We’ve got your top spots in Chicago for snapping the best Insta photos known to man! Get photo-ready for these amazing locations!
Cloud Gate (The Bean)- One of the most popular places in Chicago for photography and film. Be sure to arrive early to get your pics without gobs of strangers (and their photographers) in your shot.
Chicago Theatre– Does anything say, “iconic” like the Chicago Theatre sign? I don’t think so. Grab your perfect picture of this piece of Chicago history before hitting your next insta-pic destination.
Buckingham Fountain– Pretend you’re a royal, pretend you’re a mermaid (or merman), be whatever you want to be in front of this dazzling fountain where all things are possible—including the most perfect photo ever.
Michigan Avenue Bridge Viewpoint (DuSable Bridge)- You’ve probably seen this bridge in tons of movies. You can put on your most spectacular performance in your picture on this famous bridge spot.
Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo– If you can manage to get here and claim your spot before other engagement shoots, family shoots, or maternity shoots then you’re lucky! This is a hot spot for photo shoots and it’s easy to see why. The water, the bridges, the nature—all there to make you sparkle in your photos!
LaSalle Flower shop– Looking for that touch of romance and beauty? LaSalle Flower shop, founded in 1936, will have you looking like the heroine in a Jane Austen novel.
Beatnik– Need colorful? Need exotic? Then Beatnik has what your social media needs. Get ready for a whole lot of color and even more fun and tasty food!
Hampton Social– “Rosé all day” shirt not enough? Come here and take a pic in front of the beachy restaurant’s neon lights sign instead!
Sky Deck– Nothing says Chicago quite like the Sky Deck. Come take your most daring photos ever on this famous glass spot. Not for the faint of heart!
Garfield Park Conservatory– Come experience beautiful plant life of all kinds in this glass conservatory. A great spot for a photo shoot and to escape the cold of Chicago winters! Just be mindful, the conservatory is located in a less-picturesque part of town.
Maison Marcel– A lovely coffee shop with warm pastries, and bohemian-tropical vibes. Enjoy a cup of Joe and snap that pic while you’re at it.
North Avenue Beach– If a gorgeous view of the Chicago Skyline is what you’re after then look no further! Get the city sites in your feed here!
John Hancock Observatory-Check out the city of Chicago from the 95th floor of this 1,128-foot skyscraper.
Promontory Park– Want to see the beauty that a landfill can create? Go check out Promontory Point, which is a man-made peninsular that juts into Lake Michigan. Have fun getting in touch with those island vibes in the pics you take here.
Navy Pier– has it all to make your photos sing: a Ferris wheel, lights, the water, cool treats. Show your fun side at this beautiful Chicago destination.