The Most-Instagrammed Locations in All 50 States
It’s basically a rule that when you travel somewhere, you have to post multiple pictures on Instagram. Pics or it didn’t happen, right? Naturally, there are bound to be some locations that get more Insta-love than others. When visiting Paris, for example, you’d probably expect to find more people taking selfies at the Eiffel Tower than outside their hotel.
USA Today recently released the most Instagrammed places in the world. It should come as no surprise that some of the most ‘grammed locations across the entire globe are Disney World, The Louvre, and Times Square. But each state in the U.S. also has its most ‘grammed places. Click through to see where the most popular locations to snap a selfie are, all across the United States.
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2/53Alabama: The University of Alabama
With its beautiful campus, the University of Alabama comes in at number one.
The Runners-Up:
Auburn University
Gulf Shores, Al. Beaches
Jordan–Hare Stadium
Bryant–Denny Stadium
3/53Alaska: Denali National Park and Preserve
This national park is filled with gorgeous landscapes and fascinating animals, making it the perfect spot for a selfie.
The Runners-Up:
Mendenhall Glacier
Port of Juneau
Alyeska Resort
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
4/53Arizona: The Grand Canyon
This one’s certainly a no-brainer. With its breathtaking views, the Grand Canyon is an obvious spot for photographs.
The Runners-Up:
Hoover Dam
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
University of Phoenix Stadium
Horseshoe Bend
5/53Arkansas: University of Arkansas
The buildings on campus at University of Arkansas are begging to be ‘grammed.
The Runners-Up:
Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium
University of Central Arkansas
Table Rock Lake
Devil's Den State Park
6/53California: Disneyland
Obviously it’s impossible to pay a visit to Cinderella’s castle without stopping for a selfie.
The Runners-Up:
Santa Monica Pier
Universal Studios Hollywood
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Hollywood Walk of Fame
7/53Colorado: Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
The Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre is a gorgeous spot for nature-lovers AND for music lovers.
The Runners-Up:
Denver International Airport
Rocky Mountain National Park
Coors Field
Pepsi Center
8/53Connecticut: Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun is THE place to be for nightlife in Connecticut. Many famous musicians and comedians stop there for performances while on tour.
The Runners-Up:
Foxwoods Resort Casino
Yale University
XFINITY Theatre
UConn
9/53Delaware: University of Delaware
The campus for one of Delaware’s biggest schools came in on top as the most ‘grammed places.
The Runners-Up:
Rehoboth Beach
Bethany Beach
Delaware State University
Cape Henlopen State Park
10/53Florida: Disney’s Magic Kingdom
Just as Disneyland was California’s most Instagrammed location, Disney World in Florida comes on top. Photos of princesses and castles are a must.
The Runners-Up:
South Beach
Epcot
Universal Studios Florida
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
11/53Georgia: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Atlanta’s airport is one of the biggest travel hubs in the country, so it makes sense that passengers all over the world would stop for a selfie or two while passing through.
The Runners-Up:
Georgia Aquarium
Buckhead Atlanta
Philips Arena
Piedmont Park
12/53Hawaii: Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
With its completely photogenic lagoon, it’s easy to see why this resort is Hawaii’s number one Insta-spot.
The Runners-Up:
Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, Hawaii
Lanikai Beach, Kailua
Honolulu International Airport
Aulani Disney Resort at Ko'Olina Hawaii
13/53Idaho: BYU-Idaho
College students on the BYU-Idaho campus are ALL about those Instagram filters.
The Runners-Up:
Boise State University
Bear Lake
Lake Coeur d'Alene
Silverwood Theme Park
14/53Illinois: Wrigley Field
Wrigley Field, A.K.A. home of the 2016 World Series Champs, the Chicago Cubs, is this state’s number one spot for pics.
The Runners-Up:
Millennium Park
Navy Pier
United Center
Soldier Field
15/53Indiana: Indiana University
Indiana University’s picturesque campus is the perfect spot for scenic photos and endless selfies.
The Runners-Up:
Klipsch Music Center
Purdue University
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Bankers Life Fieldhouse
16/53Iowa: Iowa State University
Not only is Iowa State University’s campus a perfect spot for posing with your bestie, it’s also a hotspot for lots of athletic events.
