WEDDING PHOTO PERMIT FAQs 

Do we need a permit to take our wedding photos at Old Westbury Gardens?

Yes. Permits are required and must be requested at least 2 weeks in advance.

How much time do we have to take photos?

Permits are for 1 and ½ hours (90 minutes). (Additional time can be requested based on availability for an additional fee.)

When can we have our photos taken?

Wedding photography permits are issued for April 1- November 17, 2024, every day except Tuesdays and certain blackout dates. Permits are not issued for sessions that begin before 10:00am or after 5:30pm.

Are there any fees for my wedding guests?

The fee is $350 for sessions before 3:30pm and $475 for sessions at or after 3:30pm. Twenty (20) guests are included in these fees.

There is an additional $75 fee if there are 21 or more guests- the maximum allowed is 26. Your photography team or other vendors are not included in your guest count.

What if it rains?

Interior locations in Westbury House are available only for those sessions that begin at 5:00pm and 5:30pm April 1-November 17.

No refunds will be given if the photo session is canceled less than 24 hours before scheduled start time. In case of rain, you may reschedule for another date and time based on location availability and Gardens' approval.

We want to have our pictures taken at the Gardens. How do we obtain a permit?

1. Email or call us to see if the date and time are available. To ensure a proper experience for you, we limit the number of permits per day and per time slot.

2. If the date is available we will ask you to provide your contact information and the number of persons. We will then send a contract for you to sign and return with complete payment within 14 days.

Can I see the Gardens before we decide to apply for a permit?

Yes, you may visit and pay any applicable admission fees. Please keep your receipt as the admission fee may be applied to your permit fee.

Are we the only bridal party on the property?

The Gardens are a popular location for photography and we only permit up to 3 wedding parties at a time. Please note that the Gardens is a public place where visitors are welcome in all public areas, and that regular business continues during normal operating hours.

What if we arrive late?

All sessions are reserved for 90 minutes from the time you are scheduled to arrive. Should you arrive after your scheduled time of arrival, your time of departure does not change. If you arrive within 15 minutes of your scheduled departure time you are considered a no show and will forfeit the full permit fee

Do you recommend a photography studio?

You may use your own photography studio or you may select one of our preferred studios and receive a 10% discount on your permit fee.

Cassarino Studios (516) 877-2700

Fine Art Photography and Film (516) 997-4200

First Look Photo + Film (formerly Franklin Square Photographers) (516) 437-1055

Jay Lim Photography (516) 333-0769

Patken Photographer (631) 595-1025

Silver Fox Studios (631) 393-6966

Studio 27 (516) 730-5007

What is your Cancellation Policy?

The Permit Holder may cancel a permit up to 4 weeks in advance and receive a full refund. The Permit Holder who cancels less than 4 weeks in advance of the permit date and time will receive the amount paid less $150 cancellation fee. Cancellations made less than 24 hours will receive no refund.