A photographer walks you through the old quarter's arcades and lanes, helping with angles and light while you shoot. Sessions finish facing the Cathedral's baroque west front on Praza do Obradoiro. The listing shows available time slots and what the price covers.
Overview
Augusto Photografic runs a 1h 30m photo session that starts at Praza do Obradoiro, right in front of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. There is no transport and no pickup: the group simply meets the photographer there and sets off on foot through the old town. The idea is to photograph families, groups of friends, and travelers together, capturing laughter and spontaneous moments rather than stiff poses.
The walk passes some of the most photogenic and iconic spots in the historic center, with the granite streets and the cathedral doing most of the background work. The photographer adjusts the pace to suit each group, so nobody is rushed between locations. Sessions run in Spanish, English, or Portuguese.
Afterwards, the group receives a digital gallery of edited, high-resolution professional photographs. Both ground and aerial images are covered, and there is a bonus vertical mini-video formatted for Reels or TikTok. Aerial work with the drone is optional, so groups can opt out if they prefer. Note that monument tickets, transport, and food are not part of the package.
What's Included
Included
- A relaxed photoshoot tailored to the pace of your group.
- Pass by the most photogenic and iconic spots in the old town.
- Digital gallery with edited, high-resolution professional photographs (ground and aerial).
- Bonus: A mini-video in vertical format, ready to share on your Reels or TikTok! (Optional regarding the use of the drone)
Not Included
- Tickets or admission to monuments
- Transport or transportation to the location
- Meals, water, or snacks
- In the event of heavy rain, a full refund will be given.
Itinerary
- Meet at Praza do ObradoiroThe group meets the photographer at Catedral de Santiago de Compostela, Praza do Obradoiro, s/n, 15704 Santiago de Compostela. No pickup or transport is provided.
- Walk the old townThe session moves on foot through the historic streets of the old town, passing the most photogenic and iconic spots, at a pace tailored to the group.
- Group photosAlong the route, the photographer captures spontaneous group shots, smiles, and camaraderie with the cathedral and medieval streets as backdrops.
- Receive your galleryAfter the session, the group gets a digital gallery of edited, high-resolution professional photographs, ground and aerial, plus an optional bonus vertical mini-video for Reels or TikTok.
What To Expect From The Tour
A few practical points will help the session go smoothly, from what to wear to how the weather policy works.
- What to bring. The listing recommends comfortable shoes, comfortable clothes, and a charged smartphone. You will be on your feet for the full 1h 30m, so dress for walking rather than for posing.
- Pace and fitness. The photoshoot is relaxed and tailored to the pace of the group. There is no transport between spots, so the whole session is done on foot through the old town.
- Group feel. The activity is aimed at families, groups of friends, and travelers who want photos together. It works as a shared experience rather than a solo portrait sitting.
- Drone option. Aerial photographs are included in the package, but the use of the drone is optional. Groups who prefer ground shots only can decline the aerial images.
- Language. Sessions are available in Spanish, English, and Portuguese.
- Weather risk. No indoor alternative is mentioned.
Common issues. Everything happens on foot with no transport, which may not suit anyone who struggles with walking. Tickets to monuments, transport to the meeting point, and food or drink are all extra, so budget for those separately. Alcohol and drugs are not allowed during the shoot.
Common Questions
Where does the photo session start?
It starts at Catedral de Santiago de Compostela, Praza do Obradoiro, s/n, 15704 Santiago de Compostela. There is no pickup or transport included, so travelers make their own way to the square.
How long does the photoshoot last?
The session runs for 1h 30m on foot through the old town. The photographer adapts the pace to the group, so the exact rhythm varies.
What do I get afterwards?
You receive a digital gallery of edited, high-resolution professional photographs covering both ground and aerial shots. There is also a bonus vertical mini-video ready for Reels or TikTok, though drone use is optional.
Are monument tickets or food included?
No. The package covers the photoshoot, the walk past photogenic spots, and the edited gallery. Tickets or admission to monuments, transport, and meals, water, or snacks are all excluded.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If the session is cancelled due to heavy rain, the listing says a full refund is also given.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable shoes and comfortable clothes, and bring a charged smartphone. The whole session is a walking shoot, and alcohol and drugs are not permitted.
