Family photoshoots

Family photographer in Lisbon for real family photos

The one photo where everyone is in it — including the person who always takes the pictures. We plan routes with space to run, time sessions around naps and meals, and keep the pace playful so the kids actually enjoy it.

  • Kid-friendly routes and timing
  • Toddlers to grandparents
  • Stroller-friendly options
  • Up to 6 people included
Family photoshoot in Lisbon with children laughing by the river
Parent swinging a child during a family photoshoot in Lisbon
Children playing during a family photoshoot at Praça do Comércio

A session built around your kids, not the other way round

Children give you about twenty minutes of cooperation, so we don't waste them. We start with a game — a race to the railing, a hunt for the blue tiles, jumping over the pavement patterns — and capture the real laughter before asking for one or two tidy group photos. Then we let the little ones explore while we photograph the moments in between.

We pick locations with space and fewer steps: the riverside at Praça do Comércio and Ribeira das Naus, the gardens and promenade in Belém, or quieter corners of Alfama early in the morning. If someone uses a stroller or a wheelchair, tell us and we will choose a flat route.

Timing

When families get the best photos

Toddlers and babies

Morning sessions between breakfast and nap, or late afternoon after the nap. We keep it to 30–60 minutes.

School-age kids

Golden hour before sunset works well. Promise an ice cream afterwards and you have a deal.

Teens and grandparents

Fewer poses, more walking and talking. We make sure grandparents get a quiet portrait with each grandchild.

Prices

Family session packages

Families of up to 6 people are included in every package. Larger groups and multi-family reunions — just ask.

Express

A quick, beautiful keepsake at one spot

€160 · 30 minutes

  • 30 minutes at one location
  • 25+ edited photos
  • Online gallery in 7 days
  • Posing guidance throughout
  • Sunrise at no extra cost
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Signature

A relaxed walk through a whole neighbourhood

€340 · 90 minutes

  • 90 minutes, three or more spots
  • 80+ edited photos
  • Online gallery in 5 days
  • Location, outfit and timing plan
  • Sunrise at no extra cost
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Practical tips for a family photoshoot in Lisbon

Choose clothes in a simple palette

Pick one or two main colours and let everyone wear variations of them — light blue, white and sand is a classic Lisbon combination. Avoid characters and big logos, and give kids clothes they can move in. Sensible shoes for everyone: the limestone pavement is slippery, especially after rain.

Bring snacks and a favourite toy

A small snack halfway through saves many sessions. A favourite toy or teddy can appear in a few photos and makes shy toddlers more comfortable.

Let us do the entertaining

Parents tend to spend the whole session saying "look at the camera". Don't — we will get their attention. The best family photos happen when you are paying attention to each other.

Extended families and reunions

For big groups we plan a clear order: the full group photo first while everyone is fresh, then each family unit, then grandparents with grandchildren, then free time. Allow 90 minutes for more than ten people.

Example

A 60-minute family session by the river

Late afternoon on the 15th of June, when the sun sets at 21:04 — after nap time, before dinner.

TimeWhat happens
19:30Meet at Praça do Comércio. A game of tag on the square to break the ice.
19:40The full-family photo in front of the arch while everyone is fresh.
19:50Cais das Colunas and the river: parents with each child, and grandparents with the grandchildren.
20:10Ribeira das Naus steps: free play, running, piggy-backs — the candid favourites.
20:30Done, with the sky turning gold and plenty of restaurants nearby.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long should a family photoshoot be?

Thirty minutes works for babies and toddlers, sixty for most families. Choose 90 minutes for large groups or multi-generation sessions.

Is Lisbon stroller-friendly for a photoshoot?

Parts of it. Praça do Comércio, the riverside and Belém are flat and spacious; Alfama and Graça have steps and steep lanes. We choose a route that works for your family.

What if my toddler has a meltdown?

It happens in almost every family session. We pause, play, wait it out and carry on. Some of the most honest photos come right after.

How many people are included?

Up to 6 people in every package. For larger groups, send us the number and we will quote.

Can we do a family session at sunrise?

Yes, and it is the quietest option — but only if your kids are early risers. Late afternoon is usually easier.

Do you photograph family reunions and milestone birthdays?

Yes. Tell us the occasion and the group size, and we will plan the order of photos so nobody is standing around too long.

Can we bring a stroller?

Yes. We'll choose a flat route such as Praça do Comércio, the riverside or Belém.

Related

Keep planning

Photoshoot on the riverside with Belém Tower behind

Belém

The tower in the river, monastery stonework and wide gardens.

Morning or late afternoon

Availability

Tell us your date and we'll plan the rest

Share your travel dates, the kind of session you have in mind and roughly how many people. We reply with available times, the best light for your date and a route that fits.