Sydney arguably has some of Australia’s most Instagrammable engagement photography locations. Whether you’re after a rustic architectural vibe, a beautiful nature feel, or a modern elegant look to your engagement photos, then look no further! Sit back, be inspired and enjoy my top 9 Epic Sydney Engagement Photography Locations.
1. Paddington Reservoir Gardens
Think rustic meets modern elegance. This stunning heritage listed park is about as close as you can get in Australia to Ancient Romanesque scenery. Originally a water reservoir, now a public garden, this stunning location with its unique architecture makes for some stunning engagement photography. Click here to see a recent engagement shoot at Paddington Reservoir Gardens.
Pros: Paddington Reservoir Gardens is a public space which means no paid permits are required for photo taking.
Cons: Being such a stunning venue, these gardens are often busy on weekends with family picnics and would be Instagram models. Therefore, be sure to get there before the crowds or after they leave.
2. Royal Botanic Gardens
Nestled in the heart of Sydney, The Royal Botanic Gardens is an oasis overflowing with a variety of epic photography opportunities. The Fernery, The Rose Gardens and the waterside all provide picture perfect photo opportunities for your Sydney engagement photo shoot. Show me more!
Pros: You can easily create a really varied, beautiful photo shoot in a short amount of time.
Cons: You need to pay a permit to have photos taken at this location.
3. Royal National Park
For all you coast lovers, Sydney’s Royal National Park offers some stunning landscapes to incorporate into your Sydney engagement photography shoot. Show me more!
Pros: Breathtaking coastal scenery without the crowds.
Cons: You have to walk a good distance to get to the best locations (but is there really a bad thing….).
4. Fagan Park
Covering a massive 55 hectares and complete with quirky cottages, duck filled lakes and beautiful gardens, Fagan Park is a perfect location for engagement photos.
Pros: A variety of locations and not too busy around sunset.
Cons: A fair distance from the centre of Sydney.
5. Swain Gardens
Located on Sydney’s north shore, Swain Garden’s beautifully terraced landscapes makes for a breathtaking Sydney engagement photography location. Show me more!
Pros: Want to incorporate bushland in your Sydney engagement photography session? Well, there is bushland literally right next to Swain Gardens!
Cons: Occasionally there are weddings held at the gardens on weekends. Therefore, be sure to check with the local council in advance to make sure your photo shoot doesn’t clash.
6. Centennial Park
Much like Sydney’s Royal Botanic Gardens, Centennial Park offers a tonne of variety in the one location. It even has its own forest!
Pros: If you want a variety of locations in your Sydney engagement photography session, you can easily use a car to drive to different spots within the park.
Cons: You need a paid permit to photograph at this location.
7. Balmoral Beach
A truly urban beachside location complete with its own island, Balmoral Beach is a truly stunning location for your Sydney engagement photography session.
Pros: Gorgeous harbour views, beautiful fig trees AND great coffee!
Cons: Can be busy during the summer months, particularly on weekends.
8. Sydney Harbour
Hugely popular with international couples, Sydney Harbour engagement photography shoots allow you to include some of Sydney’s most stunning icons in the one photo shoot.
Pros: Stunning views of Sydney’s most popular attractions
Cons: Often busy with tourists and a lengthy walk between the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
9. Bombo Quarry
Whilst not technically in Sydney, this unique photo location deserves a special mention. With its sprawling grasslands and unusual rock features, Bombo Quarry allows for some unique engagement photography images.
Pros: Near the ocean so you can easily get more variety with your engagement photos.
Cons: Can be hard to find without good directions.
There you have it, my top 9 Epic Sydney Engagement Photography Locations.
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