While we offer open group photo tours proven to get you better photography results in Brugge & beyond, sometimes you may want us to yourself for full focus & flexibility.
Offered towards getting the most out of our time together & truly for everyone from casual smartphone to dedicated pro. Choose from one of our hugely popular themes (Edges, Essential, Hidden, Night), or we can build a custom tour around your specific requests and needs.
Photography workshop, tight focus on locations only, or just a “bit of both”… the choice is entirely yours and you’ll even have a copy of your guide Andy’s photo book to remember the time together.
It’s about what excites YOU and your camera in Brugge, let’s get together for some great photos!
Private Photo Tour in Brugge
For full focus & flexibility...
Flexible Start Time
Early start or whenever it suits you best
Flexible Meeting Point
Meet at our usual spot on Burg or wherever you like
Focus: On What YOU Want
Learning? Locations? A bit of both (maybe with a break)?
For best results, private tour only...
"Shades of Brugge" Night Tour
Since 2012, Your Photo Guide Andy McSweeney
Here to help you get that killer photo, in Brugge and beyond!
We are so very proud and humbled by our many, MANY positive reviews since opening Photo Tour Brugge in 2012. As you’ll see, we really are a tour for all levels and interest in photography…
Feel free to read what past guests have said below, from most recent Tripadvisor & Facebook reviews to blog articles and more! ?
What a great way to spend an afternoon in Brugge - Andy is a very talented photographer who knows the...READ MORE...What a great way to spend an afternoon in Brugge - Andy is a very talented photographer who knows the city amazingly well - bringing you to out of the way areas you otherwise may have overlooked and helping you see pictures from a new perspective. He seems to cater the sessions to each individual’s needs - I have a Fuji camera I have been having difficulty getting used to - luckily he shoots with Fuji as well and taught me a bunch of tricks, tools, and even allowed me to check out multiple different lenses. It was one of my favorite afternoons/tours while there!less...
Joanna M.
08/07/22
What a great two hours! I’ve done a few photography tours but I think I got the most out of...READ MORE...What a great two hours! I’ve done a few photography tours but I think I got the most out of this one. Andy was extremely generous with his knowledge - and even though he didn’t use my camera brand he knew it better than I did!
I highly recommend this tour. I am finding I am seeing things differently now, being more considerate of my photo composition and more patient to get the right shot.
In addition to photography it was lovely to see the town and learn more about Brugge. I am really glad I took this tour, thanks so much Andy!less...
Ingrid H.
05/07/22
What a great two hours! I’ve done a few photography tours but I think I got the most out of...READ MORE...What a great two hours! I’ve done a few photography tours but I think I got the most out of this one. Andy was extremely generous with his knowledge - and even though he didn’t use my camera brand he knew it better than I did!I highly recommend this tour. I am finding I am seeing things differently now, being more considerate of my photo composition and more patient to get the right shot.In addition to photography it was lovely to see the town and learn more about Brugge. I am really glad I took this tour, thanks so much Andy!less...
Ingrid H.
05/07/22
Fabulous use of a couple of hours, I learnt so much! What a great two hours! I’ve done a few photography tours but I think I got the most out of...READ MORE...What a great two hours! I’ve done a few photography tours but I think I got the most out of this one. Andy was extremely generous with his knowledge - and even though he didn’t use my camera brand he knew it better than I did!
I highly recommend this tour. I am finding I am seeing things differently now, being more considerate of my photo composition and more patient to get the right shot.
In addition to photography it was lovely to see the town and learn more about Brugge. I am really glad I took this tour, thanks so much Andy!less...
Stellaandme
05/07/22
In April of 2022 Andy was the Brugge guide for the photo tour group that I was part of. It...READ MORE...In April of 2022 Andy was the Brugge guide for the photo tour group that I was part of. It would be hard to imagine someone more enthusiastic about sharing both the history and photo opportunities that are so abundant in Brugge. As a retired teacher I also appreciated Andy's group management style - allowing individuals to explore some while also keeping everyone within a reasonable proximity. Perhaps what I valued most was Andy's honesty, humor and compassion. I would highly recommend Andy to anyone traveling to Brugge (or in that vicinity).less...
John K.
04/06/22
Andy McSweeny’s Brugge Phototour was one of the highlights of our European vacation. He took us to some sections of...READ MORE...Andy McSweeny’s Brugge Phototour was one of the highlights of our European vacation. He took us to some sections of Brugge we had seen before but helped me, a novice photographer, see them through a professional’s eyes. Andy’s engaging, outgoing manner, his critiques of my photos and recommendations, along with the incomparable beauty of Brugge, made our last day in the city the most memorable one. I’ll be back next year, picking Andy’s brain with more questions and I know he will enjoy answering them.less...
John H.
