Sure, there’s more to life than social media. But who doesn’t love taking a good photo?
Our Instagram profiles may be only surface-level representations of our lives, but it can be fun to show off a picture of a great view with your friends – especially if you’re in it. Here are some of our favorite places, in no particular order, to take a snapshot for the ‘gram. Plus, you’ll get a fun experience from all of the items on this list, so everybody wins.
Wonderspaces
You’ve probably seen at least one of the 13 art installations available on your friends’ Snapchat and Instagram stories before, and for a good reason. Prepare to see VR dinners, a suspended fist, a plethora of black balloons, and much more; there’s plenty of spots at this Scottsdale art enterprise to show off on your profile.
7014 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale. $15 – $24. Arizona.wonderspaces.com.
The Lavatory
This non-traditional art “museum” holds six interactive art exhibits, all with varying levels of mood lighting for the perfect photo. The main attraction: A giant ball pit for frolicking. All 120,000 plastic balls are cleaned every night, so don’t worry about the potential grossness factor.
4700 N 12th Street, Phoenix. (480) 968-7895. $25. Lavatoryphx.com.
South Mountain Park and Preserve
Some of the best sights in the Valley are in our own backyards – namely, Phoenix’s backyard. Get a scenic view of the city from any one of the park’s peaks while squeezing in a cardio workout at the same time. I love taking a nice evening hike on Pima Canyon Trail; the trail is easy, safer, and easy on the eyes.
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Roosevelt Row
Murals are the classic backdrop to any Instagram-worthy snapshot. Almost every building between Central Avenue and 7th Street has a gorgeous artwork plastered on their wall, so there’s bound to be one that fits your aesthetic. My favorite is Brian Boner’s mural featuring a child, a watering can and plenty of birds off 2nd Street.
