We all want the social media cred. Well, these 32 spots around Cleveland will get you all of the likes when you’re doing it for the ‘gram.

Asian Lantern Festival at the Zoo 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland There aren’t many things that photograph in Cleveland as well as the Asian Lantern Festival does. The vibrant colors and displays make for an awesome photo that’ll get you all of the likes. Photo via Scene Archives
Brewnuts ‘Donut Mess With Cleveland Sign’ 6501 Detroit Ave., Cleveland Yeah, Brewnuts makes some awesome, unique donuts. But their neon sign that reads ‘Donut Mess With Cleveland’ is what’ll get you all the likes. Photo via @dannyledinsky/Instagram
On the River in the Flats There are so many places to take a great shot for social media down in the Flats along the river. You can take a shot at a concert at Nautica, in front of a barge or at one of the bars along the river. Photo via Scene Archives
Feast of the Assumption When: August 12th-15th Where: Little Italy What: Food, Food and More Food, The Assumption Ceremony, Entertainment and More Photo via Scene Archives
Playhouse Square Chandelier 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland It wasn’t enough that we have one of the best theater districts in the country. We of course also needed a giant chandelier in the middle of the street. Well, at least it photographs well. Photo via @annabella05/Instagram
The Solstice Steps in Lakewood 14532 Lake Ave., Lakewood The Solstice Steps in Lakewood are the definition of picturesque. If Edgewater is the best place to watch a sunset in Cleveland, the Solstice Steps are a close second. Photo via @mee_mee94 /Instagram
A Christmas Story House 3159 West 11th St., Cleveland Ever since the classic 1983 film, the yellow home in Tremont has become a Cleveland landmark. Photo via Scene Archives
Dining in an Igloo Due to the pandemic, dining an igloo has become the thing to do around Cleveland and the rest of the country. And of course it makes for an awesome Instagram shot. Photo via Scene Archives
Heinen’s Rotunda 900 Euclid Ave., Cleveland Not only is it great that we finally have a grocery store downtown, but it’s even better that it’s one that makes for great photos. The rotunda is especially perfect for getting that great shot. Photo via @DannieMooreRealtor/Instagram
The West Side Market 1979 West 25th St., Cleveland Nothing says Cleveland like the West Side Market. And the awesome architecture combined with the delicious food lends itself to being a great place for photographs. Photo via @uncJake/Instagram
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 1100 East Ninth St., Cleveland The architecture, the memorabilia and the ‘Long Live Rock’ sign give anyone looking to score some social media cred a lot of options down by the Lake. Photo via @BethsLaundry/Instagram
Hingetown Pizza Mural West 28th and Church St, Cleveland A mural? Of pizza you say? Sounds and looks quite yummy. And also makes for a tasty photograph. Photo via The Cleveland Traveler
Cleveland Museum of Art 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland Yeah, the Cleveland Museum of Art has one of the best art collections in the country. But taking a photo of a piece of art may not photograph that well. No problem, the atrium at CMA is one of the most photogenic places around. Wade Lagoon on the steps of the museum is a close second. Photo via @evvaann.__ /Instagram
Cuyahoga County Board of Elections 2925 Euclid Ave., Cleveland Civic participation is cool, ok? So head down to the Board of Elections every election day, grab an ‘I Voted’ sticker, and throw it on the gram. Photo via @robcobb_insc/Instagram
The Cleveland Arcade 401 Euclid Ave., Cleveland There aren’t many more beautiful spots in Cleveland than the Old Arcade. Formerly home of one of the best shopping malls in the country, the Arcade is now home to the Hyatt Regency and a few shops and food stands. But it’s the gorgeous architecture and that makes this place special. Photo via @Hippie210/Instagram
Greetings From Cleveland Mural 2098 West 25th St., Cleveland In 2015, NYC based graffiti artist Victor Ving went around the country installing vintage postcard murals. The one here in Cleveland has become one of the most photographable spots around. Photo via @sageloves2eat/Instagram