The Runners-Up:
Wells Fargo Arena
Kinnick Stadium
University of Northern Iowa
University of Iowa
17/53Kansas: The University of Kansas
Basketball at the University of Kansas is a must-’gram event.
The Runners-Up:
Kansas State University
Children's Mercy Park
Allen Fieldhouse
Kansas Speedway
18/53Kentucky: University of Kentucky
The University of Kentucky geo-tag is filled with lots of happy college students – and plenty of sports.
The Runners-Up:
Churchill Downs
Western Kentucky University
KFC Yum! Center
Keeneland
19/53Louisiana: Bourbon Street
It’s no surprise that New Orleans’ hottest street is the number one spot for pictures in the entire state of Louisiana.
The Runners-Up:
New Orleans French Quarter
Café Du Monde
Mercedes-Benz Superdome
7th Ward of New Orleans
20/53Maine: Old Orchard Beach and Pier
Maine’s Old Orchard Beach is the perfect location for New England summer days.
The Runners-Up:
Acadia National Park
Portland Head Light
Cadillac Mountain Summit
University of Maine
21/53Maryland: Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Camden Yards is the home to the Baltimore Orioles, and checking out a game is a must-activity when visiting Baltimore.
The Runners-Up:
National Harbor
Ocean City Boardwalk
Seacrets Jamaica USA
University of Maryland, College Park
22/53Massachusetts: Fenway Park
Considering how sports-crazy Bostonians are, it makes sense that Fenway Park is the hottest geo-tag in all of Massachusetts.
The Runners-Up:
Gillette Stadium
Boston Logan International Airport
TD Garden
Harvard University
23/53Michigan: Michigan State University
Many of the pictures of Michigan State University on Insta are covered in snow – making them all the prettier.
The Runners-Up:
Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)
University of Michigan
Comerica Park
The Palace of Auburn Hills
24/53Minnesota: Mall of America
The Mall of America is our country’s biggest mall – it even has its own amusement park. It’s obviously a must-see.
The Runners-Up:
U.S. Bank Stadium
Xcel Energy Center
Target Field
Lake Minnetonka
25/53Mississippi: Mississippi State University
Another college campus snags the number one spot in Mississippi!
The Runners-Up:
The University of Southern Mississippi
Vaught–Hemingway Stadium
Jackson State University
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
26/53Missouri: Busch Stadium
Busch Stadium is home of the St. Louis Cardinals and it’s also a highly ‘grammed spot, due to the fact that it’s a great vantage point of the St. Louis Arch.
The Runners-Up:
St. Louis Gateway Arch, Missouri
Kansas City Royals Kauffman Stadium
Saint Louis Zoo
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
27/53Montana: Yellowstone National Park
The landscapes seen at Yellowstone sometimes look like they could be from another planet.
The Runners-Up:
Glacier National Park
Flathead Lake
Big Sky, Montana
Montana State University
28/53Nebraska: Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Who doesn’t love a good zoo trip? This zoo and aquarium tops Nebraska’s list.
The Runners-Up:
CenturyLink Center Omaha
Memorial Stadium
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Vala's Pumpkin Patch
29/53Nevada: Las Vegas Strip
Naturally, the Las Vegas Strip is the most photographed part of the state.
The Runners-Up:
Bellagio Las Vegas
The Venetian Las Vegas
MGM Grand Las Vegas
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
30/53New Hampshire: University of New Hampshire
The campus at University of New Hampshire is the perfectly quaint New England college location!
The Runners-Up:
Lake Winnipesaukee
Hampton Beach, New Hampshire
White Mountains New Hampshire
Plymouth State University
31/53New Jersey: MetLife Stadium
MetLife is home to the New York Jets, and obviously a hotspot for football enthusiasts.
The Runners-Up:
Six Flags Great Adventure
Newark Liberty International Airport
BB&T Pavilion
Prudential Center
32/53New Mexico: Meow Wolf
Meow Wolf is a crazy awesome art collective in New Mexico. Its cool exhibitions and bright lights are begging to be run through a Juno filter.
The Runners-Up:
Balloon Fiesta Park
White Sands Monument National Park NM
The University of New Mexico - UNM
New Mexico State University
33/53New York: Central Park
Surprise! Central Park beat out Times Square as New York’s number one spot for pictures.
The Runners-Up:
Times Square
Brooklyn Bridge
The Garden
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
34/53North Carolina: Charlotte Douglas International Airport
The halls of the airport in Charlotte are pretty enough for photos.
