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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.

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