LAs Most Instagrammable Sites

April 2, 2019April 2, 2019

Instagrammable Los Angeles

Instagram’s popularity is off the charts, and with no signs of it slowing down anytime soon businesses have definitely taken note. Which makes it my go to, whether I’m visiting a new city or exploring my own, for finding the fun.

#matcha #abbotkinney #losangelescalifornia — I love you so matcha!

Following city centric accounts will ensure that you get the latest information about what is happening in your own hometown, or wherever you might be headed.Thanks to Instagram we’ve discovered many fun events around Los Angeles.

#margotla Los Angeles California — Margot Yellow Tail Starter

The second largest city in America, LA has no shortage of #InstaWorthy locations, and I’ve been doing my best to seek them out. From high flying over the city on a secret swing to the iconic Hollywood Sign, and mouthwatering culinary experiences here are some of the city’s most Instagrammable locations:

Invader

We spent a lovely morning at the Invader show in the Downtown LA Arts District. This show is no longer on, but did you know there are 200 Invader works throughout LA? So even though the show is over you can still see his work… all you have to do is keep your eyes open! Not in LA? There are over 3600 of his works around the world!

Secret Walls

We recently attended Secret Walls, the Fight Club of the art scene, which took place at the Start Los Angeles Gallery. 29 artists armed with nothing more than a marker, a brush and some black paint had 45 minutes to complete their drawings. No pencils and no sketches allowed! 10 artists moved on to the next round… This fun event will be taking place every month until the last artist is standing.

The Sparrow Mart

We loved the Sparrow Mart, I could have done my entire grocery shop there, a temporary pop up shop in the Downtown LA Standard Hotel. The only problem? Everything was made of felt! Yes, that’s right, ALL 31,000 handmade and painted grocery items from gefilte fish to bubble gum and pork chops were pretend! It’s the ultimate “playing store” experience!

#sparrowmart #losangeles — The Sparrow Mart

LAX
Location: SouthWest Terminal

Even LAX has jumped on the #InstaBandwagon, and with plenty time to while away while waiting on a delayed flight we took advantage of this #InstaWorthy bench in the SouthWest Airlines terminal.

#lax #southwest Los Angeles California — LAX SouthWest Terminal

MTN
Location: Abbot Kinney

Reservations are a must at MTN Venice, Abbot Kinney’s latest culinary go-to, where Asian style food both lovely and delicious.

#mtn — MTN Lunch Special Abbot Kinney Blvd

Skyspace
Location: US Bank Building

You’ll feel like you’re really flying when you visit these gorgeous @colettemiller angel wings located 69 floors above the City of Angels at SkySpace LA, but If pretending to fly isn’t enough for you consider the slide, which will see you sliding around the outside of the building.

#skyspace Los Angeles California — SkySpace Colette Miller

71 Above
Location: US Bank Building

This is the view from the bar at 71 Above a fine dining restaurant located high above Downtown Los Angeles. 71 Above offers prix fix menus for both the lunch and dinner menu, but the choices are plentiful and we found the lunch prices reasonable, the food delicious and the views stunning!

Margot
Location: The Platform Culver City

I had the most amazing lunch @margotlosangeles located on the 3rd floor of the @platform_la Every detail is perfect, from the perfectly on trend “I want to live here” decor to the elegant, but mismatched dishes, all that and the food was delicious too.

The Container Yard
Location: 800 E 4th Street

The @thecontaineryard is located in the heart of the Downtown Los Angeles Arts District. The entire complex is covered inside and out with gorgeous paintings by some of the best muralists in the world.

#containeryard Los Angeles Calfiornia — Container Yard

The Wolves
Location:519 S Spring Street

The Wolves is a newly opened bar and restaurant located in the historic Alexandria Hotel building. Famous guests of the hotel include Rudolph Valentino, Jack Dempsey and Charlie Chaplin and the hotel is said to be haunted by multiple ghosts. With interiors inspired by the year 1910 stepping inside The Wolves is like going back in time.

The Wolves Los Angeles California — The Wolves bar and restaurant DTLA

Hollywood Sign
Location: Griffith Park

18 years after I first moved to LA I finally did the Hollywood Sign hike, and it was fabulous. There was something really special about getting so close. Remember to wear comfortable closed toed shoes, and bring water.

Hollywood Sign Griffith Park Los Angeles California #hollywoodsign — The Hollywood Sign Hike

Elysian Park “Secret” Swing
Location: Elysian Park

You’ll get unique and sweeping views from this not so secret “Secret Swing” in Elysian Park. Do use caution when visiting this spot as the swing is not official.

#secretswing Elysian Park Los Angeles — Secret Swing

Studio Time
Artist: Bumblebee Loves You
Location: Ventura Blvd & Tujunga

Posing with street art always makes for some #instafun especially get into it! Props Anyone?! I’m especially proud to share this fun mural because I actually helped bring it to life!

