Not sure where to take your engagement photos? The answer is Saratoga Springs! Now let's get more specific.

1. Yaddo Garden

If you love greenery and a variety of backgrounds, Yaddo Garden is an excellent spot to hop over to for an engagement shoot. It has such a romantic elegance to it and adds a slightly European vibe when you’re walking around and adventuring through the garden’s numerous paths. There's a lot to take advantage of within the garden, so a photographer is able to capture a nice range of images for the couple. A few places to stop in front of and snap that perfect engagement photo include the gate, fountain, steps, portico, forest and right in the field.

Collage of couple's engagement photos at Yaddo Gardens in Saratoga

Couple sitting on steps at Yaddo Gardens in SaratogaCollage of couple's engagement photos at Yaddo Gardens in SaratogaCollage of couple's engagement photos at Yaddo Gardens in SaratogaCollage of couple's engagement photos at Yaddo Gardens in Saratoga

Black and white photo on couple on wedding day in Yaddo Gardens Saratoga NY

2. The streets of Broadway

If you’re familiar with Saratoga Springs, you already know how much vibrancy there is along the streets of this town – especially along Broadway. There's a fun energy and a lot of eclectic store fronts, historic buildings, great architecture and a nice urban vibe in a relatively rural area. You would be surprised at the all of the different types of backdrops that Broadway provides. 

One of our favorites is right in front of the Adirondack Trust Bank, a beautiful white marble building, on the corner of Broadway and Church. There’s an old fashion street clock there. Both the clock and marble building provide for a vintage and unique feel in your photos.

Collage of couple posing by clock on Broadway in Saratoga SpringsCollage of couple posing at Adirondack Trust Bank in Saratoga Springs

Picture of couple dancing on Broadway in Saratoga Springs NY

3. Back alleys of Saratoga

If you can get past the delicious aroma wafting from all the downtown restaurants, the back alleyways have an interesting urban vibe that you can't find anywhere else in the area! With the right outfit and the perfect pose, a couple can easily find a hidden gem in one of the many secluded alleys located downtown Saratoga Springs.

Collage of couple in back alley in Saratoga NY for engagement photo shoot

Couple hugging in Saratoga SpringsCollage of couple posing in back alleys of Saratoga

4. Lincoln Baths

This gorgeous white building situated behind the green yard and manicured gardens provides for a great impact shot. It’s a hidden photo gem right near the National Museum of Dance. If you’re a couple that is looking to stun your invitees with Save the Dates including that “wow” shot, Lincoln Baths might just be the perfect place. The symmetry and architecture here is stunning and the white backdrop adds a reflective element to the ambient light. These little details go a long way in making your skin tones and eyes look super dreamy when captured properly!

Collage of couple posing at the Saratoga Lincoln Baths

Man kissing fiance on cheek in Saratoga Springs

Collage of couple's engagement photos at Lincoln Baths in Saratoga NY

Black and white engagement photo in Saratoga Spa State Park

5. Hall of Springs

The brick aisle along the Hall of Springs provides for the perfect spot to pose with your significant other. Just like Lincoln baths, the stone steps are the perfect backdrop for any lover of history and architecture. The best part? If you’re going on a day where there’s not an event going on, it’s unlikely you’ll have passersby in the background of your images. The coloring here looks especially stunning in the fall! The reflection pool and spanning grass fields also add an element of elegance and sophistication that will add character to your whole shoot.

Collage of couple posing at Hall of Springs in Saratoga Spa State ParkBlack and white shot of couple holding hands outside of Hall of Springs in Saratoga NY

Black and white photos of couple in front of Reflecting Pool at Saratoga Spa State Park

What makes this spot even better? It’s a jump, hop and a skip over to Avenue of the Pines, our sixth spot on the list. This gives any couple the ability to diversify their engagement session with a variety of backgrounds to choose from.

6. Avenue of the Pines

If you’ve always dreamed of having a barn wedding, then Avenue of the Pines is the perfect on-theme spot to have an engagement shoot. It provides for a rustic, romantic and playful atmosphere. These tree-lined walkways add a dramatic element to any couples’ shots. It’s perfect for an engagement shoot during any season! Don’t believe us? See for yourself…

Collage of couple embracing on Avenue of the Pines in Saratoga Spa State ParkCollage of winter engagement photo shoot on Avenue of the Pines with dog

Collage of winter engagement photos on Avenue of the Pines in Saratoga Spa State Park

Collage of winter engagement photo shoot on Avenue of the Pines in Saratoga Spa State Park

Collage of winter engagement photo shoot on Avenue of the Pines in Saratoga Spa State Park

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