Top 12 Best Las Vegas Instagram Spots for Epic Photos

Are you looking for the best Las Vegas Instagram spots and tips for how to create the best content while you’re in Vegas? You are in the right place!

The US is filled with incredible places for photographers and content creators. And where else could possibly be as much fun to explore with your camera in hand as the neon-studded streets of Sin City?

But before you turn up in this huge city, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with where all the major spots are located so that you can coordinate and maximize your time.

Read on for my guide to the most Instagrammable places in Las Vegas including where each spot is located, the best time of day to visit, and whether there are any costs involved.

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Best Las Vegas Instagram Spots

1. Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign

The first on my list is one that everyone knows about but it is such a must-see!

Erected in 1959, the roadside “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign has been welcoming tourists, casino-goers, and casino regulars for over sixty years and has never lost its appeal; now it’s one of the leading Instagrammable places in Las Vegas.

As there are always queues to have photos taken with the famous sign, you can always choose to experiment with different angles from the side rather than wait in line. Actually, I ended up loving my photo from the side a lot more than the usual angle!

Take a closer look at the circles along the top of the neon sign while you queue: they represent silver dollars in reference to Nevada’s nickname as the Silver State. Snapping a selfie in front of the Vegas sign is definitely one of the most fun things to do in Vegas besides gambling!

I recommend going early in the morning to avoid the long queues. Also, taking pictures here is entirely free but there will be people there offering to take a photo of you (or with you) – they usually ask for a tip at the end.

Location on Google Maps: Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign

2. The Venetian Las Vegas

Besides being one of the best places to stay in town, The Venetian Hotel is also one of the top photo spots in Las Vegas and is bursting at the seams with wonderful photo spots that will delight romantics, families, and beyond!

For starters, you can take pictures near the Gondola Rides at the Venetian which is where you will find the replicas of Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Campanile, and the Doge’s Palace.

My other suggestion is the beautiful lobby of the hotel which features marble columns and frescoes. If you’ve already visited the Instagram spots in Venice then you’ll be amazed at how similar the replicas are.

The area around The Venetian is a great place to grab some authentic Italian food if you get peckish while out shooting. And if you’re planning to stay at the hotel, make sure to read my review of The Venetian Las Vegas first. Hint: It’s a phenomenal experience!

Location on Google Maps: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

3. Trevi Fountain

Moving out of Venice and heading to its southerly neighbor, Rome, the Las Vegas Trevi Fountain is a replica of the world’s most famous fountain. 

It’s located next to The Forum Shops at Caesar’s Palace which is one of the best destinations if you want to do some shopping in Las Vegas.

While the fountain is a fraction smaller than its counterpart in Rome, the replica is faithful to the original design and evokes the spirit of the Eternal City.

Despite being one of the best Instagram spots in Las Vegas, the Trevi Fountain is usually relatively quiet so you can capture some shots from all angles without having to wait for long.

And if the replica of the Trevi fountain revoked your wanderlust for visiting Rome, make sure to check out the most Instagrammable places in Rome as well!

Location on Google Maps: Trevi Fountain

4. Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

The centerpiece of the entrance to one of the most well-known hotels and casinos, the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is a floral wonderland that changes every season and features special displays to commemorate the holidays.

Depending on the time of year you visit, you can expect a backdrop of summer blooms, pumpkins, or Christmas elves. This is one of the photo spots in Las Vegas where having a wide-angle lens is very much needed.

Try to go early in the morning otherwise, it’s extremely crowded, and hard to get good photos. The entry is free!

Location on Google Maps: Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

5. Eiffel Tower

Continuing the theme of bringing European landmarks to Nevada, the Eiffel Tower is a half-scale replica that rises above the Las Vegas Strip and offers some of the best views of the city.

The Eiffel Tower is not only one of the most Instagrammable places in Paris but apparently one of the best photo spots in Vegas as well!

Shooting from the outside is free but for a different angle, you can take the elevator up to the viewing platform. Tickets usually start from $28.5 and you can book them here. There’s also a restaurant at the top if you’re after a fancy meal with a view!

The best angles to shoot the tower from the ground are from across the road, from the side in front of the Arc de Triomphe, or from behind the Bellagio Fountain.

A free light show takes place every evening between sunset and midnight at 30-minute intervals which means that you might want to plan to visit one of the most Instagrammable places in Las Vegas twice.

Location on Google Maps: Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas

6. Arc de Triomphe

Seeing as you get the best views of the Eiffel Tower from its neighbor, you might as well get some shots in with the Arc de Triomphe too! Again, the replica syndicates the original archway but is slightly smaller in size.

The Arc de Triomphe is located right next to the Eiffel Tower so you can tackle these two Las Vegas Instagram spots together and continue your Parisian theme.

An important note to say is that the road in front of the Arc de Triomphe is a driveway through to the Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino and can be rather busy. You need to be extra careful and pay attention to passing cars while posing with the landmark.

Location on Google Maps: Arc de Triomphe – Las Vegas

7. New York New York

Packed with replicas of the Big Apple, the area around the New York New York Hotel and Casino is a must for fans of the East Coast city.

Here you can find replicas of the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, the famous skyline alongside a roller coaster, and lots of New Yorker-style places to eat and drink.

There are lots of Las Vegas photo spots here to choose between but one of my recommendations has to be the New York New York sign which you’ll see as you approach from the pedestrian bridge that rises over Tropicana Avenue.

Another great angle is if you cross the pedestrian bridge to Excalibur and go down to the ground level, next to the highway. From this perspective, you can have the Statue of Liberty, the New York New York sign, and the Empire State Building all together.

Location on Google Maps: New York-New York Hotel & Casino

8. Excalibur Hotel & Casino

The Medieval-themed Excalibur Hotel & Casino brings the myths and legends of Camelot, King Arthur, Guinevere, and Merlin to life with all the pomp and pizzazz of Vegas!

