    Your personal photographer is on hand at all time to enable you to get the best photographs possible.

  5. Neal's Yard

    30 min

    Photograph the intimate and colourful courtyards in Neal's yard. Capture colorful walls and shop fronts in this unique London courtyard. Learn about composition and framing to ensure you capture the true feel of the location.

  6. London Photo Tours and Workshops

    Passing by

    Since 2005 London Photo Tours and Workshops has provided expert and experienced tuition to thousands of travellers from around the world.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

Please meet outside the main entrance of Charing Cross Rail Station, The Strand, London, WC2N 5HF. Meet near the black cab taxi rank.

Your photographer is Lou Smith and she will be holding a sign with the lead traveller's name, so you will see her easily.

On arriving at the meeting point please check in with Lou and let her know that you have arrived.

If you cannot locate Lou please ring, +447738 942099 . Our WhatsApp no. is the same.

You can check travel on the tube and other networks on Transport for London. You can also download a tube map. https://tfl.gov.uk

You can show your photographer an electronic copy or a printed version of your ticket.

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Please ensure camera batteries are fully charged before the photo tour

Please ensure you have large memory card or spare cards to handle the extra photos taken during a photo tour.

We look forward to meeting you soon and sharing a great day of photography.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Age: Minimum 16

  • Bring your own camera and fully charged battery

  • Bring additional memory cards to handle the extra photos you take during a tour

  • Suitable for all digital cameras including smart phones

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

  • Suitable for all skill levels

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