PORTRAIT LOCATIONS - BOSTON & BEYOND TO 100 MILES
Massachusetts has many beautiful spots perfect for portrait photography within a 100-mile radius of Boston. Here are some of the best locations, each offering unique and picturesque backdrops:
1. Boston Public Garden (Boston, MA)
• Features: Manicured gardens, iconic swan boats, picturesque bridges.
• Distance: In Boston.
2. Beacon Hill (Boston, MA)
• Features: Historic cobblestone streets, charming brick townhouses, gas lamps.
• Distance: In Boston.
3. Arnold Arboretum (Jamaica Plain, MA)
• Features: Diverse collection of trees, beautiful pathways, seasonal blooms.
• Distance: 7 miles from Boston.
4. Castle Island (South Boston, MA)
• Features: Historic Fort Independence, scenic harbor views, walking paths.
• Distance: 5 miles from Boston.
5. Minute Man National Historical Park (Concord, MA)
• Features: Historical landmarks, scenic landscapes, rustic charm.
• Distance: 20 miles from Boston.
6. Crane Beach (Ipswich, MA)
• Features: Beautiful sandy beach, dunes, stunning ocean views.
• Distance: 30 miles from Boston.
7. Rockport Harbor (Rockport, MA)
• Features: Picturesque harbor, fishing boats, quaint coastal town.
• Distance: 40 miles from Boston.
8. Halibut Point State Park (Rockport, MA)
• Features: Coastal views, rocky cliffs, serene quarry pond.
• Distance: 40 miles from Boston.
9. Walden Pond (Concord, MA)
• Features: Tranquil pond, wooded trails, historic Thoreau’s cabin site.
• Distance: 20 miles from Boston.
10. Castle Hill on the Crane Estate (Ipswich, MA)
• Features: Grand mansion, rolling hills, formal gardens.
• Distance: 30 miles from Boston.
11. Good Harbor Beach (Gloucester, MA)
• Features: Sandy beach, scenic views, tidal river.
• Distance: 40 miles from Boston.
12. Salem (Salem, MA)
• Features: Historic buildings, waterfront, charming downtown.
• Distance: 16 miles from Boston.
13. Mount Auburn Cemetery (Cambridge, MA)
• Features: Beautifully landscaped grounds, historic monuments, serene ponds.
• Distance: 5 miles from Boston.
14. Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary (Topsfield, MA)
• Features: Woodlands, meadows, wetlands, scenic trails.
• Distance: 25 miles from Boston.
15. World’s End (Hingham, MA)
• Features: Rolling hills, rocky shorelines, stunning views of Boston skyline.
• Distance: 15 miles from Boston.
16. The Willows (Salem, MA)
• Features: Ocean views, scenic pier, amusement park atmosphere.
• Distance: 20 miles from Boston.
17. Middlesex Fells Reservation (Stoneham, MA)
• Features: Wooded trails, scenic views, Spot Pond.
• Distance: 10 miles from Boston.
18. Nantasket Beach (Hull, MA)
• Features: Long sandy beach, beautiful ocean views, historic carousel.
• Distance: 20 miles from Boston.
19. The Crane Estate (Ipswich, MA)
• Features: Historic mansion, formal gardens, sweeping ocean views.
• Distance: 30 miles from Boston.
20. Purgatory Chasm State Reservation (Sutton, MA)
• Features: Unique rock formations, scenic trails, rugged landscape.
• Distance: 50 miles from Boston.
These locations offer a mix of natural beauty, historic charm, and unique settings, providing a variety of backdrops for stunning portrait photography.