Los Angeles is an Instagrammer’s paradise. Home to content creators, celebrities, creatives, and Instagram influencers themselves, Los Angeles is like an adult amusement park. Hop from one funky mural to the next, hang out at vibrantly picturesque diners, or even just walk down one of its many iconic streets to all the photo locations in Los Angeles. There’s a photo opportunity almost everywhere you look! Here are the most instagrammable spots in LA, photoshoot locations, and best places to take pictures!
Hollywood Sign
Was it even a trip to LA if you didn’t snap a pic of the Hollywood sign? I think not! While you can see the sign from many parts of Los Angeles, I’ve got my favourite photo spots that I’m dying to share. This hot spot is one of the most popular Instagram spots. Check out the Google Maps links for more details.
If you venture into residential neighbourhoods, please consider best practices and be respectful.
The View from Griffith Park
From the Griffith Observatory parking lot, hop on the Mt. Hollywood Trail, and you’ll be in for some perfect Hollywood Sign photo photoshoot locations. After a bend, you’ll get a gorgeous view of Griffith Park and an even more spectacular view of the Hollywood Sign. This is a great place for a first time visitor to check out.
2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Ariel Views of the Hollywood Sign
If you want an extra adventurous and bird’s eye view of the Hollywood Sign, book a helicopter ride, grab your camera, and get ready for some incredible photos of the Hollywood Sign. I went with Celebrity Helicopters and had the very best time. Capture some AMAZING pics for your Instagram profile with a birds’ eye view.
Hollywood and Highland
The Hollywood & Highland shopping centre beautifully frames the Hollywood Sign for one of the best photo locations in Los Angeles! Throughout the area, you can find beautiful backdrops boasting the Hollywood Sign in the distance.
6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
Murals
Los Angeles knows its audience. Us Instagrammers love murals and LA is painted with them EVERYWHERE. From poppy and abstract shapes to simple and clean designs, LA easily has the best places to take mural photos with all the colorful walls. You are sure to find a favourite photo spot in the City of Angels.
Bleeding Hearts Love Wall
A plain white wall splashed with tons of colorful graffiti hearts creates one of the most picture-perfect photo locations in Los Angeles. It was created by British artist James Goldcrown who has made similar pieces around the world. The mural is located right off Abbot Kinney in Venice, which is bustling with incredible clothing stores.
471 Santa Clara Ave, Venice, CA
So Far So Good Mural
Another one of the best murals in Venice, you can find “So Far So Good” right on Abbot Kinney. The pieces are placed over brick and it looks extremely well done! It’s one side of the clothing store Rag & Bone, and one of the best spots for a cute picture in Venice!
1118 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA
Black and White Stripes Mural
This is the perfect mural in Los Angeles if you are wearing a poppy color or a contrasting pattern. The trippy woven design is so well done, thanks to the artist Love bErto.
209 Broadway Street, Venice, CA
Colorful Polka Dot Wall in Downtown LA
Head to the Arts District for another one of the best photo locations in Los Angeles. It takes a plain wall and makes it pop by adding bright colors and perfectly spaced circles. It’s fun, playful, and a lovely Instagram spot in downtown LA. Head to Little Tokyo afterward for lunch!
605 Imperial Street, Los Angeles, CA
Wave Mural
I love the more neutral colors of this wall! It’s one of the best Instagrammable spots in LA, especially for a fall aesthetic or less colorful feed. Like the striped mural in Venice, this piece was also made my Love bErto.
1011 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
The Pink Wall
All four sides of the Paul Smith clothing store are painted this happy shade of pink. Since the wall is just solid pink, it puts all the attention on you, so wear something you’ll love when you visit this LA photoshoot location. This has become quite the tourist attraction and one of the best Instagram spots for eye-catching pics with the LA vacation vibe.
8221 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
SASKIA Brick Wall
This simple yet gorgeous brick wall gives me all the Rainbow Fish vibes! It’s located in Santa Monica across from beautiful tall palm trees. Head to the side where the entrance to the store Animal Kingdom is, and you’ll have one of the best photoshoot locations in LA! Your social media feed needs a pic here!
302 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Made in LA Mural
This gray and white wall is perfect for showing off your trip to LA! It reads “Made in LA” and can be found in West Hollywood. This is definitely where to take photos on your Los Angeles getaway!
8025 Melrose Avene, Los Angeles, CA
Girls Tour Mural
This is such a fun mural for sassy, cool photos on a girl’s trip to LA! Whether you’re traveling solo or with friends, this is one of the most instagrammable spots in LA. It’s located at the side of Sorella Boutique off Melrose Avenue.
7829 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
More Instagrammable Spots in LA
Here are some of the best landmarks and photo locations in Los Angeles that will make your Instagram POP! Whether you are a self-proclaimed professional photographer or iPhone master, there are so many places to visit in this Instagram guide.
Beverly Hills Sign
Ritzy Beverly Hills is one most iconic and chic neighborhoods of Los Angeles. Grab a photo in front of this famous sign with a fountain resting elegantly just beneath it. It’s divine and makes for one of the most instagrammable spots in LA.
