Top 10 Free Instagrammable Locations in London

Taking that perfect shot is hard, and can be, let’s face it, expensive! While it’s tempting to want to go to every cool looking bar and café in order to get that shot, sometimes it’d be nice to get a great pic free-of-charge. Each area on this list is free to enter/ visit. Happy snapping!

1. Kensington & Chelsea

While traipsing the sidewalks (British English: pavements) in the posh Kensington & Chelsea area, you are sure to come by some beautiful terrace houses or lovely mews that provide a perfect background to any snap!

2. Notting Hill/ Portobello Market

The famous colourful terrace houses of Notting Hill make for fabulous backdrops to any photo. Just don’t dilly-dally outside of a house too long - people still live there! Portobello Market is an equally great place to get some good shots or antique shops and pretty porcelain.

Notting Hill… just don’t loiter outside someone’s home for too long!

3. Camden

Cool Camden is a great place to take photos, especially near Camden Lock. It’s also great for a walk along the canal, and for grabbing a quick bite to eat while you browse tons of stalls with unique clothes & trinkets.

The Kensington mews make for fabulous backdrops!

2. The Angel of Islington

Ah, Angel - what a heavenly place to be! Out of all the places I’ve lived in London, Angel was my favourite, and I still get a thrill every time I see the distinctive outline of angel wings in Angel Central.

5. Sky Garden

Believe it or not, as it’s considered a garden, Sky Garden is completely free to visit! The panoramic views of the city are spectacular, and after you’ve satisfied your eyes, you can take some time to get an aesthetic shot amongst the greenery growing 525 feet in the sky!

6. Shoreditch

Graffiti, cool coffee shops, trendy east-enders, Shoreditch really is a visually aesthetic treat for the eyes (and for your instagram feed)! Make sure to enjoy all the wonderful street art that adorns the area before you start snapping shots - I promise it’s worth it!

7. Neal’s Yard

Grab yourself a gigantic slice of pizza and a gorgeous shot of this cute, bold, and colourful little side street near Covent Garden.

8. Regent’s canal

Anywhere along this long canal that runs along North London is picturesque, and perfect for a stroll or a bike ride with friends.

7. apple market

Covent Garden itself is already perfect for shots - but Apple Market and it’s surrounding area has tons of cute places for you to snap!

A beautiful seating arrangement set up outside of Apple Market in Covent Garden

10. Millenium Bridge/ Exterior of St. Paul’s Cathedral

St. Paul’s Cathedral makes a perfect addition to any photo in London. Shots taken from Millenium Bridge add a pleasing touch of the Thames.

I also want to mention Oxford Street and Picadilly Circus, although it can be difficult to get a shot without many people in it due to the amount of tourists that flock there everyday. As well, The Underground must be taken into consideration. Although it isn’t free, chances are you will be taking it as a means of transportation, and why not snap a great photo while you’re there? While I hate to admit it, there is something quite “iconic” when taking a photo inside one of the good old tube tunnels.

So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and get from fantastic pictures - free of charge!