#bumblebeelovesyou #streetart — Bumblebeeloves you Studio Time Mural

Marciano Art Foundation
Location: 4357 Wilshire Boulevard

Each group of 15 will be allowed two minutes inside the With All My Love For The Tulips, I Pray Forever exhibit, at the Marciano Art Foundation, but you can enter as many times as you’d like. We went twice! Shoe coverings are provided to keep the environment pristine.

Yayoi Kusama Marciano Art Foundation #yayoikusama — Yayoi Kusama

The Row DTLA
Location: 777 S Alameda Street

Located in the old American Apparel factory, the Row DTLA, is hoping to be LA’s next shopping and dinning destination. They have a good chance as the area is filling up quick with one-of-a-a kind shops, restaurants and murals. If you do go, keep your eye out for the secret shop and a visit to the new Tartine is definitely a must.

#therowdtla Los Angeles California — The Row DTLA

Smorgasberg
Location: The Row DTLA

@smorgasburgla is an outdoor Sunday market with 70+ food and shopping vendors from all over LA. It’s conveniently located @rowdtla an outdoor shopping and dining destination with many one of a kind boutiques and restaurants. Plenty of parking too!

Gracias Madre
Location: Melrose Avenue

I am not a vegan or a vegetarian, but I LOVED my dining experience at Gracias Madre a plant based Mexican restaurant. The “fish” tacos were some of the best I’ve had as was the guacamole. The service is perfect and so is the atmosphere. The decor is so lovely I’d consider living there. Oh, and the drinks… almost too pretty, but we managed it.

Gracias Madres West Hollywood California — Almost too pretty to drink

Yarn Rainbow
Location: Melrose Avenue

Melrose Avenue is a great place to find Instaopportunties, so keep your eyes open. My boys and I were out on a secret art mission when we stumbled upon this lovely piece of yarn art by @madebylondon.

#MadebyLondon Melrose Avenue — Made by London Melrose

Me Undies
Location: Century City Mall

Isn’t this wall cute? It’s actually an ad for @meundies but the moment I saw it I knew I would visit anyway.

#meundies Century City Mall Los Angeles California — Century City Mall

Venice Beach Art Walls
Location: Ocean Front Walk Venice Beach

A visit to the Art Walls on Venice Beach is always #instacolorful and its even better if you ride your bike there.

Venice Art Walls #VeniceBeach California — Venice Art Walls

Urban Light
Location: LACMA

A visit to the @lacma Urban Light sculpture is always worthwhile, but if you visit on a Wednesday when the museum is closed you might get lucky and get the place to yourself!

The Milk Bar
Location: Echo park

Sampling the local treats is an important part of exploring any neighborhood. Especially if they’re as pretty as these macaron ice cream sandwiches at the Milk Bar.

Milk Shop Silver Lake Los Angeles California #silverlake #echopark #lawithkids — Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich

KoreaTown

The Milk Tavern is my kind of bar with unicorn crepe cakes, cotton candy burritos, rainbow grilled cheese sandwiches, and ping pong! Video games too, if you fancy them. As the name suggests the @milktavern does serve alcoholic beverages, but children are welcome too.

Santa Monica beach

The beach is always #instaworthy.

Malibu Pier
Location: 23000 Pacific Coast Hwy

Looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of LA? Look no further than, Malibu, LA’s closest neighbor to the north. Stretching 21 scenic miles along the Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu is the stuff California dreams are made of. We love the Malibu pier it’s so picturesque.

Ranch at the Pier Shop Malibu California

We love poking around the and shops and grabbing a bite to eat.The mini boutique on the land end of the pier is aesthetically pleasing with a pink and red theme.

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Poppy Fields
Location: Lake Elsinore & Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve

We’ve had a lot of rain this winter, and for the first time in 7 years California isn’t experiencing drought conditions. Another great side effect of all that rain: A super bloom!

#superbloom2019 #californiapoppies — Do not sit in the flowers! This is all camera angles… not only will you damage the flowers permanently, but there are rattlesnakes!

You might also be interested in: Viewing California’s Super Bloom 2019

These are just a few of the places I’ve found since our last #instaLA posts, stay tuned for more Instagrammable LA!

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April 11, 2017July 18, 2018

InstaLA! Part 2: #WallAntics

Attention #dreamers, wanna be #angels, #lovers, and #wildthings, are you ready for some #instafun?! I hope so, because I enjoyed putting together my previous InstaLA post and the ensuing #wallantics so much, I decided a part two was in order.

#lovewall by Artist J. Goldcrown on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica

From Santa Monica, to Silver Lake, Mar Vista to Venice Beach, Melrose to Downtown LA, and everywhere in between, there is no shortage of fun to be found in and around the City of Angels and I’m so excited to share this next round of #insta favorites and their locations with all of you! While some of these might be familiar, I’m hoping there will be a few surprises as well!

