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Portrait Locations - Boston & Beyond

Ron Richman

Updated: Dec 31, 2024


An engaged couple posing in a lush garden at the Crane Estate. The couple stands close, arms around each other, with vibrant greenery, tall cypress trees, and a stone structure adorned with ivy in the background. The serene setting includes a reflective pond surrounded by manicured hedges, emphasizing the romantic and elegant atmosphere.
THE CRANE ESTATE & BEACH

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 & the Crane Estate (Ipswich, MA)


• Features: Beautiful sandy beach, dunes, stunning ocean views.

• Features: Beautiful Gardens& grounds.

• 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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