9390 North Santa Monic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Palm Trees
Photoshoot locations in LA call for palm trees! There are so many palm tree-lined streets. Check out North Beverly Drive in Beverly Hills, Sunset Boulevard, and the boardwalk of Venice for some of the best locations. Another spot is South Windsor Blvd where you get tall palm trees, sunny skies, and the grand Hollywood sign in the distance in just one photo. Iconic!
Really, you can’t go wrong capturing some quintessential palm tree photos for the ‘gram while in LA. When looking for palm tree pics, there are many great photo locations in Los Angeles to choose from.
LACMA Lights
This gorgeous light sculpture is a series of white, solar-powered streetlamps designed by artist Chris Burden. From day to night, this urban lights spot is a masterpiece and a perfect backdrop, favoured by both locals and visitors to LA. Your Instagram feed needs a photo here!
5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Jesus Saves Sign
This is another one of the popular and cool photo spots in LA! Go to the adjacent parking lot and sit down for some iconic shots. Alternatively, you can stand and have the photographer shoot at a lower angle. The result is awesome!
929 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Runyan Canyon Park
Runyon Canyon Park is one of the most popular hiking spots in Los Angeles and also a great spot to grab a photo while you are working up a sweat.
2000 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Rodeo Drive
Did you even go to LA if you didn’t do some shopping or window shopping on Rodeo Drive? Make sure you snap a pic to share on your Instagram feed.
Grauman’s Manns Chinese Theatre
Grauman’s Manns Chinese Theatre is a famous movie palace on the historic Hollywood Walk of Fame. You MUST get a photo here for the ‘gram!
6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA
Celebrity Hand and Footprints at the Chinese Theatre Forecourt of the Stars
This is a must-visit spot for movie lovers, and maybe a selfie snap with your favourite stars prints at the Chinese Theatre.
6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA
Beverly Hills Hotel
The Beverly Hills Hotel is one of the most popular photoshoot locations in Los Angeles and it’s obvious why. The beautiful sign, plus clear skies and tall palm trees… it screams Los Angeles!
9641 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Disneyland
Of course I have to mention Disneyland! There are photo opportunities in every direction. Whether it’s Sleeping Beauty’s Castle, the Pixar Pier Skyline, one of its many murals, or an awesome photo of you eating some delicious treats, Disneyland does not disappoint the world of Instagram!
Santa Monica & Venice
Two beachside cities of Los Angeles, these are must-sees on your trip and they make for incredible photo backdrops!
Santa Monica Pier
You can’t miss out on a stroll down Santa Monica Pier. There are photo opportunities everywhere you look! It’s colorful, fun, and you have the Pacific Ocean in view.
You can also walk out onto the beach and get the vibrant pier in the background.
200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA
Promenade Lights
As the sun begins to set in Santa Monica, head to 3rd Street Promenade and get these gorgeous lights streaming across the street in your photos. It’s one of the most instagrammable spots in LA for evening photoshoots!
1351 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA
Venice Sign
Another one of my favourite evening photoshoot locations is in nearby Venice. Let the famous Venice sign help make your Instagram gleam! This is one of the hot spots for ‘gram photos in Southern California or possibly even the United States.
Day or night, it is a great place to Instagram pics!
Across Windward Avenue at Pacific Avenue, Venice, CA
Venice Beach Skate Park
Embrace your coolest self with a fun LA photoshoot at the Venice Skate Park. Whether you skate or not, it’s still one of the best photo spots in Los Angeles and Venice itself. You can see the surrounding landscapes, gorgeous sunsets, and ocean from here.
1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA
Muscle Beach
Have you got some yoga wear or fitness clothes to show off? Head to Muscle Beach in Venice! This one of the more fun photo locations in Los Angeles to have a photoshoot in your fave workout wear.
1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA
Venice Canals
Built in 1905, the Venice canals are one of the dreamiest spots to take photos in LA! I absolutely adore it. Where something flowy and summery to complete the aesthetic. Enjoy wandering around here as there are so many instagrammable spots.
Please keep in mind that you are in a residential area and be respectful.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is made of more than 2,600 terrazzo and brass stars embedded in the sidewalks along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard and three blocks of Vine Street in Hollywood. Grab a foot selfie…or is it a shoefie with your fave stars.
Hollywood Boulevard, Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028, United States
Griffith Observatory
Make your way to the Griffith Observatory for some photos of the amazing view. You may want to Uber since parking can be challenging. Alternately, you can hike and get a healthy glow on before you snap some photos.
2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA
Walt Disney Concert Hall
The Walt Disney Concert Hall is a very unique photo spot in Los Angeles and definitely worth a visit! Walk around the building for different photo opportunities that you won’t want to miss.
111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
Bradbury Building
This historical landmark has an atrium that you need to see! The light pours into the building showing off the period architecture and makes a very good photo spot indeed.