15/05/22
Andy provided an absolutely wonderful experience. He has a great eye and was quite insightful about our photo...READ MORE...Andy provided an absolutely wonderful experience. He has a great eye and was quite insightful about our photo composition and technique. He also really knew, and had an appreciation for Brugge, making him the perfect guide to capturing the city's beauty as well as its heart and character. My husband and I completed the tour feeling we had learned so much, not just about photography, but about the city itself. On top of everything else, Andy was extremely personable and fun to be around, and we will always look back on our day in Brugge with some fun memories.less...
Danielle C.
15/05/22
Invaluable experience Andy McSweeny’s Brugge Phototour was one of the highlights of our European vacation. He took us to some sections of...READ MORE...Andy McSweeny’s Brugge Phototour was one of the highlights of our European vacation. He took us to some sections of Brugge we had seen before but helped me, a novice photographer, see them through a professional’s eyes. Andy’s engaging, outgoing manner, his critiques of my photos and recommendations, along with the incomparable beauty of Brugge, made our last day in the city the most memorable one. I’ll be back next year, picking Andy’s brain with more questions and I know he will enjoy answering them.less...
jhessdvm
15/05/22
What a great experience. Andy was incredibly engaging and helpful. He's a fantastic photographer and gives great advice on all...READ MORE...What a great experience. Andy was incredibly engaging and helpful. He's a fantastic photographer and gives great advice on all aspects of the craft. Even more, he's a lot of fun to be around and has a wonderful knowledge of the town. We would absolutely do another tour if we returned to Brugge.less...
David G.
14/05/22
Great tour What a great experience. Andy was incredibly engaging and helpful. He's a fantastic photographer and gives great advice on all...READ MORE...What a great experience. Andy was incredibly engaging and helpful. He's a fantastic photographer and gives great advice on all aspects of the craft. Even more, he's a lot of fun to be around and has a wonderful knowledge of the town. We would absolutely do another tour if we returned to Brugge.less...
dgosche7
14/05/22
My son and I went on Andy’s photo tour of Hidden Brugge .
Andy has changed our photography for every opening...READ MORE...My son and I went on Andy’s photo tour of Hidden Brugge .
Andy has changed our photography for every opening our eyes to the art of taking a photo ,showing us how to look and getting the best image to tell a story .I would highly recommend.Next time we are in Brugge will definitely book againless...
andrew c.
21/04/22
This was an excellent tour and was one of the highlights of my trip to Brugge. Not only is Andy...READ MORE...This was an excellent tour and was one of the highlights of my trip to Brugge. Not only is Andy informative about his photography he also provides tips with examples of how to improve your photography. His tips really inspired me and makes me want to improve even more on my photography. Andy was also very knowledgeable on the locality and local history which gave the photographs even more meaning. Thank you so much Andy and when I visit Brugge again I will definitely me signing up for another one of your great workshops.less...
Odette
05/04/22
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A photo tour (as we offer it) is a city tour with a strong focus on photography, both in seeing the city through the a photographer’s perspective as well as improved results in the photos you’ll take.
On Photo Tour Brugge & with your guide Andy, we offer sample photos on location as well as photo advice tailored to your specific skill and interest.
Basically, Part city tour, part workshop… With of course a portrait option (here) since Andy loves such things too. 😉
2. What kind of camera/experience do I need to bring?
Any camera from your smartphone or compact to DSLR/mirrorless to medium and large format is quite suitable for this tour.
(As your guide Andy says: “It’s not the car, it’s the driver that counts.”)
Whether you’re beginner or intermediate or pro (or even just looking for a unique tour experience), we’ll happily offer optional technical & creative advice as well as sample photos on location to help improve your photography both in Brugge & beyond.
3. What’s your cancellation policy (especially in rain)?
Our full refund policy is via this link but here’s the short version:
Open tours are 50% refundable up to 1 week beforehand, private tours up to 3 days beforehand minus the 75€ deposit. Overall, we’re also flexible and sympathetic as possible if something unexpected comes up.
In case of rain: We push on in very light drizzle (and offer you a free camera cover to help), in case of heavy or dangerous rain we will usually offer rescheduling or you can cancel for a 50% refund until 1hr before the tour starts.
4. Can I bring my friend/partner/child along? (+1 non camera friend)
Each tour guest on open and private tours may bring one additional “+1 non camera friend” at no extra charge.
That guest may take absolutely no photos during the tour (including on the smartphone), but is otherwise a welcome to listen in and chat as time permits.
5. How do I book online?
That’s too easy! 🙂 Simply click any of the “book now” buttons (or this link) and you’ll be taken to the booking calendar for both open & private tours.
For private tours you can also click this link to go straight to the private tour booking form.
Bonus FAQ: Does this mean you don’t offer photo portraits?
We do happily offer photo portraits via this link and next to that: Always happy to take a photo or two of you on the regular tour option as time permits.