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Photoshoots in Dublin
A photoshoot in Dublin is a session with a professional photographer in Ireland’s capital, among its Georgian squares, college quads, bridges and parks, arranged through Eriora, from €320 for a couple.
Pricing
From €190
- Region
- Dublin & Wicklow
- Photo spots
- 7
Starting price. The exact price depends on photographer, place, date, time and add-ons, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
Quick answers
- How much does it cost?
- Photoshoot in Dublin starts from €190. The final price depends on the place, duration, date, time of day, travel and any add-ons such as video, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
- When is the best time?
- For empty streets and squares, start early: before 9:00 in summer, or at sunrise in spring and autumn.
- Which experiences are available here?
- Proposal Photography, Couple Photoshoot, Engagement Photography, Family Photoshoot, Honeymoon Photography, and Maternity Photography
- Getting there
- Dublin Airport is about 30 to 45 minutes from the centre by Airlink, Aircoach or taxi.
- Where does it take place?
- Popular places include Trinity College; Merrion Square and the Georgian doors; St Stephen’s Green and the Iveagh Gardens; Ha’penny Bridge and the Liffey quays. Your photographer suggests the best spot for your date, the light and the crowds.
- How does booking work?
- Send a free request with your place, date and plans. Eriora checks which photographers are available and replies with a proposal stating the photographer, the package and the exact price. Nothing is booked until you accept.
Dublin is compact. The centre between Trinity College, St Stephen’s Green, Dublin Castle and the Liffey quays is a 20-minute walk end to end, so a one-hour session can cover two or three quite different backdrops: red-brick Georgian terraces with painted doors, cobbled college squares, cast-iron bridges and green Victorian parks.
It is also the easiest base in Ireland. Most visitors land at Dublin Airport, and the sea at Howth and the lakes of Glendalough in the Wicklow Mountains are both within reach for a longer session. Dublin suits couple photoshoots, proposals, family sessions and relaxed engagement photos before a wedding elsewhere in the country.
Dublin is city-priced. A classic couple session starts at €320, a family session at €350 and a proposal at €490. See pricing for what changes the figure, or the dedicated pages for a proposal in Dublin, a couple shoot in Dublin and a family session in Dublin.
Photo spots — Dublin
- 01
Trinity College
Ireland’s oldest university, founded in 1592, has cobbled squares, the Campanile bell tower and granite and brick buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. The grounds are open to the public; the Long Room library is a ticketed visitor attraction and not a place for a session.
- Best time
- Early morning, before the tour groups and the Book of Kells queue; Sunday mornings are quietest.
- Access
- The front gate is on College Green, a few minutes from Grafton Street and from the Luas Green Line.
- 02
Merrion Square and the Georgian doors
The terraces around Merrion Square and Fitzwilliam Square are the Dublin of postcards: red brick, tall sash windows, fanlights and front doors painted every colour. The park in the middle has the Oscar Wilde statue and mature trees that give shade and soft light.
- Best time
- Morning or late afternoon; the streets are quiet on weekend mornings.
- Access
- Ten minutes’ walk from Trinity College; the doors are private homes, so photographs are taken from the pavement.
- 03
St Stephen’s Green and the Iveagh Gardens
St Stephen’s Green is the city’s Victorian park, with a lake, bridges and flower beds at the top of Grafton Street. The Iveagh Gardens, tucked behind Harcourt Street, are quieter: a cascade, a rose garden, a small maze and long lawns that feel far from the traffic.
- Best time
- Weekday mornings for the Green; any time for the Iveagh Gardens, which rarely feel crowded.
- Access
- Both are in the centre; the Luas Green Line stops at St Stephen’s Green and Harcourt.
- 04
Ha’penny Bridge and the Liffey quays
The cast-iron footbridge from 1816 is the city’s best-known landmark, and the quays either side give long views down the river. At dusk the lamps come on and the bridge becomes a classic evening backdrop.
- Best time
- Blue hour, just after sunset, when the lamps are lit and the sky still has colour.
- Access
- Between Temple Bar and Liffey Street, five minutes from O’Connell Bridge.
- 05
Dublin Castle and the Dubh Linn Garden
The castle’s Upper Yard mixes medieval, Georgian and Victorian buildings, and the round lawn of the Dubh Linn Garden behind it, beside the Chester Beatty library, is a calm green space in the middle of the old city.
- Best time
- Mid-morning on weekdays; the yard is in shade for part of the afternoon.
- Access
- Off Dame Street, a short walk from Temple Bar and Christ Church Cathedral.
- 06
Grand Canal and Portobello
The towpaths of the Grand Canal around Portobello and Baggot Street have lock gates, stone bridges, swans and rows of trees. It is relaxed, local and very easy for children and dogs.
