Neighborhood Stoops.

One of the best (and most accessible) NYC Christmas picture spots is likely right under your nose! New Yorkers take decorating for the holidays very seriously, and we just so happen to reap the benefits. Charming neighborhoods full of decorated stoops make the dreamiest backdrop for a photo.

Stroll the neighborhoods in your coziest outfit (with a hot chocolate in hand, of course) and snap some pictures for Instagram. All while dreaming about one day owning a brownstone as pretty as the one you’re taking the photo in front of.

My favorite neighborhoods for Christmas decor are the Upper East Side and the West Village.

Ahh New York! The dreamiest city full of ambition and daydreamers. Some of the most Instagrammable places in NYC are quite literally right under your nose and a stone’s throw away. Stroll down the streets of your favorite neighborhoods and within seconds you’ll find stunning brownstones that are laced with intricate details and the perfect setup for a photo.

If at all helpful, here is a short list of our favorite neighborhoods for photos:

• West Village
• Upper West Side
• Upper East Side
• DUMBO
• Williamsburg

PS: Be considerate if you’re taking a photo in front of a stoop. Most folks don’t mind if you’re quick and quiet, but at the end of the day these brownstones are peoples homes and you don’t want to be a burden.