The Runners-Up:
Lake Norman
Carowinds
Bank of America Stadium
PNC Music Pavilion
35/53North Dakota: Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo – it’s more than just a TV series. It’s a highly photogenic city.
The Runners-Up:
University of North Dakota
North Dakota State University
Ralph Engelstad Arena
Grand Forks, North Dakota
36/53Ohio: Quicken Loans Arena
Cleveland’s Quicken Loans Arena – home of the Cavaliers – is a favorite for many sports fans.
The Runners-Up:
Cedar Point
Ohio State University
Progressive Field
Kings Island
37/53Oklahoma: Chesapeake Energy Arena
Oklahoma’s number one photo spot is another sports arena – the Chesapeake Energy Arena is a hub for both sports and concerts.
The Runners-Up:
Oklahoma State University
The University of Oklahoma
BOK Center
Boone Pickens Stadium
38/53Oregon: Portland International Airport
Portland’s airport has some carpeting that is seriously the perfect backdrop for shoe shots.
The Runners-Up:
Seaside Beach
Multnomah Falls
Crater Lake National Park
University of Oregon
39/53Pennsylvania: Philadelphia Museum of Art
This art museum is the perfect inspiration you need for your ‘grams.
The Runners-Up:
Lincoln Financial Field
PNC Park
Citizens Bank Park
Temple University
40/53Rhode Island: Brown University
The Runners-Up:
University of Rhode Island
Misquamicut State Beach
Block Island R.I.
Roger Williams Park Zoo
41/53South Carolina: Hilton Head Island Beach
Hilton Head is like a little corner of paradise tucked away in South Carolina.
The Runners-Up:
University of South Carolina
Broadway at the Beach
Charleston Historic District
Williams-Brice Stadium
42/53South Dakota: Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Naturally, the iconic Mount Rushmore is South Dakota’s top pick.
The Runners-Up:
Badlands National Park
South Dakota State University
The University of South Dakota
Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
43/53Tennessee: Bridgestone Arena
The Bridgestone Arena in Nashville beat out the city’s downtown areas and even some national parks for the number one spot.
The Runners-Up:
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Downtown On Broadway, Nashville
Grand Ole Opry
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
44/53Texas: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Another airport! Dallas’s airport is a huge spot for international travel, so it makes sense that people would want to document their journey.
The Runners-Up:
The San Antonio River Walk
AT&T Stadium
American Airlines Center
6th Street, Austin, TX
45/53Utah: Zion National Park
The vistas at Zion National Park are extraordinary – they MUST be ‘grammed.
The Runners-Up:
Arches National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park
Salt Lake City International Airport
BYU (Brigham Young University)
46/53Vermont: University of Vermont
The University of Vermont is pretty all year round, but especially in the wintertime.
The Runners-Up:
Stratton Mountain Resort
Burlington Waterfront
Mount Snow
Stowe Mountain Resort
47/53Virginia: Virginia Beach Oceanfront
The boardwalk at Virginia Beach is a total highlight of visiting the state.
The Runners-Up:
James Madison University
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Kings Dominion
48/53Washington: Pike Place Market
Seattle’s Pike Place Market is filled with adorable things to ‘gram, like neon lights and endless amounts of coffee.
The Runners-Up:
Space Needle
Safeco Field
CenturyLink Field
Chihuly Garden and Glass
49/53Washington D.C.: The White House
Naturally, the President’s residence would be high on the list of ‘gram-worthy places.
The Runners-Up:
Lincoln Memorial
Washington Monument National Monument
The Capitol, Washington D.C.
Nationals Park
50/53West Virginia: Milan Puskar Stadium
The Milan Puskar Stadium is part of the WVU campus, and home to the West Virginia Mountaineers football team.
The Runners-Up:
Snowshoe Mountain
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
West Virginia University
The Greenbrier
51/53Wisconsin: Lambeau Field
Wisconsonites are serious about their football, okay? Lambeau Field is home to the Packers.
The Runners-Up:
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Miller Park Stadium
Devil's Lake State Park
Milwaukee Art Museum
52/53Wyoming: Yellowstone National Park
Like Montana, Wyoming finishes the list with Yellowstone as its top location.
The Runners-Up:
Grand Teton National Park
The Rave / Eagles Club
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Jackson Town Square
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