- Best time
- Golden hour in the evening, when the light runs along the water.
- Access
- About 15 minutes’ walk south of St Stephen’s Green, or the Luas to Charlemont.
- 07
Phoenix Park
One of the largest enclosed city parks in Europe, with open grassland, old trees and a herd of wild fallow deer that has lived there since the 17th century. Ideal for family sessions and anyone who wants wide, natural space without leaving the city.
- Best time
- Early morning or the last two hours of daylight; keep a respectful distance from the deer.
- Access
- The main gate is about 30 minutes’ walk west of the centre along the quays, or a short taxi ride.
Best time
Seasons
May to September is the easiest time: long days, green parks and mild temperatures. In June the sun sets after 21:30, so evening sessions start late. Spring brings cherry blossom and daffodils in the parks; autumn turns St Stephen’s Green and Phoenix Park gold. In December daylight is short, around seven and a half hours, but the Christmas lights on Grafton Street and Henry Street give the city a warm evening glow.
Time of day
For empty streets and squares, start early: before 9:00 in summer, or at sunrise in spring and autumn. The Liffey and the Ha’penny Bridge are best at blue hour. Georgian streets work well in soft overcast light at any time of day, which is common in Dublin and very flattering for portraits.
Weather
Dublin is on the drier east coast and gets noticeably less rain than the west of Ireland, but showers can come at any time of year. They usually pass quickly. Photographers plan around them with covered spots such as Trinity’s arches, Dublin Castle’s archways and the canopies of the Georgian doorways, and carry umbrellas that look good in pictures. If the forecast is poor, your photographer will suggest moving the slot.
Getting there
Dublin Airport is about 30 to 45 minutes from the centre by Airlink, Aircoach or taxi. In town, most spots are on foot; the Luas trams cover St Stephen’s Green and Phoenix Park’s edge, and the DART coastal train runs to Howth in about 30 minutes. Trains from Heuston and Connolly stations reach Cork, Galway, Limerick, Kilkenny and Belfast.
Good to know
The parks, squares and quays are free and public. Trinity College grounds are open, but visitor attractions inside are ticketed and indoor photography there is restricted. Several parks, including St Stephen’s Green, the Iveagh Gardens and Phoenix Park, are run by the Office of Public Works, which asks commercial productions to apply for permission; private, handheld sessions are how we plan shoots here. Much of central Dublin lies in controlled airspace near the airport, so plan without a drone and check the Irish Aviation Authority’s rules for anything else.
- Bring flat shoes for cobbles in Trinity College and Temple Bar.
- Allow 90 minutes if you want both the Georgian squares and the Liffey at blue hour.
- Temple Bar is lively but crowded; a short stop for its colour is enough.
- A clear umbrella or a dark one is the best accessory for a Dublin shower.
- Combine the city with Howth for sea cliffs, or with Glendalough for mountains and lakes.
- Rich colours such as green, burgundy and navy look good against red brick and grey stone.
Related experiences
From €490
Proposal Photography
A photographer who hides, catches the moment you ask, and then takes relaxed portraits of the two of you. Planned with you in advance.
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From €320
Couple Photoshoot
An hour of easy, guided portraits of the two of you, in a Dublin square, on a Galway quay or above the Atlantic.
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From €320
Engagement Photography
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Family Photoshoot
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Photographer availability
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Find a Photographer in DublinFrequently asked questions
How much does a photoshoot in Dublin cost?
A couple session in Dublin starts at €320, a family session at €350 and a proposal at €490. Dublin is city-priced, so the scenic floor does not apply. The final price depends on the photographer, date, time and duration and is stated in your proposal.
Where are the best photo spots in Dublin?
Trinity College, Merrion Square and the Georgian doors, St Stephen’s Green, the Iveagh Gardens, the Ha’penny Bridge at dusk and Phoenix Park. For the sea, take the DART to Howth.
Can I propose in Dublin?
Yes. The Iveagh Gardens and the Grand Canal are calm and private enough for a surprise, and the Howth cliff path adds a sea view. See the proposal in Dublin page and how proposal photography works.
Is Dublin good for a family photoshoot?
Yes. Phoenix Park has open space and wild deer, and the Grand Canal and St Stephen’s Green are flat and stroller-friendly. A session of about an hour usually suits children. Read more on the family session in Dublin page.
What happens if it rains?
Light rain is common and often looks beautiful in photographs. Photographers use archways, covered doorways and umbrellas, and showers in Dublin rarely last long. If heavy rain is forecast, your photographer will suggest another time or date.
Can I combine Dublin with the countryside?
Yes. Howth is 30 minutes by DART and Glendalough about an hour by car, and an Ireland photo tour can include both. Mention it in your availability request.
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