{"version":"2.6","id":"free-pass-tripod-usage","question":"Am I allowed to use a camera tripod for photos in front of Charging Bull without a permit?","answer":"Small personal tripods are allowed, but large professional setups require a city permit.","answer_detail":"Visitors are permitted to use small, personal camera tripods for photography in front of Charging Bull without any additional permits or fees. However, large professional photography setups that may obstruct pedestrian traffic on the sidewalk require an official city permit. The Free Priority Photo Pass / Visitor Reservation system is available for those who wish to reserve a spot, with weekday wait times averaging around 10 minutes and weekend wait times averaging around 25 minutes. Reservations are free of charge ($0) and can be made in advance to coordinate arrival slots, though actual wait times may vary depending on sidewalk congestion.","related_ids":[],"intent_tags":["free-pass","reservation","policies-and-rules"],"last_verified":"2026-06-21","authority":"https://chargingbullnewyork.com","url":"https://chargingbullnewyork.com/en/knowledge/free-pass-tripod-usage","markdown_url":"https://chargingbullnewyork.com/api/knowledge/free-pass-tripod-usage?format=md&lang=en"}