It’s graduation season and you know what that means — a lot of caps and gowns floating around town for photo ops.

If you haven’t taken graduation photos yet (we get it, we’d rather you procrastinate on this than studying for finals), we’ve rounded up some of the best spots around the city to take photos — no matter where you’re graduating from.

🌳 For nature lovers

Inhale the fresh air of new possibilities at the University of Kentucky Arboretum. Strike a pose in the fragrance garden, among the blossoming trees + acres of green space. If flowers are your thing, the pink peonies are popping right now at Ashland, Henry Clay Estate.

📸 Non-traditional vibes

Not just for good eats + live music, the Distillery District is full of photo ops. If it’s fun and games you’re looking for, check out the glowing lights at The Burl Arcade.

If you’ve got more of an artsy side, the Rickhouse mural makes for a unique backdrop or cozy up on one of Brevede Coffee’s big couches.

In Gratz Park you get a little mixture of city and nature. | Photo by Lily Foster

💙 For a classic spot

Nothing says horse country like historic Keeneland. Pose by the track, in the paddock by the iconic Rolex clock, or on the tree-lined path to the Clubhouse.

You can’t think of Lexington without seeing the colorful houses + brick paths of Gratz Park.

🏙️ For a good view of the city

The top of the Victorian Square parking garage is a photographer hotspot for capturing the downtown skyline. Beat the crowds + get the views on the rooftop bar at Belle’s Cocktail House.

Pro tip: Local photographers Lily Foster + Brittany Bailey have a couple of spots left for y’all. Tell them LEXtoday sent you.