Orlando has a multitude of beautiful places and spaces, and it got us thinking – what are the most Instagrammable places in Orlando? Well, our wonderful readers came through and provided us with tons of ideas. Grab your honey and your phone for your next date night at one of Orlando's most Instagrammable spots!
Also, check out Orlando's most BEAUTIFUL Places.
Updated May 2023 by Dani Meyering
Orlando's Most Instagrammable Spots
The Wheel at ICON Park
The Wheel at ICON Park has become synonymous with The City Beautiful, and it's easy to see why. This beauty takes riders 400 feet in the air, showing you a completely new perspective of Orlando. We couldn't make a list of Orlando's Instagrammable spots and not include The Wheel, as we're sure you've seen it all over your feed!
DISCOVER: Things to Do at ICON Park
The Heavy
Can you even mention Instagram and Orlando without mentioning The Heavy? This gorgeous Winter Park shop is more than a plant store, inside you'll also find home decor, local coffee, and even occasional hands-on workshops.
Downtown Winter Garden
With a quiet and quaint atmosphere, Downtown Winter Garden is one of our favorite places for a day date or date night. You and your honey can stroll the weekly farmer's market together and grab food to cook dinner together later. Or, have a Parisian brunch at Rosallie Le French Cafe, Tex-Mex fare at The Whole Enchilada, or hit up Plant Street Market.
The best photo ops come at dusk when the trees are aglow with twinkling lights, although snapping a selfie on the scenic West Orange Trail is a close second.
Pumpkin Patches
Who doesn't like a little bit of the fall season every now and then (maybe once a year?)? And what says fall more than…really cool ‘gram-snap-tok pics or videos around pumpkin patches!
September and October are the perfect months to grab some adorable Instagram-worthy pics of pumpkin patches with friends or significant others around great looking fall and harvest and pumpkiny decorations – while enjoying all the fall-esque goodies that surround pumpkin patches and fall festivals!
And if you're looking for Instagram worthy pictures of pumpkin patches in Tampa, or just want to know about pumpkin patches in Tampa, there's this, too!
Cinderella Castle
“When you wish upon a star, makes no difference who you are, anything your heart desires, will come to you.” Magic Kingdom at Disney World is one of the most magical places in Orlando to capture a photo with bae to post on Instagram. However, getting the elusive photo of you and your love in front of Cinderella Castle, without a crowd, just adds more magic to that trip.
Want more Disney World photo inspo? Check out our list of The Best Disney Photopass Photo Op Locations for Couples!
Southern Hill Farms
From sunrise yoga to u-pick blueberries, Southern Hill Farms is a date must! Weekends bring live music and food trucks on select dates, and you can enjoy a local beer with your eats. You'll find local honey, sugar scrubs and lotions at the market while sipping blueberry or peach mimosas. Visit again during the fall for their popular Fall Festival and get a pic in that gorgeous sunflower field.
Lake Eola Swan Boats
There is nothing more Orlando for your date than riding the Lake Eola swan boats together! Situated in the heart of Downtown Orlando, the boats take you up close to the iconic fountain.
Additionally, a ride will only set you back $15 (30-minute rental), and I recommend a sunset ride for the best couples selfie! Bonus points if you get the iconic fountain in the background.
Tom Fruin's Glass House – Lake Nona
Brooklyn-based artist Tom Fruin conceptualized this installation, which is colorful and breathtaking. For an up-close look at this stunning work of art, head to Laureate Park (right next to Canvas Restaurant and Market). The installation is the perfect backdrop for interesting photos together. Have a sunset dinner at Canvas to complete your date.
Wall Crawl Orlando
You’ve seen the stylish and creative backdrops all over Instagram. We can’t mention Orlando’s most Instagrammable spots and not include a whole building that’s dedicated to helping you snap the best photos!
Open for shared sessions and private sessions select the session type you want based on availability. Once you’re there, snap all the photos you want or take advantage of the photographers they have on staff.
Disney Springs
Everywhere you look is a photo-op at Disney Springs. From beautiful restaurants like Morimoto Asia, STK and The Edison, to the iconic Amphicar tours, you and your love will have a bevy of options for your date night!
DISCOVER MORE: Happy Hour at Disney Springs
Maxine's on Shine
Maxine's on Shine is beloved for its cozy and quirky vibe plus great plates like chicken and waffles or the brisket burger. But did you know about the adorable “I love you to the moon and back” mural on the side of the restaurant? Before you've filled your belly with great food and drinks, grab your phone and take a cute selfie with your partner.
Orlando Science Center
The Orlando Science Center is already a fun place for a day date, but exploring after hours sans kids is a date night must do. The adults-only Science Night Live events are held throughout the year and feature exhibits, workshops, and speakers, each with a different theme.
Plus, they give you a chance to take silly photos together as you conduct your own science experiments or wander through the DinoDigs exhibit to snap selfies with dino fossils.
Enzian Theater/Eden Bar
Enzian Theater is a quintessential Orlando date night destination. The independent movie theater shows new films, cult classics and more and hosts the Florida Film Festival each year. Pull up a seat at the Eden Bar for pre-movie cocktails and bites. Whatever you do, don't forget to get a vintage-style date night shot in front of the marquee out front!
Leu Gardens
There are so many ways to enjoy a date at Leu Gardens. The Idea Garden gazebo is a favorite photo spot of ours, as is the picturesque rose garden. Enjoy the day by strolling the gardens, and be sure to stop at the butterfly garden!
Leu Gardens hosts frequent live musical acts and a monthly free movie. Bring a bottle of wine, blanket, and food to munch on during the screening.
East End Market
Home to some of our favorite local food purveyors, East End Market is an Orlando gem. One part food hall, one part community gathering space,and more. Grab dinner at Domu, grab dessert at Gideon's Bakehouse, and sit on the pretty lit courtyard with your honey. There are cool photo-worthy spots around every corner.
DISCOVER: East End Market Date Ideas
Greetings Tour Mural
Another favorite in our list of Orlando's Instagrammable spots is the Greetings From Orlando Mural at Uncle Tony's Donuts. Located on the corner of Colonial and Orange Ave, the colorful mural pays tribute to The City Beautiful. Reyes Mezcaleria is also located close by and has a great happy hour and brunch.
After a tasty meal, hop on a scooter and make your way towards the colorful wall for a fun and carefree date.
Boxi Park
Boxi Park is a lively outdoor venue that houses a number of eateries inside of repurposed shipping containers. You'll find live music into the wee hours, volleyball, a dog park and a weekly farmer's market. An ideal place for a group gathering or double date, you'll have plenty to keep you entertained for hours.
Our Dream Date (locations vary)
For a truly unique and customized date experience, talk to the folks at Our Dream Date who specialize in fancy picnics sure to add a healthy dose of luxury to your feed. They will do all the heavy lifting for you, making your planning as easy as choosing a theme, package, and a date. All picnic packages include a charcuterie board, board game, dessert, bluetooth speaker and a non-alcoholic beverage. Choose from multiple locations like Mead Botanical Garden, Danville B&B and more.
Tampa Things to Do
And what's more instagrammable than Tampa, when it comes to things to do? Tampa has so many things to do – things for grown ups looking for fun activities, and things to do in Tampa for kids, parents and families! Since Tampa is such a close easy drive, it's almost like an extended suburb of Orlando, with just extra things to do! Put it on the ‘gram list to check out!
