The Most Instagrammable Spots in Denver
Picture this: Youâve made it (back) to campus and are ready to show the world that youâre excited for the start of a new school year. Maybe you went shopping over the summer and have some new outfits to show off, or you hit up the salon and are rocking some fresh highlights. This obviously calls for an Instagram post (or story, or reelâor maybe even a full-fledged TikTok).
And the żì»îappâs location in the beautiful, exciting city that is Denver means youâve got a ton of choices when it comes to selecting the spot where youâll shoot your school year debut content.
Donât take our word for it: Check out this list of the five most Instagrammable spots around Denver!
Denver Botanic GardensâYork Street
1007 York Street
If youâre into the outdoors but hit pause when it comes to climbing an actual mountain, making some content at the Denver Botanic Gardens is the perfect solution. On 24 acres in the middle of Denver, youâll find a variety of greenhouses, outdoor and indoor gardens, art and sculptures, and a pond full of lily pads that will make your followers go, âSheâs definitely in her âFolkloreâ era.â
Denver Union Station
1701 Wynkoop Street
If youâre feeling more of those ~city vibes~, look no further than Denverâs downtown, where youâll find the historic and eye-catching Union Station. Perfect for day or night photoshoots, the exterior exudes classic metropolitan charm. Meet up with your summer fling for a beverage at the stationâs Terminal Bar and then, just maybe, soft launch them on Instagram with a cute photo outside (where their face is obscured, obviously).
RiNo Art District
Along the banks of the South Platte River just north of Coors Field
Okay, so maybe your vibe is less big city, less outdoorsy, more⊠modern industrial? Sure, we see you, we know you exist. Head to the RiNo Art District, where youâll find more than just breweries and galleriesâthere are also a ton of social media-worthy murals and outdoor art installations for you to capture and post. Hereâs a tip: Dancing in front of a mural wonât get you a ton of engagement unless youâre actually, like, really good.
Big Blue Bear
Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th Street
Hereâs some żì»îapp trivia you may not know: That statue of a big blue bear in downtown Denver, the one peering into the Colorado Convention Center, was designed by a żì»îapp professorâthe late Lawrence Argent. His whimsical bear statue, dubbed âI See What You Mean,â is a mainstay of public art in Denver and a popular place to snap a photo or two.
City Park
E. 17th Ave. and Colorado Blvd.
City Park is vast and beautiful, offering visitors the chance to experience urban green space alongside a large lake, trails and even a museum and planetarium. The park is also home to one of the most-snapped vistas around Denver: A westward view of the downtown skyline set against the striking Rocky Mountains, the parkâs sparkling lake in the foreground. Grab a friend and a picnic basket and head to the park for a gorgeous Instagram opportunity and some much-needed time outdoors.Ìę