Planning my first trip to Photo Gallery in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from Canada and have experience in a few different countries but this would be my first time in Photo Gallery.
Thanks for any help!
Photo Gallery — how much to budget per day
Started by FKKNovice · 15 Mar 2026 · 2315 views
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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17 Mar 2026 at 00:34
Agreed on all points. Make sure to bring small bills.
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17 Mar 2026 at 04:14
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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17 Mar 2026 at 18:36
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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18 Mar 2026 at 02:04
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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18 Mar 2026 at 07:15
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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18 Mar 2026 at 20:21
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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19 Mar 2026 at 06:02
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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19 Mar 2026 at 10:24
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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19 Mar 2026 at 22:53
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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20 Mar 2026 at 06:50
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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20 Mar 2026 at 11:51
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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20 Mar 2026 at 16:55
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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