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Instagrammable Spots in Orange County

From beautiful hiking spots with panoramic views to miles of sandy beaches, there is no shortage of places for photo ops in Orange County. Here is a collection of some of the most instagrammable places in OC.

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Instagrammable Spots In Orange County

The Camp Costa Mesa

2937 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

The Camp is a unique shopping and dining destination that celebrates active living and healthy, eco-conscious lifestyles. From the eclectic décor to the trendy, cozy seating areas, there’s so much to love, and share, at The Camp.


Cheat Day Land (CLOSED)

Irvine Spectrum
700 Spectrum Center Dr
Irvine, CA 92618

Cheat Day Land is an interactive pop-up museum inspired by cheat foods and desserts. The options for instagrammable photos are endless but hurry, pop-up museums don’t last forever.


Crystal Cove

Crystal Cove State Park
8471 N. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, California 92651

Crystal Cove has panoramic ocean views, beaches for days, stunning wildlife, and trails lined with wildflowers. What’s not to love?


Dana Point Harbor Love Wall

34571 Golden Lanterns Street, Dana Point, CA 92629

Show your love at Dana Point Harbor’s Love Wall Mural, painted by local artist Mikala Taylor. Share your images on Instagram with the hashtag #DPHLoveWall. Find the mural colorful backdrop in Clocktower Plaza at the entrance to the shops and restaurants in Dana Point Harbor.

Disneyland

1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802

It’s Disneyland. The castle. The characters. The colors. What’s more instagrammable than the happiest place on Earth?


Anaheim Gardenwalk

400 Disney Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

The GardenWalk has an Art on the Walk program which includes murals, art installations, art in windows and seasonal pop-up selfies throughout the property.


The Mural at Pacific Hideaway

500 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

The Pacific Hideaway at the Shorebreak Hotel serves SoCal Coastal Cuisine in a casual café-style setting with a vibrant Frida Khalo-esque mural on one wall and views of the ocean and the HB Pier. The full Bar offers seasonal cocktails, beer, and wine.


Irvine Spectrum Center

Irvine Spectrum Center
670 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618

From seasonal Selfie Spots to shops with trend-setting décor, Irvine Spectrum has a lot you’ll want to share. They’ve even added a handful of Instagram wall murals. Not to mention the iconic Giant Wheel and the Carousel.


The Lab Anti-Mall

2930 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

The LAB Anti-Mall is an indoor/outdoor hangout destination for urban youth and adults with shopping, dining, art installations, live music events, and maker markets. The unique design and industrial elements of the night-vision goggle factory turned community gathering space offer tons of opportunities for Instagrammable shots.


Lido Marina Village

3434 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach offers waterside dining, fresh produce and hand-made goods at the farmers market, quaint boutiques, and super-cool spots for IG selfies.


Little Corona

3100 Ocean Blvd, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

Standing above the beach overlooking the sand and the rocky outcroppings with the sun flickering off the ocean backdrop – it’s a moment to take in. It’s a view worth capturing over and over again from the top, all the way down the paved path to the sand, and from every inch of the sandy beach and tidepools. Little Corona is a slice of heaven.


Montage Laguna Beach

30801 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

The Montage Laguna Beach exudes luxury in every sense of the word and the views from every point on the property – whether poolside, enjoying a drink in the Lobby Lounge, or taking in the ocean views – are worth capturing. And sharing.


Pacific City

21010 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Pacific City is an oceanfront shopping and dining destination in Huntington Beach that offers delicious restaurants and trendy shops – all with exquisite views of the ocean and the iconic HB Pier. Share a view, share a sunset, or share your favorite selfie wall – there’s a ton of fun and unique spots to capture at Pacific City.


Pelican Hill Resort

22701 S Pelican Hill Rd, Newport Coast, CA 92657

The Pelican Hill Resort is the perfect setting for sharable photos. From the coliseum pool to the iconic rotunda, the oceanside golf to the stunning architecture – capture your favorite moments and share away.


Pizza Wings at Cruisers Pizza

210 5th Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Get pizza – and your wings – at Cruisers Pizza Bar and Grill. Everyone loves getting a shot with the pizza wings. Don’t miss your chance to snap a pic and share yours.


SoCo and the OC Mix

3313 Hyland Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

SoCo and the OC Mix is a trendy, unique spot with an emphasis on design and dining. From the damask walls to the perfectly designed home demos, no to mention the delicious goodies all around, there’s something here to snap and share.


South Coast Plaza

3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

The ever-popular South Coast Plaza has something everyone loves. Trendy shops, delicious dining destinations, the carousel, and seasonal events with out of this world displays. Capture what strikes you and share away.


Victoria Beach in Laguna

2713 Victoria Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

It’s a pirate’s castle. It’s Rapunzel’s tower. It’s whatever you want it to be and it’s gorgeous. Combine the stone tower with the picturesque beach and ocean backdrop and you’ve got an amazing photo to share with your followers.


Village at La Floresta

3301 E. Imperial Highway, Brea, CA 92823

The Village at La Floresta is a unique destination in Orange County with an emphasis on food, fitness, fashion, and fun. You’ll find your new favorite restaurant, your new favorite place to shop, and your new favorite photo op all right here.


Woodbridge Village Center, Irvine

4500 – 4820 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92604

Woodbridge Village Center in Irvine has added fun, colorful photo walls for you to add to your instagram feed. Don’t forget to smile often!


Kobe Bryant Murals

Pearson Park: 400 N Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805
2235 W L Lincoln Ave, Anaheim
Ashe Society: 3601 W Garry Ave, Santa Ana
Bishop St & Standard Ave, Santa Ana
DTSA: Spurgeon St & E 4th St, Santa Ana
Style World: 219 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Continental 1 Hour Cleaners: 411 Main St A, Huntington Beach
El Toro Bravo: 745 W 19th St, Costa Mesa
Social Costa Mesa: 512 W 19th St, Costa Mesa
Golden Spoon: 2445 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar
1342 Bison Ave, Newport beach
European Optical: 1294 S Coast Hwy STE C, Laguna Beach
401 Main St, Huntington Beach

Kobe Bryant tribute murals have popped up all over the world. Here are the Kobe Bryant murals in Orange County that we found. Instagram: #KobeBryantMural

Bonus Spot Right Near Orange County: Bored & Hungry Restaurant

2405 E 7th St. Long Beach CA, 90804

Crypto, NFT and and Bored Ape enthusiasts travel from near and far to get Instagram pics both inside and outside the Bored & Hungry spot. There is also Bored Ape merch, packaging and cups to add to picture and don’t forget to try the food.

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Kelly Smith
Kelly Smith is lives in Southern California with one dog, two cats, two guinea pigs… and the rest of her family. She writes about Orange County, faith, family, special needs and tea, and world-builds science fiction universes on the side.