Daffodil Hill at Lake View Cemetery 12316 Euclid Ave., Cleveland This 150 year old cemetery is known for the famous people buried there like John D. Rockefeller, Elliot Ness, Charles F. Brush and many more. It also has Daffodil Hill, a gorgeous site that blooms in the spring to take beautiful pictures of daffodils all over the place. Photo via @Surgeon24hrs/Instagram
The Muni Lot Nothing says Clevelander like going down to the Muni Lot before a Browns game and throwing back some brewskis with the crew. Oh, and of course it doesn’t count without photographic evidence. Photo via Scene Archives
Wild Winter Lights at the Zoo 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland One of the best Christmas lights shows in town takes place at the Zoo. So grab the children, throw em’ in the car and make all your friends jealous with some awesome pics. Photo via @BethanyJS12/Instagram
Geneva If there’s anywhere in Ohio that could be considered wine country, it’s definitely Geneva on the Lake. The wineries may not be open, but it’s still a beautiful area. Photo via Scene Archives Credit: Scene Archives
Wolstein Center Vaccine Operation 2000 Prospect Ave., Cleveland Who would’ve ever thought getting a vaccine would be a flex? That’s the case these days, especially if you’re getting the COVID vaccine at the machinelike operation that is the Wolstein Center vaccine center. Take that pic and let all your friends see you can no longer get the ‘rona. Photo via @JoonyUB86/Instagram
A Pumpkin Patch 1501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland When apple picking season winds down, all of the orchards around town turn into pumpkin patches. And they’ll get you all the likes. Photo via @CourtZelman/Instagram
Public Square Christmas Lights Public Square Starting after Thanksgiving, Public Square puts up a breathtaking display of Christmas Lights. If you haven’t been, well, gtfoh. Photo via @authenticallyJLG/Instagram
Cuyahoga County Board of Elections 2925 Euclid Ave., Cleveland Civic participation is cool, ok? So head down to the Board of Elections every election day, grab an ‘I Voted’ sticker, and throw it on the gram. Photo via @robcobb_insc/Instagram
Aut-O-Rama Twin Drive-In Movie Theater 33395 Lorain Rd., North Ridgeville The Aut-O-Rama sign has become an iconic Northeast Ohio sign throughout the years. It’s nostalgia wrapped up in a nice, tight bow and the perfect slice of Americana. Photo via Scene Archives
Blossom Music Center 1145 West Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls When summer hits in Northeast Ohio, Blossom Music Center is the place to be. If the Muni Lot is the place to tailgate in the fall, Blossom’s parking lot is the place in the summer. Photo via @samariamarih /Instagram
Maria’s Field of Hope Jaycox Rd., Avon and 1201 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky Starting in 2013, Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon has blown away visitors and Instagramers alike with its sheer beauty. In 2019, a Sandusky location was added. The Prayers from Maria Children’s Glioma Cancer Foundation is named in honor of Maria McNamara, an Ohio 7-year-old who passed away in 2007 from a glioma (brain tumor). The foundation raises funds for research and treatment of that type of cancer. The Sandusky location’s sunflowers are in bloom in August and in Avon in September. Photo via @Maricely9/Instagram
Wade Lagoon Cherry Blossoms Wade Park, Cleveland People fly all across the world to see the cherry blossoms in Japan. While we’re sure they’re beautiful in Japan, you can also just drive down to University Circle and see them too. And they’re definitely gorgeous. Photo via @cheyenne82195/Instagram
In Front of the Brite Winter Sign Flats West Bank, Cleveland Look, if you’re gonna brave the Winter in Cleveland to go to an outdoor music festival, you damn well better let your followers know about it. And the sign at Brite Winter is perfect for a pic. Photo via Scene Archives
An Apple Orchard Fall in Northeast Ohio means one thing. Apple picking. And it doesn’t really count if you don’t post a photo on social media. Photo via @nae_rie94 /Instagram
Majestic Meadows Farm 4195 Abbeyville Rd., Medina You don’t have to drive far outside of Cleveland to reach an alpaca farm. The gentle animals let visitors pet them, pick them up and of course snap a photo with them. Photo via @morganbeaver/Instagram

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