12 Cool Places To Take Pictures Near Boston

As you begin your search for cool places to take pictures near Boston, don’t be afraid to consider spaces you’ve never even heard of before — like some of these awesome Peerspace venues and other locations listed below!

1. Those beautiful Boston views

The top cool places to take pictures near Boston are the spots where you can admire all that Boston has to offer! This roof deck terrace in Shawmut is an example of just such a place! On Peerspace, you can rent out the entirety of this deck all to yourself to take marvelous pictures without the worry of anyone photobombing your gorgeous shots. Love the idea of taking pictures on a rooftop but this one isn’t quite your style or doesn’t fit your budget? Not to worry, you can search plenty of other awesome photoshoot spaces with a view on Peerspace! 

2. The Boston dream life

When you are looking for cool places to take pictures near Boston, don’t confine yourself to public spaces. Tons of photos have already been taken there before! Instead, wow all your friends and followers by taking pics in a luxury Boston dream home — we bet none of your followers have seen photos like that pop up on their feed before! On Peerspace, it’s easy to rent gorgeous mansions, like this 8,000-square-foot luxury home in Newton. You’ll never run out of space to shoot your best shot in a space like this!

3. Ride a swan boat

If you’ve never taken pictures on Boston’s iconic swan boats, now is your chance! These historic boats have been in operation at the Public Garden in Boston since 1877 and remain a cultural icon to this day. 

4. Wine not?

It doesn’t get much more classy than a wine-themed photoshoot! Especially with the variety of cool places to take pictures near Boston that feature private tasting rooms. For example, take a look at this waterfront brick and granite wine-tasting room in Fort Point. You can even add on a wine tasting during your shoot or ask about taking pictures in the boutique wine shop too!

5. Let it shine

Light up your photoshoot with neon! This Peerspace “powerhost” offers one of the coolest photoshoot venues in the city. “This space was great! Kai was very accommodating and very collaborative in creating a vibe for our project,” said one Peerspace reviewer. Check out all the reviews and see all the awesome neon light add-ons you can book with this space on Peerspace. 

6. Flaunt it at Fenway

A Boston photoshoot doesn’t get much more authentic than pics taken with a Fenway Park background! You can take pics on your tour or during a game — both are great options for a high-energy photoshoot at one of Boston’s most loved places! 

7. That beach life

The beach may not be right in Boston proper — but there are plenty of cool places to take pictures near Boston on the beach! For example, how about heading to Quincy and visiting this luxurious oceanside home? This space not only includes outstanding picturesque views for your photoshoot but it also comes with full access to the backyard, grills, and beach deck!

8. Get the party started

If you’re musically inclined, there is no cooler place to take pictures near Boston than in a drop-dead-gorgeous recording studio like this one in Quincy! “I booked this space for a photo shoot and it was perfect!,” raved one Peerspace reviewer. You can view photos of the space and decide for yourself on Peerspace!

9. Dress it up

No need to buy a new outfit for your photoshoot when you choose a cool place like this to take pictures near Boston! This retail space in Jamaica Plain features a 90s aesthetic with plenty of records, instruments, music, video games — and clothes, of course!

10. Dance it out

Dance your heart out during an unforgettable photoshoot in one of Boston’s amazing dance studios. On Peerspace, you’ll find a variety of studio spaces that are perfect to take photos in. For example, this studio in Allston features a custom-designed stone wall cut in ancient mosaic style and a unique black floor and ceiling. It’s a space that’s sure to result in some stunning photos!

11. Tourist for a day

Whether you are just visiting Boston or you live in the area, there is no better way to capture the city than amongst the most memorable Boston landmarks! Head to the Freedom Trail to stroll around and take pictures among Boston’s most iconic museums, churches, parks, and other historic markers!

12. A Massachusetts fairy tale

Live out your fairytale dreams as you discover the most magical and cool places to take pictures near Boston! For example, can you imagine something more ideal than taking photos at this exquisite Peerspace in Beverly? “The photos do not do this GORGEOUS property justice,” said one Peerspace reviewer. “What an incredible place to hold a styled shoot. It was simply stunning.”

Find unique photoshoot locations in Boston on Peerspace