25 Instagrammable Places to Explore in 2025
With travel rebounding with vigor, 2025 is set to be filled with adventure and jaw-dropping photo ops.
The list offers destinations to add to your itinerary whether you’re chasing natural wonders or architectural masterpieces, all sure to help fill your Instagram feed.
So here we are, 25 of the most Instagrammable things to do in 2025 that are going to give you wanderlust and leave your friends and family with editing envy.
1. Cappadocia, Turkey
As a photographer, the otherworldly landscape of Cappadocia is a dream.
There are stunning shots of those iconic hot air balloons that float over surreal rock formations at sunrise.
Discover the history and natural beauty by exploring the ancient cave dwellings and underground cities.
2. Hallstatt, Austria
This coastal lakeside village in Austria is as picturesque as they come, and looks like something straight out of a fairy tale.
The quaint alpine houses reflected on the crystal clear lake provide perfect symmetry for your photos.
Come in winter for those snow-dusted rooftops (the quaint white stuff!) or in summer when greenery abounds around the town.
3. Banff National Park, Canada
Banff is known for its turquoise lakes, craggy mountains and beautiful hiking trails.
Both Moraine Lake and Lake Louise are incredible with their stunning crystal clear waters and the surrounding mountain views.
Escape the city jungle for a bit of jungle canoeing on its placid lakes or treks to incredible vistas.
4. Chefchaouen, Morocco
Nicknamed the Blue Pearl, Chefchaouen is a labyrinth of cobalt bluewashed streets.
Every bend provides a vibrant composition, colorful doors, decorative pots, intricately drawn tiles.
You only get to experience the life dreamlike tones make for your travel shots.
5. Santorini, Greece
The famous whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches of Santorini are among the world’s most-photographed islands.
Take in the iconic golden sunset views from Oia, as the light bathes the landscape in a painting-like glow.
Not to mention the picturesque stairwells and flower-bedecked terraces for romantic and timeless pictures.
6. Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto has traditional beauty—exquisite) and natural beauty.
The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove provides a tranquil, verdant curtain for ethereal photos.
In spring, the Philosopher’s Path transforms into a pink wonderland at cherry blossom time, making for a magical backdrop for your photos.
7. Petra, Jordan
Carved into rose-red cliffs, this ancient city is a sight to behold.
The Treasury is a complex and beguiling building that’s well worth taking the time to capture, especially during the golden hours.
For a different angle, hike to the Monastery, which offers sweeping views from above.
8. Amalfi Coast, Italy
The Amalfi Coast is all about charm, romance, and color.
Pastel-hued villages, set on cliff tops above the Mediterranean, offer stunning vistas.
Shoot the storied streets of Positano or the coastal views, framed by lemon trees, for a full Italian feel.
9. Reykjavik, Iceland
Iceland’s capital serves as a portal to natural wonders like glaciers, geysers and waterfalls.
The Harpa Concert Hall, which features a geometric glass façade, provides a modern architectural counterpoint to the surrounding nature.
Head out to discover the Northern Lights, one of the most enchanting sights on our planet.
10. Maldives
Paradise found, the Maldives is full of over-water bungalows, white sand beaches and blue lagoons.
Aerial footage highlights the atolls’ stunning colors, while underwater images depict colorful marine animals.
Sunset cruises and private dinners on the beach are both Instagrammable moments.
11. Bora Bora, French Polynesia
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Aerial shots highlight the island’s volcanic peaks in glorious contrast to the turquoise seas surrounding it.
For a different vantage point, snorkel alongside coral reefs full of colorful marine life.
12. Dubrovnik, Croatia
A striking scene of Dubrovnik’s Stari Grad district, with its medieval walls and terracotta-roofed buildings offset by the deep blue waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Stroll along the city walls for sweeping views or take pictures in the delightful old town, where there is a story to be found around every corner.
On sunset golden glow sprinkle extra magic.
13. Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
The world’s largest salt flat creates a mirror in the rainy season, producing surreal and infinite reflections.
Whether it’s a picture of you walking on clouds or a mysteriously symmetrical sky, Salar de Uyuni provides endless avenues for creative shots.
You’ll want to spend some time chasing the starry night skies here, too.
14. Angkor Wat, Cambodia
The iconic temple complex is both a historical gem and a photographer’s dream.
The detailed carvings, soaring spires, and jungle backdrop are enchanting at all times of day.
One of the most magical experiences at Angkor Wat is at sunrise, when the temple looms silhouetted against the fire-lit skies.
15. Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
Where emerald lakes and cascading waterfalls form a land of natural wonder.
Wooden walkways wind through the verdant landscape, providing endless chances to take photos of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
A different and stitched up perspective at every corner.
16. Bali, Indonesia
Bali has a combination of lush greenery and cultural sights, with plenty of luxury resorts.
Tegallalang Rice Terraces need a picture, for the complex patterns and emerald colours.
And be sure to get a surreal and serene shot of the iconic Gates of Heaven at Lempuyang Temple.
17. Santuario de Las Lajas, Colombia
This glorious neo-Gothic basilica straddles a canyon, so it looks like something out of a quality fantasy book.
Surrounded by waterfalls and verdant foliage, the church’s detailed design brings a stunning contrast.
Shoot from varying angles to capture its architectural magnificence.
18. Great Ocean Road, Australia
The Great Ocean Road is a photographer’s playground, with jagged cliffs, surf-washed beaches and the famed Twelve Apostles rock formations.
Watch a drone shot of the coastline capture its dramatic beauty, then zoom-ins of the idling waves adding dynamic energy to your feed.
19. Cinque Terre, Italy
Cinque Terre’s colorful cliffside villages that cling to the Ligurian Sea are postcard-perfect.
The five villages provide disparate photographic scenes, from the harbor vistas of Riomaggiore to Manarola’s hilly vineyards.
The vibrant charm they bring to the world shines brightest at golden hour.
20. Zanzibar, Tanzania
Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches, glimmering coral reefs and historic Stone Town combine natural beauty and cultural richness.
The views of the setting sun over the Indian Ocean are unrivaled, and the spice farms offer brightly hued, fragrant backgrounds for your pictures.
21. Giza Pyramids, Egypt
It instantly translates into photographs so standing before the ancient pyramids is a one-off experience.
Two contrasting giants: the cost of the towers and the promise of resources and growth, where they rise out of the desert. Throw in a camel ride in the frame for an iconic picture.
22. Seychelles
The tropical paradise is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, including Anse Lazio and Anse Source d’Argent.
The granite boulders, white sand and turquoise waters make pictures that seem too good to be true.
Discover the islands for secret coves and pristine nature.
23. Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam
With its emerald waters and soaring limestone karsts, Hạ Long Bay is a bucket-list destination for nature lovers and photographers alike.
The only way to appreciate this UNESCO World Heritage Site is to sail it, meandering through the bay and visiting remote islands.
And don’t miss hiking into hidden caves or kayaking around the formations, for a more personal, touch-you-at-the-crystal level connection to this natural beauty.
24. Palawan, Philippines
The Philippines’ final frontier, Palawan, is a paradise of pristine beaches, turquoise waters and striking limestone cliffs.
El Nido and Coron are especially renowned for their breathtaking lagoons and abundant marine life.
The tour of these islands is worth getting, the glimpses and photos that you capture are a part of the tropical beauty.
25. Faroe Islands, Denmark
An unspoiled Eden of rugged cliffs, plunging waterfalls and tranquil villages, the Faroe Islands feel like a world apart.
The natural beauty here is unlike anywhere else on Earth, from foggy fjords to lush green pastures populated sheep.
Visit Mulafossur Waterfall, hike to Kallur Lighthouse, and enjoy the serene, remote aura that makes this place you special.
