It’s no secret that Raleigh is pretty much the perfect place for a photo shoot, from our countless murals to our abundant museums to Color Pop Corner.

Check out some of our favorite camera-ready spots for every Instagrammer in Raleigh, whether your aesthetic is bright + bold, coffee shop chic, or nature-inspired. 📸

Murals

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All Are Welcome, 428 S. McDowell St.

Did you know? Artist Luke Buchanan originally painted this in 2015 for chef Ashley Christensen — the current mural is a 2019 remake.

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I Believe in Raleigh, 7705 Lead Mine Rd.

Pro tip: This mural is on the back side of Sola Coffee Cafe — stop in to buy “I believe in Raleigh” shirts, totes, and stickers that match the mural.

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Love Conquers Y’all, 2034 Cameron St.

Pro tip: This mural’s a big one, so give a friend the camera to go long and capture you + the entire design.

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Go Vote, 827 W. Morgan St.

You’ll find this and other artwork and murals outside of Trophy Brewing + Pizza.

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Color Pop Corner, 102 S. Blount St.

Pro tip: Kids will stay easily entertained in this playful public open space.

Destinations + landmarks

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NC Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd.

Pro tip: Check out the Museum Park for incredible sculptures, plus head to the museum’s gorgeous gray stone-lined pond.

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NC State’s Memorial Belltower, 2011 Hillsborough St. (northeast corner of campus)

Did you know that thethe Belltower is the starting point for the Krispy Kreme Challenge? In this charity race, students run 2.5 miles to a Krispy Kreme, eat one dozen glazed doughnuts, and run 2.5 miles back.

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NC State Capitol, 1 E. Edenton St.

Pro tip: A snapshot outside this building’s stately exterior has the makings of a great new LinkedIn or Facebook profile picture.

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Shimmer Wall, 500 S. McDowell St.

Did you know? This Convention Center art piece is made of 80,000 aluminum panels.

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North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Globe, 11 W. Jones St.

Pro tip: Once you’re done taking your pic, head inside the globe for one of the museum’s many science shows in the interior theater.

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The Raleigh Rose Garden, 301 Pogue St.

Pro tip: The roses are usually in bloom between mid-May (around Mother’s day) and mid-November.

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The Acorn, 2 E. South St.

Did you know? The acorn sculpture’s name is Nutzilla.

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Raleigh Union Station, 510 W. Martin St.

Pro tip: This neon Raleigh sign also doubles as the perfect LinkedIn profile pic.