13 Cute Picnic Photoshoot Ideas (2024)

Looking for some sweet picnic photoshoot ideas for your next creative project? We get it. Few things are as adorable as a good picnic spread. Picnics are a fantastic way to enjoy some delicious food, beautiful sites, and good vibes. If you’re looking for the perfect spot to spread out your blanket for an outdoor photoshoot, you’re in the right place.

Peerspace is the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, so we help connect you with amazing locations for all your creative ventures as well as provide inspirational ideas. You’ll see a few of both ahead! Here are some of our favorite picnic photoshoot ideas perfect for your next Instagram story!

1. Get your picnic on at a scenic countryside farm

Located in the Tennessee countryside, this rustic farm in Soddy-Daisy is the perfect spot for a scenic picnic. Linda’s Lane is home to rolling green hills, a flowing river rock stream, lush gardens, and over 6,000 square feet of open space. There are plenty of places to set up a picnic spread for an adorable photoshoot. And there’s even a bar on site if you’re craving something a little stronger to wash your sandwiches down. 

2. Enjoy seclusion and beautiful views at a 7-acre ranch

Could this picnic photoshoot idea be any more adorable? We think not. This Los Angeles ranch has over 7 acres of beautiful, scenic nature for you to enjoy. And it already has picnic tables on-site for your photoshoot. All you need is a basket of goodies and any friends and family joining you in front of the lens.

Creative Director Julie V. had this to say about this sweet LA ranch: “GEM!!! It was the most peaceful, beautiful and incredible location. Karen was a gracious and impeccable host and her home is just great! Can’t wait to shoot there again!”

3. Snap pics in an LA hidden gem with hillside views

Only three minutes away from DTLA, this outdoor venue has stunning views, relaxing palm trees, and three different decks. It’s perfect for picnics with scenic views of Los Angeles in the background. 

“The venue is actually a hidden gem,” wrote Peerspace reviewer Chase S. “The view, especially at sunset, is gorgeous and the string lights are a key part in the beautiful aesthetic (pictures don’t do justice). My whole party was very impressed with the location and [my] banquet was a huge success.” 

Here are more dreamy outdoor photoshoot ideas near Los Angeles for more beautiful LA settings!

4. Feast at an enchanting outdoor oasis with Spanish courtyard vibes

Looking for picnic photoshoot ideas with a Spanish flair? You’ve got to check out this enchanting outdoor courtyard in Los Angeles, CA. There are plenty of places to set up a picnic spread, with seating under bougainvillea, alongside a fountain, alongside bamboo trees, and more. The host can even set you up with a preferred caterer, so talk to her about your picnic plans and see how she can help! Check out more pics on Peerspace. 

Of all its glowing reviews, we love this sweet one that talks about this beautiful garden and its amazing host: “What an incredible venue! Our experience was magical and healing! Thank you Carin for creating such a beautiful, tranquil, fun, environment. We will most certainly be booking again!”

5. Enjoy your snacks at an upscale glass house surrounded by greenery

Located in Harrisonville, MO, this glass house with beautiful plants has plenty of charm. It’s a handmade wood and glass greenhouse filled with lush plants and petite furnishings. You could set out a picnic spread at the table provided, or spread out a blanket in front of the glass house. With two large tables and horse pasture views, this is a very charming and scenic spot that you’ll love even before the camera starts snapping. There’s a ton of versatility at this picnic photoshoot idea!  

6. Picnic in Manhattan on a rooftop above the city

At this rooftop in NYC, you can take your picnic photoshoot to new heights. The venue boasts some cozy tables with gorgeous views of the city. The host includes seating and the use of a built-in bar with your rental price, which can be great for setting up food or drink. It’s ideal for an urban picnic in the heart of the Big Apple. 

“The rooftop spoke for itself. It was absolutely beautiful,” wrote Peerspace reviewer Raymond R. “The view was amazing. Everything was exactly the way it’s shown in pictures… The staff was very helpful. It was overall a great experience… I definitely recommend [the] rooftop for any occasion.”

