Saint Augustine Photo Tours
Self Guided Photo Tours
Discover Saint Augustine with Your Camera
— On Your Own Time Frame
Transform your travel photography through self-guided photo tours infused with creativity, history, and professional instruction—without the pressure of a group or schedule.
Most travelers leave Saint Augustine with a phone full of snapshots—
but few leave with images that reflect the character, history, and beauty that make Saint Augustine unforgettable.
What if you could change that?
For years, Saint Augustine Photo Tours offered in-person experiences with photographer and licensed guide Patricia Bean.
Now, for the first time, those same tours are available in a brand-new self-guided format.
Take the same inspired journey—at your own pace, any time you choose.
Choose Your First Self-Guided Tour
Begin your photography adventure today.
Morning Light Historic District
Begin where the city wakes. Photograph the Cathedral Basilica, Government House, Plaza de la Constitución, and Avilés Street—the nation’s oldest street. Learn to read light and shadow, control exposure, and use perspective to lead the eye. Clear prompts guide a simple step-by-step approach to storytelling composition so your images stand out.
iPhone Settings & Creative Controls
What to Expect
Slip into the city’s quieter, residential heart. Explore Marine Street, Saint Francis street, the Oldest House (González-Álvarez House), and the Fernandez-Llambias House. Practice connecting foreground, midground, and background, refine angles, and slow down for textured details that reveal the neighborhood’s history.
Unlock Your Creative Potential: Learn how to see like a photographer, mastering simple settings and composition techniques that turn quick snapshots into images that stand out .
Discover Hidden Gems: Go beyond the postcard views. These tours guide you to secret photo spots, overlooked angles, and iconic landmarks with fresh perspective.
Follow Creative Prompts: At each stop, you’ll receive clear prompts and technical tips to help you frame, compose, and capture images you’ll be proud to share.
Experience History Through Images: Every location is enriched with stories and context from Patricia Bean, photographer and licensed guide, so your photos reflect the city’s character as well as its beauty.
Enhance Your Skills with These Bonus Guides:
These resources, paired with the self-guided tours, are all you need to confidently capture memories that will last a lifetime. You’ll leave Saint Augustine with more than just stunning photos—you’ll have the knowledge and skills to capture the spirit of any destination you visit.
SnapSeed Photo Editing Guide
South Historic District
Discover Saint Augustine with Your Camera - On Your Own Time Frame
Transform your travel photography through self-guided photo tours infused with creativity, history, and professional instruction—without the pressure of a group or schedule.
Most travelers leave Saint Augustine with a phone full of snapshots—
but few leave with images that truly capture the spirit of the city.
What if you could change that?
For years, Saint Augustine Photo Tours offered in-person experiences with photographer and licensed guide Patricia Bean.
Now, you can take the same inspired journey—any time you choose.
Self-Guided Photography Tours
Patricia Provides everything you need to capture the spirit and create a beautiful portfolio of the nation's oldest city: This is a must if you love photography and want to get the best shots here and anywhere you travel.
Curated walking routes with maps and must-see stops
Step-by-step composition lessons from Patricia’s “Composition by Design” method
Creative prompts and technical guidance at each location
History as told by one of Saint Augustine’s most beloved Tour Guides
These tours are flexible—you can explore at your own pace, stop for coffee, or revisit locations for different light.
Do one in two hours or linger for a morning.
Start with a single tour or bundle them together for the complete experience. Either way, you’ll walk away with more than photos—you’ll walk away with a new way of seeing.
Experience the past, frame the present, and seize the beauty of Saint Augustine!
What People Are Saying.
“Patricia was a great teacher and was able to be flexible for people with different picture taking experience.”
“We had the best time with Patricia. She walked us through storytelling with our photographs versus just taking photos.”
Misty Lizarralde
Instead of taking an “I was there” photo, Patricia shared great insights on how to capture the mystery in a location. I’ve been a lifelong photographer, but she showed how the slightest adjustments in camera placement can really make a difference.
Marc Bugbey
Patricia's photography workshop was a great way to learn more about my iPhone settings and capabilities. Over a relaxing cup of coffee, she shared her experiences as a photographer, as well as helpful tools on the iPhone. I was able to put them immediately to use as we walked through the historical neighborhoods of St. Augustine. Patricia is very personable, helpful and has a wealth of knowledge about the history of the city. It was a fun and energizing experience, and most importantly it reminded me to always be more mindful of my surroundings, and how to identify more photo opportunities that could easily be missed. Thank you Patricia! I highly recommend this tour!
Barbara Wulf
