10 of the Most Instagrammable Places in Atlanta

May 7

Atlanta is such a historic and scenic city that it’s difficult to create a shortlist of photogenic spots, and it can be easy to take for granted. If you are an ATLien or visiting the city for a quick trip, and looking to take great photos and remember your visit then you need to check out these hot spots in Atlanta.

1. SkyView Ferris Wheel / Centennial Olympic Park

Centennial Olympic Park is a unique 21-acre park in the heart of downtown Atlanta. This entire area is walkable and safe, filled with world-class attractions, hotels, dining, and entertainment options. One of the local favorites is the SkyView Ferris Wheel. This is a beautiful and unique way to enjoy the amazing view of the Chinese Lantern Festival from 200 feet up. Talk about an amazing photo opportunity!

2. Old Fourth Ward

This is one of my personal favorites! The Old Fourth Ward is a neighborhood on the east side of Atlanta. The park itself has a skate park, a beautifully landscaped pond with a surrounding boardwalk, and a surprisingly broad variety of landscaped nooks to take pictures in. From a zen garden to a playground to a layered landscape of large steps, this is an amazing location to take pictures and if nothing else, have a wonderful day with friends, family, pets, or just by yourself!

3. Oakland Cemetery

The Historic Oakland Cemetery is an 48-acre park and historic site about a mile from downtown Atlanta that contains the city's oldest burial grounds. Among the 70,000 interred at Oakland are the unmarked graves of paupers, Civil War soldiers, a Jewish section, an African-American section, 27 former Atlanta mayors, six former governors, and prominent Atlantans, including "Gone With The Wind" author Margaret Mitchell Marsh and golf great Bobby Jones.

Oakland Cemetery is a great location to visit for a walk, sit and do some quiet reflection or get photos.

4. Jackson Bridge

This is the perfect location to view the Atlanta skyline, without any visual obstructions. Take a picture of the skyline, or adjust your exposure to capture some cool images of the lights and moving traffic. Trust us, you won’t be disappointed with this view.

5. Piedmont Park

Located in the heart of Atlanta, Piedmont Park has everything from wide-open green spaces and trees to trails and paths winding through it. With a constantly changing stream of events, the park is an essential part of the Atlanta community. With a pool, park tours, fitness programs, and seasonal Green Market, there is enough happening whether you are with friends, family, or by yourself looking for any kind of photo opp.

6. Krog Street Tunnel

Most tunnels in a city have their fair share of graffiti, but Atlanta’s Krog Street Tunnel stands apart from the rest—there’s barely an inch of unpainted space in it. The murals and artwork painted in it are constantly changing, and it’s an amazing place to take pictures for either personal or professional reasons.

TIP: Krog Street Tunnel art is always changing, so you can see something different every time you go.

8. Little Five Points

The name Little Five Points is a reference to Five Points, which is the center of downtown Atlanta. “Little” Five Points is a reference to the intersection at the center of the neighborhood. This part of Atlanta is filled with amazing local food, music venues, and artsy shops and people. The diversity and constant foot traffic would be fun for anyone visiting, dabbling in street photography, or just someone looking for a diverse/artful backdrop.

9. Inman Park

This neighborhood in East Atlanta is its first planned suburb. As one of the nation’s first garden suburbs, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With more than 13 restaurants and pubs, it is home to Atlanta’s most spirited and eclectic neighborhood festival! Take a walk, eat at a local restaurant, and make sure to bring your camera.

A photo taken of me during Christmas in Atlanta’s Botanical Garden Holiday Special

10. Atlanta’s Botanical Garden

This 30 acre garden is next to Piedmont Park, located in Midtown, Atlanta. If you are looking for a more natural beauty in the center of Atlanta, then you have to make sure to visit this location. 

The gardens have so much to see and take pictures of; an orchid house, a canopy walk, and a number of smaller themed gardens gives you the opportunity to take pictures of everything from flowers and formal gardens to urban forests, this is a wonderful place to visit.

11. Atlanta Beltline(Obvious bonus)

One of the more recently developed, essential components of the Atlanta community. Anyone can use the beltline whether it be on foot, on a bike, on a skateboard, or on rollerblades. Other parts of the beltline are less developed and more fit for hiking. Either way, this is an adventurous way to see all different parts of Atlanta.

Disclaimer

This post does not advocate for or encourage trespassing or any other illegal activities. All parking decks featured here were accessed legally, including paying for access if we entered the deck with a car. Always leave an area if asked by security. Please don’t trespass “for the likes.” Be respectful. Follow the law.

Andrew Clark