7. Fall down the rabbit hole and plan a Victorian tea party picnic

Who says picnics are only for the outdoors? At this unique Victorian-styled room in Sacramento, you can create a picnic with an Alice in Wonderland flair. The room is home to an ornate low table in front of a window, perfect for shots with food utilizing natural light. It’s one of our favorite indoor picnic photoshoot ideas, and you can book it for your next shoot on Peerspace. 

A photographer and filmmaker who booked this sweet space shared the following Peerspace review: “Amazing location and great host! Booked it for a short photo shoot and loved the room and all the little touches in the space that really sell the Wonderland feel. The host provided clear instructions on entering and exiting and was immediately responsive to any questions I had.”

8. Have an indoor picnic at a surreal home

Looking for more indoor picnic photoshoot ideas? This one-of-a-kind home in SeaTac, WA comes with both a surreal dining room and a mouth-watering table spread. It’s also totally stunning on camera. 

“Nayyef’s home is quite possibly the most amazing and luxuriously appointed venue I have ever had the privilege of using,” wrote photographer Chris C. in a Peerspace review. “This house has the most stunningly tasteful yet almost sybaritic décor, each room and space being superlatively designed and harmoniously put together. The host is also very helpful and friendly, and extremely easy to communicate with!”

Here are more creative at-home photoshoot ideas to inspire your next photo sesh!

9. Marvel at colorful artwork while you nibble and pose

At this outdoor patio in Chicago, you can keep the urban picnic vibes going! Not only does the space have plenty of tables and chairs for your picnic spread, but the mural adds a unique charm that’s perfect for the camera. 

“This space is incredible,” wrote student Kalyna P. “The lights in the garden make it so beautiful at night. The host was super easy to communicate with and went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed.”

10. Feed your wild streal while you live it up at a magical waterfront cottage

For our friends based in Sydney, Australia who have a nomad cottagecore streak, check out this magical waterfront cottage escape in Blue Haven. This outdoor venue comprises a cottage and a trio of gypsy caravans on what was once the site of an annual gypsy festival. Lay out your picnic spread on the white metal table with the colorful caravans in the background. This is one of our favorite picnic photoshoot ideas for the wild at heart.

11. Experience an influencer’s picnic at this TikTok content house

If you’re looking for a whole house brimming with amazing style and decor to help you create numerous picnic photoshoot ideas, check out this TikTok content house in Tempe, AZ. It is a three-bedroom single-level home designed for content creation, so expect plenty of photogenic colors, textures, and spaces. We love the sherbet-colored covered outdoor patio for taking your picnic photos, although again, this home provides plenty of amazing options!

“Absolutely fantastic,” shares a Peerspace reviewer. “Great space, beautiful decor and very easy to work with the owner. Incredibly responsive and helpful. Can’t wait to do it again!”

12. Celebrate pastels at a dreamy IRL dollhouse

Want to snap picnic photos that would make Barbie jealous? Check out this pastel dollhouse in Los Angeles, CA. How cute would it be to grab your favorite quilted blanket and set out an adorable picnic spread on the floor? You could even make use of the studio’s adorable props to create a tea-time or sleepover-inspired picnic! 

13. Pick your ideal picnic spot with a green screen studio

Want to picnic on the Great Wall of China? What about the moon or a fantasy castle in a far-off land? You can make it happen with the use of a green screen. Green screen studios like this sound stage in lower Manhattan provide plenty of opportunities for creative picnic photoshoots.

Check out this helpful review from a Peerspace user: “I absolutely love this location, whole floor to yourself at a great price in lower Manhattan. Our host was super helpful with everything, definitely booking again.”

The only limit is your imagination. And no matter where you’re located, you can find plenty of green screens waiting for your creative touch on Peerspace. 

Picnic photoshoot ideas: conclusion

We hope this list has inspired your next creative project! No matter your creative vision, these picnic photoshoot ideas should set you up with an amazing experience. Be sure to head to Peerspace to start scouting the perfect indoor or outdoor photoshoot location near you. Then all you’ll need is a picnic basket and some tasty grub!

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