Getting a photo isn’t as easy as it looks… Incase you need some Insta inspiration, check out this incredibly silly video of me at the Paul Smith LA Pink Wall… trust me when I tell you I wasn’t the only one…

16 Fun Instagram Locations in and Around LA!

1. Rock Paper Scissors Building
Artist: Risk Rock Location: The corner of Broadway and Cloverfield, Santa Monica

Occupied by post production company, Rock Paper Scissors, the “graffiti” building on the corner of Cloverfield and Broadway, recently received a fresh coat of paint! Take the time to walk all the way around!

2. The Swan Stairs Flight #2
Artist: The Painted Line Mural Co. Location: 2958 Swan Place, Los Angeles

Named for their location, the Swan Stairs were painted in 2015 by The Painted Line Mural Co. and are separated into three different flights totaling 287 steps. Each flight of stairs is unique with different shapes and colors.

3. The Swan Stairs Flight #3
Artist: The Painted Line Mural Co. Location: 1784 Rotary Drive, Los Angeles

The final of the three Swan Place flights, and my favorite, showcases a quote from the band the Decembrists: “Los Angeles, I’m Yours.”

4. Alfred Coffee
Location: 33371/2 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles

Alfred Coffee has become something of an LA institution, and rightfully so! Their coffee is excellent! They have multiple locations throughout town, each with it’s own unique decor. This particular location happens to be conveniently located near the Hidden Stairways of Silver Lake…

5. Dreamer
Artist: Ruben Rojas Location: Walgrove Ave and Palms Blvd., Mar Vista Los Angeles

The minute I discovered this recent street art addition to the Mar Vista neighborhood, I just knew I had to see it in person. I love the bright colors and positive message created by artist Ruben Rojas as part of the Beautify Earth initiative.

6. Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Artist: The Art of Chase & Hashim Thomas Location: 1400 block of Abbot Kinney, Venice

Beyond world class shopping, great food, and overall good vibes, Abbot Kinney is a treasure trove of fabulous art, like this fun mural painted by The Art of Chase. Be sure to walk down both sides of the street, so you don’t miss anything!

7. Barry’s Boot Camp
Artist: Kelsey Montague Location: 1500 Lincoln Blvd., Los Angeles

No matter how many times you drive up and down Lincoln Boulevard there is always something new to discover! My latest discovery was these fabulous wings painted by Kelsey Montague. Of course I had to stop… #whatliftsyou

8. Collete Miller Angel Wings
Artist: Colette Miller Location: Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles

With multiple locations around LA, and the world, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve heard of Colette Miller’s Wings! This particular pair, which are located on Melrose Avenue were pretty busy, with a long line of Instagrammers anxiously waiting their turn.

9. Where the Wild Things Are Wall Mural
Artist: PDB Crew Location: 7629 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles

My little one was really excited when he recognized these characters from one of his favorite stories, Where the Wild Things Are, painted larger than life on the side of a wall! He happily posed for this shot, and in fact he requested we have it printed. It now hangs in his bedroom!

10. American Vintage Wall
Artist: Adam Dare Location: 7575 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles

The entire American Vintage shop is covered in fabulous wall art! Big small, pasted, painted, you name it! Artists of all kinds leave their mark here and it’s definitely worth a visit. There’s some pretty neat stuff inside the shop too!

11. Arts District Co-op
Artist: Royal Location: 453 Colyton St, Los Angeles

I’m crazy about the DTLA Arts District and no trip would be complete with a visit to the Arts District Co-Op. Not only will you find loads of #insta opportunities on the outside, the inside is pretty great too!

12. Kiss The One You Love… Mural
Artist: WRDSMTH Location: 300 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles

I’m a big fan of WRDSMTH! He often uses a “typewriter” stencil to convey his very positive WRDs of wisdom, but went a different route this time. Might be a fun place to pose with your sweetheart?!

13. Cafe Gratitude Love Is…
Artist: J. Goldcrown Location: 300 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles

While I felt I might be pressing my luck if I asked for an action shot in front of WRDSMTHs mural, I thought I might have a good shot with this one just across the way! You might recognize these #bleedinghearts from my previous InstaLA post as they’re in multiple locations around town!

14. Colette Miller Angel Wings – The Very First Pair!
Artist: Colette Miller Location: Traction and Hewitt in the Arts District, Los Angeles

These are the wings that started it all, and considering how temporary street art can be, its pretty amazing that they are still there. Every pair is unique, why not make a stop at each one if you can?

15. Artist & Craftsman Supply
Artist: Kurt Thompson Location: 1660 S La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles

The Mondrian style wall on the side of the Artist & Craftsman Supply in mid-city is one of LA’s most popular #InstaWalls!

16. Chinese Laundry Headquarters
Artist: @itsaliving Location: 3485 La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles

Last but not least, is my most recent discovery, and one of my favorites, the fabulous California Dreaming wall located at the company headquarters of Chinese Laundry!

Now that we’ve taken so many pics and had so much fun in the process, what will we do with all the photos? I mean, beyond post them on Instagram? Make our own wall art of course!

Los Angeles is a veritable treasure trove of art and fun! The more I search the more I find, so don’t be surprised if there’s an InstaLA! 3 in the future…

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