Comprising a startling white-moated castle topped with blue, red, and golden turrets, the Excalibur comes in highly as one of the best places to take pictures in Las Vegas. Plus, it’s totally wacky and offers endless scope for creativity and fun!

The most exciting views to shoot at are from in front of the Excalibur North Tram Station so that you can get the whole fortress in the frame.

Location on Google Maps: Excalibur Hotel & Casino

9. Luxor Hotel & Casino

Another of the awesome themed hotels, The Luxor Hotel & Casino whisks you out of the Nevada desert and into the realm of Ancient Egypt, with colossal sphinx sculptures and a resort shaped like a giant pyramid!

Take a wander through the grounds but if you want to cut to the chase then the best place to shoot from to get the full panorama of the hotel is in front of the huge painted Sphinx that marks the entrance to the resort.

Taking your pictures from here gives you a view of the pyramid and various interpretations of Egyptian art and sculpture. Another epic location at one of the quirkiest Las Vegas Instagram spots is the smaller Sphinx at the foot of the obelisk. 

Location on Google Maps: Luxor Hotel & Casino

10. Seven Magic Mountains

The Seven Magic Mountains is an outdoor art installation by the Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone comprising seven stacks of painted boulders each one painted a vibrant hue ranging from luminescent yellow to jet black. Each mountain is around 30 feet (9.1 meters) in height.

The location was selected as it is physically – and symbolically – sandwiched between the natural backdrop of the desert and mountains and the man-made cities of Las Vegas and Los Angeles.

Even though you need to factor in a drive to get there, the Seven Magic Mountains are one of the coolest Las Vegas Instagram spots and absolutely worth carving time into your schedule to see.

Alternatively, if you don’t have your own car you can book a tour to visit both the Seven Magic Mountains and the Las Vegas Sign in one session. It’s also a great option if you’re traveling solo as the guides are famed for taking the best photos!

Location on Google Maps: Seven Magic Mountains

11. Mrs Coco

After all the walking and driving between these sites, you’re probably going to have worked up quite the appetite! That’s why the next of the Las Vegas photo spots on my list is the most Instagrammable cafe in the whole of Nevada!

Mrs Coco flung their exceptionally elegant pink doors open in 2020, with a concept inspired by Instagram itself. Everything – from the iced coffees to the afternoon tea to the charcuterie boards – is exquisitely presented to inspire you to take tonnes of photos.

And even better: every single item on the menu tastes as good as it looks, if not better. 

In addition to the photogenic food and floral-themed dining room, the garden and terrace feature props such as a bicycle and wheelbarrow which you can have a lot of fun posing with.

Mrs Coco is a completely different kettle of fish from all the other cafes and restaurants in town and is utterly worth the drive out of downtown. Remember to order some of their delicious food and drink if you intend to visit this cute little cafe. 

As one of the most popular Instagrammable places in Las Vegas to eat, Mrs Coco gets extremely busy. It is best to book a table in advance especially if you visit at weekends or over a public holiday to avoid making a wasted trip. You can check them out on Instagram and via their website then give them a call to reserve your table. 

Location on Google Maps: Mrs Coco

12. Valley of Fire State Park 

As the Valley of Fire State Park is situated out of the city limits, it isn’t technically one of the best Instagram spots in Las Vegas but it does make for one of the best day trips in Las Vegas with some phenomenal photo opportunities!

If you’re spending more than 1-2 days in the city, it’s definitely worth adding it to your Las Vegas itinerary.

This huge state park is characterized by its red “Aztec” sandstone rocks and boulders which have formed over the past 150 million years due to natural erosion and the movement of the sand dunes. It was named for how rays of sunlight dance off the rocks and look as though they are on fire.

All the best places to take photos are dotted along Mouse’s Tank Road (also known as White Domes Road) and most are accessible via a brief walk or a short and easy hike.

One of the most photogenic spots is the Fire Wave, but there are many more formations to make this warrant a full day out.

To prepare yourself to fully make the most out of visiting the state park, you can read my guides to the best Valley of Fire photography spots, the best things to do in Valley of Fire, and the best Valley of Fire hikes first. 

Location on Google Maps: Valley of Fire State Park

Most Instagrammable Places in Las Vegas on the Map

I created a custom map for you that contains all the best Las Vegas Instagram spots with their exact location.

How to use this map: This map is fully interactive, so you can move around, zoom in/zoom out, and click on the icons. If you want to see a larger map, click on the bracket in the upper right corner. To see more details and the different layers, click on the tab in the upper left corner. If you want to save it for later, click on the star icon next to the name of the map. Then simply open Google Maps either on your desktop or phone, go to ‘Saved’/’Maps’, and open the map whenever you need it.

Tips for Visiting the Las Vegas Photo Spots

• Plan your route: Most Vegas Instagram spots are along the 4.2-mile (6.8 km) Las Vegas Strip. Decide your route in advance to make navigating easier. Walking the Strip is possible but time-consuming, so plan accordingly.
• Use the Deuce bus: This 24-hour bus service runs the length of the Strip. Tickets are affordable, and most of the photo spots have a bus stop nearby. Check the route map online for convenience.
• Parking tips: Parking on the Strip is expensive and limited. If not using the Deuce, park for the day and walk or use Uber/Lyft for longer distances. Remember that rideshare pick-up/drop-off areas are designated, so check locations beforehand because you might need to walk quite a bit to get there.
• Explore hotels: Many of the best photo spots are inside iconic hotels. You don’t need to be a guest to explore the public areas of these resorts so feel free to drop by!
• Pack a wide-angle lens: Most of the buildings are huge in Vegas so if you want to fit everything in your photos, a wide-angle lens will be your best friend.