Wanna make sure that all of your followers on Instagram know that you’ve just visited the best city in the world? Don’t want to try and stop in the middle of Times Square to take a picture only to get knocked down to the ground? Try hitting these places around New York City that not only have incredible histories, culture, and architecture, but also flaunt some of the best picture taking spots of anywhere else in the city!

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

If you’re a fan of Gossip Girl, then The Met is the place to be! This incredible museum has iconic works of art from every century, style, and area of the world. Visit the Egypt area to see a real sarcophagus from 380 B.C., or take a stroll down a hallway filled with lifelike marble sculptures. The Met offers prime photographic spots from its iconic steps to the works of art and history inside.

 

Brooklyn Bridge

The walk across the Brooklyn Bridge offers so many perfect photographic places that you’ll have to spend hours selecting which photos to share (pro tip: just share all of them!). You’ll be able to take pictures of the bridge, the perfect Manhattan skyline, or the juicy mango slices that you bought as a snack from the vendor near the top of the bridge! If you’re at the Brooklyn Bridge, also be sure to check out DUMBO — this cute neighborhood offers a cobblestone road with a perfect view of the Manhattan Bridge.

 

Smorgasburg

This weekend-only food festival isn’t exactly a place, but it is a haven for all self-described Instagram foodies. From watermelon juice served in an actual watermelon to wings to Korean Barbecue, Smorgasburg offers food and refreshments that satisfy everybody — vegans included! Take pictures of the food and you’re sure to make literally all of your followers’ mouths water!

 

Washington Square Park

Central Park’s less famous sister, Washington Square Park is lively, beautiful, and perfect for Instagram. WSP offers its visitors live music all through the day, from saxophone jazz to sweet piano melodies. The central fountain is a great place to sit during the summer to cool off in its spray. Finally, WSP’s iconic Arch is makes for a beautiful picture on both sides — one angle shows the park behind the arch, and on the other side lies the beginning of Fifth Avenue.

 

Rockefeller Center

Finally, if you’ve ever wished that you were a late night talk show host or if you were a cast member on Saturday Night Live, Rockefeller Center is the place to be! The iconic 30 Rock building not only houses Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, and many other famous shows, but it also gave its name to a hit TV series starring Tina Fey. Go up to the Top of the Rock and take in the view of Manhattan and take a selfie to share!

Pro-Tip:

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