The Most Instagrammable Destinations in the World

Unforgettable Fjords at Preikestolen / Pulpit Rock, Norway: Put your adventure cap on because it’s time for a fantastic fjord filled hike. About an hour outside of Stavanger is Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen as the locals call it), a rock that juts out 600 meters over the fjords of Norway. This hike is worth the 90-minute trek up to the top. To fight the crowds, you can camp overnight or arrive early for a golden hour glow. For the perfect photo, stand at the edge of Pulpit Rock while your partner stands on the mainland to capture the enormity of the cliff edge.

Dive into Taormina, Sicily: Italy is known for its fabulous food, wine, and romantically rugged beaches. With its miles of quixotic coastline, spend your days swimming in the Ionian Sea. Rent a boat or swim out to one of its various cliffs or rocks that jut out from the sea and enjoy a refreshing jump off of the cliffs edge. Remember to bring your selfie stick and GoPro for the best shot!

Český Krumlov, Prague: While most visitors flock to Prague, it’s nearby Cesky Krumlov that is the most Instagrammable city in all of the Czech Republic. Walk to the top of the castle for a panoramic view of the red roofed town and watch the winding River Vltava from above. Then head down to the waterfront and pop into a medieval pub to indulge in a local Czech beer with a view of the River Vltava and Český Krumlov castle.

Dream in Color in Burano, Italy: Forget trying to visit the crowded beaches of Cinque Terre, and head to the Venetian Island of Burano, Italy. A quick 40-minute ferry from Venice, this island is an Instagrammers colorful dream. Like Willy Wonka floating through the chocolate factory, you’ll be amazed at the rows of multi-colored houses hugging the Venetian canals. Traveler tip: Arrive at sunrise to beat the crowds and take advantage of the colorful reflections in the canals.

Cool off in the Caribbean in The Rosario Islands, Colombia: Just a quick 45-minute ferry from Cartagena takes you to the Caribbean paradise of The Rosario Islands in Colombia. While you’re enjoying an all day tropical party, dine in an overwater bungalow where fresh langostine and mangos are delivered to your personal cabana.

Get Up Close & Personal with Glaciers at Mt. Cook, New Zealand: There are few places in the world that evoke an emotional response from its sheer beauty, but Mt. Cook, New Zealand is one of them. Lace up your hiking shoes and hit the Hooker Valley Trail to be rewarded with one of the most breathtakingly beautiful views of the monolithic Mt. Cook in all of her glory.

Rent a Gulet Boat in Bodrum, Turkey: Bodrum is a heavenly coastal town in Turkey. With miles of aqua blue coastline and sizzling hot temperatures, the best way to enjoy Bodrum is with a gulet boat. Gulet boats are traditional wooden Turkish boats with two or three masts from the region of Bodrum. Dive on into the amazing Adriatic Sea for some epic Instagram photos.

Black Pebbled Beaches in Reynisfjara, Iceland: Iceland is known as the land of fire and ice. Out of all of the beautiful waterfalls and volcanoes, it is the black-pebbled beach of Reynisfjara that stands out as the most Instagrammable spot in Iceland. With two monolithic rocks breaching out of the Atlantic Ocean, a textured rock wall of basalt columns creating stepping stones to the sky, and the stark contrast of the white ocean foam on the black pebbled beach are the perfect setting for dramatic and ominous Instagram photos.

Magical Caves in Matera, Italy: This city, located in the Southern Basilicata region of Italy, is known for its district of 1,500+ cave dwellings, also known as Sassi’s. These caves have been inhabited since Paleolithic times, but the city was condemned in the 1950’s for rampant disease caused by animals living in close quarters with the humans. A few decades later, Matera has been cleaned of its disease and was proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. It is one of the oldest living preserved cities in the world, meaning when you walk through these streets and caves, you are walking through the original caves of Paleolithic times.

Tango Through La Boca, Buenos Aires, Argentina: La Boca is the home of the tango in Buenos Aires and it is known for its colorful houses. In between dancing the tango and eating endless empanadas, take a tour through the colorful houses of La Boca for some imaginative Instagram photos.

Sunrise on Top of the World in Mt. Batur, Bali, Indonesia: Bali is known as the Island of the Gods, but the most divine view of all is on top of the Mt. Batur volcano at sunrise. An early 2 am rise and intense hike brings you up the volcano right before sunrise. As the sun starts to rise, you’re gifted with kaleidoscopic colors peeking out from behind a neighboring Mt. Rinjani on Lombok. If you have a guide with you, they will help you cook eggs in the steam from the volcano. They say the early bird gets the worm. In this case, they get the most epic Instagram photo ever.

Follow in the Steps of Pablo Escobar in Guatapé, Colombia: A favorite vacation retreat for infamous drug lord, Pablo Escobar, Guatapé, Colombia is a lake district set around two hours outside of Medellin. While in Guatapé, walk up the 740 step ROCK and you’ll be rewarded with a 360-degree view of the endless lakes of Guatapé.

Fish like a local in Galle, Sri Lanka: Fishermen in Sri Lanka have been stilt fishing for hundreds of years. Now, it’s your turn! Pull over on the side of the road near Galle, Sri Lanka and ask to join the local fishermen for some fun! Climb onto a stilt and sit on the edge of the manmade seat as you fish with your wooden fishing rod. Arrive early for the best fishing and the best lighting for photos.

Swing into Summer in Koh Pha Ngan, Thailand: If you’re looking for a peaceful paradise, look no further than Koh Pha Ngan, Thailand. Far away from the Full Moon Party beach, you’ll find deserted beaches littered with nothing but sky-high palm trees and white sand beaches. Take a sailboat to Baan Tai beach and swing into summer on a wooden swing hanging from a palm tree.

Nothing Comes Close to the Golden Coast in Lagos, Portugal: Lagos, Portugal is located in the heart of the Algarve, Portugal’s Southern coast. The colossal limestone rocks jut out from the Atlantic Ocean, creating a dramatic look. Visit at sunrise or sunset when the light from the sun turns the rocks a gorgeous gold color.

Trulli Amazing Instagram Photos in Alberobello, Italy: Alberobello is a town in the province of Puglia in the heel of the boot of Italy. This town is known for its trulli homes conical shaped houses made of stone. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the perfect place to take trulli unique photos for your Instagram!I

Chasing Summer Sunsets in Nosara, Costa Rica: Nosara, Costa Rica is the place where surfer’s dreams are made of. With 100 ft. rides and colorful cotton candy sunsets, Playa Guiones in Nosara is the best place to capture an unforgettable Instagram photo.

Bonus: Adventure through the Lake District of Bariloche, Argentina: The Patagonian mountains are known for their jagged edges jutting up towards the sky. In Bariloche, the lake region of Argentina, you can pair the beautiful blue lakes with the picture perfect Patagonian mountains.