The 10 best Instagram spots in Venice / Santa Monica
To the west of Los Angeles are the towns of Venice and Santa Monica. Both are known for picturesque stretches of beach, buildings worth seeing and imposing landmarks.
We have summarized the 10 most popular Instagram spots for you below:
1. Venice Canals
One of the most popular photo motifs of the city are the Venice Canals. Along the canals you can take walks. The buildings and houses on the banks of the canal are particularly fascinating.
2. Santa Monica Pier
The Santa Monica Pier is the landmark of the city of the same name and therefore a popular photo motif. The pier begins at Colorado Avenue and leads to the Santa Monica State Beach in the Atlantic Ocean. At the same time, the pier is the end point of the world-famous Route 66.
Tip: On the pier you will also find the Pacific Park Amusement Park, which is visited by four million people annually. From the Ferris wheel you have a phenomenal view of the Santa Monica coast.
Tip: On the pier you will also find the Pacific Park Amusement Park, which is visited by four million people annually. From the Ferris wheel you have a phenomenal view of the Santa Monica coast.
3. Santa Monica Beach
The Santa Monica Beach is the city beach of Santa Monica. The stretch of beach is over five kilometers long and is therefore ideal for beach walks.
4. Mosaic Tile House
Mosaic Tile House is an impressive art gallery. Two artists built several buildings from mosaics creating a unique photo motif.
Info: For 20 dollars you can join a tour and visit the rooms, which are built entirely of mosaics. You will also get more information about the history and construction during the tour.
Info: For 20 dollars you can join a tour and visit the rooms, which are built entirely of mosaics. You will also get more information about the history and construction during the tour.
5. Venice Sign
Thanks to social media, the colorful “Venice Sign” has become a popular photo spot in recent years. The city sign has been hanging outside the city gates since the beginning of the 20th century.
6. Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Abbot Kinney Boulevard in the south of the city is a kilometer-long street with numerous stores, restaurants and cafés. Large palm trees are planted parallel to the street, which is often called the “coolest street in the USA”.
7. Venice Pride Lifeguard Tower
On the beach of Venice you will find the Venice Pride Lifeguard Tower. The rainbow-colored lifeguard tower was built only a few years ago and has been a popular photo motif ever since.
8. The Piece Collective
The store “The Piece Collective” is a popular photo motif near the beach. Among other things, you can find clothing, jewelry and accessories.
9. Venice Basketball Courts
Right next to the beach you’ll find the famous Venice Basketball Courts. Since the 90s, amateur athletes have been using the court to shoot baskets.
Tip: Especially during sunset, the Venice Basketball Courts are a popular photo motif. The palm trees surrounding the basketball court and the setting sun in the background make the court a popular Instagram spot during golden hour.
Tip: Especially during sunset, the Venice Basketball Courts are a popular photo motif. The palm trees surrounding the basketball court and the setting sun in the background make the court a popular Instagram spot during golden hour.
10. Venice Beach
The miles of sandy beach and the ocean as a backdrop make Venice Beach a popular Instagram spot.
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