304 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
Stores and Restaurants
Amoeba Music
From both the outside and in, Amoeba Music embodies the LA music scene. Sift through records and let the photoshoot commence.
6200 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
The Last Bookstore
Bookworm or not, The Last Bookstore is one of the most famous bookstores in the world and makes for one of the best places to take photos in LA.
453 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA
Lifeguard Towers
Lifeguard towers on the many beaches are the quintessential LA photo op. They are a great spot to spend sunset and snap some photos.
Lemonade
Grab some colorful treats and enjoy the happy ambiance of Lemonade. It has several locations, but I took these photos on Abbot Kinney. It has pretty pops of yellow and turquoise and beautifully designed walls!
1661 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice, CA
Coffee Shops
There are a multitude of coffee shops, ice cream shops and places to great some good food along with a fun photo. Your Instagram followers will be adding these favorite spots to their bucket list for when they visit.
The Butchers Daughter – locations in LA and NYC, this ones is at 1205 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice
If you’re looking to give your Instagram an aesthetic boost, a trip to Los Angeles is the way to go. From palm trees, incredible murals, and gorgeous backdrops, LA is ones of the most instagrammable places in the world. Let me know if there are other photoshoot locations in the LA area that I should add to this list.
Bella Bucchiotti
Bella Bucchiotti of xoxoBella is a storyteller, food lover, dog mom and adventure seeker living on the Pacific coast. She shares her passion for recipes, dogs, sustainability, adventures, travel and philanthropy, in hopes of encouraging followers to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places and stand for a cause. Bella lives with Type 1 Diabetes and Celiac Disease.
Bella Bucchiotti is a freelance food, travel, and lifestyle writer for MSN and the Associated Press Wire.
I’ve seen many of this photos on your blog and it’s a blast from the past to get to see some of them again. All the photos inspire me to visit LA! You look like you are having so much fun. As always, the photos are excellent and your outfits are amazing.
Wonderful photos, Bella
I always adore your pictures. I love a good mural. I’ve only been to LA once but I did see some of these. I totally need to go back.
Gorgeous photos. I’ve only been to the LA airport, but hoping to visit the city sometime. I LOVE all the murals. They are so much fun!
LA looks like such an amazing place and sounds like there is so many different spots to take images as well when your an instagrammer!
You have THE best photographers ever! Your pictures never fail to amaze me!! I love LA, there’s soo many photo opp spots! In Venice especially!!
Thanks! I love the photography part of blogging. All my photographers are bomb!
These do look like amazing spots! I hope I can make it to LA and take some fabulous photos.
This is a great post – so useful for those looking to take great pics in LA. I wish I lived closer to LA- those backgrounds are gorgeous.
aww thanks! I am 19. 🙂
I always knew Venice was a gorgeous spot to visit. I am so jealous of your travels. Great shots as always!
These are gorgeous photos! You look beautiful with such beautiful backdrop as well!
AHHH! I was hoping you would do this post!!! Thank you for sharing all your spots!!
The Last Bookstore looks awesome! Fun post!
This is so perfect! I love instagram. What an amazing post to do. Looks like such a great time. Now to find the most Instagrammable spots in Toronto for me! 😛
You are beautiful no matter what you wear. I love the jump shot the most.
I want all your outfits! They are so fun! I love LA as much as you do……so many fun things to do.
You found some amazing spots in Los Angeles to take pictures! And your outfits are just to die for!
I’ve been to Cali a lot, but weirdly enough Not LA! I do want to go there soon though, I think it would be fun ; ) thanks for all the photo hot spots to check out when I DO go…
Girllllll this is so cool! I bookmarked this for whenever I get the chance to go to LA!
You have truly amazing pictures. Your poses make everything look fun. I always wondered where the wall of hearts was. Some day maybe I’ll photo tour LA
These are great instagram photos. You look great in all of these photos for sure and these are all great places to visit too. Thanks for sharing this instagram guide.
Oh, those are definitely some good places to take photos!! Definitely saving this for the future!! 🙂
This is so good! I’ve seen that graphic Venice mural a couple of times recently and it’s so neat in photos!
Molly // Miss Molly Moon
Truly, places like LA are an instagrammer’s dream destination! There are so many places to take a good picture. The backgrounds are just awesome!
I wish that we had a ton of cool Instagram photo places. The murals on buildings are a great way to dress up an old building too.
Omg so many cute places! I’m pinning this for future reference.
You know where to hit up Bella. Great post and loving the photos. Hope you all set for #Canada150 🙂
You are always so nicely dressed. Young, pretty, and very well traveled. Thanks for sharing your photos and your LA experience.
So many cute spots! You’re the cutest Bella.
Ugh these photos are seriously amazing! You’re the second post I’ve seen this week from Cali. Now I’m dying to go!
love the dress you’re wearing in the Venice Canals pic- v laura ingalls wilder (in a chic way, obviously lol) x
Good one! Thank you for sharing such an amazing post I found it really very useful and interesting.