12 Sick Instagram Location Ideas in Austin

Need Instagram location ideas in Austin? Austin is the capital city of Texas and has adopted the official slogan, “The Live Music Capital of the World”. Meanwhile, Austin influencers have adopted the unofficial slogan “Keep Austin Weird” in an attempt to support local spots from being overshadowed by corporations. Yearly events like South by Southwest (SXSW) bring in thousands of Instagrammers and social media influencers to the city, who are always on the lookout for unique venues for their Instagram stories and posts.

But how are they going to find Instagram location ideas in Austin except by word of mouth? The answer is the Peerspace search engine! Peerspace has hundreds of unique venues in Austin alone, as well as in cities and towns all across the US. Read on for a curated selection of unique Instagrammable locations in Austin, Texas. You’ll definitely want to check out Peerspace to see what’s available near you or even travel to Austin to experience it for yourself.

1. Skyline view Austin

You can’t go wrong with this Downtown Flat with Skyline View if you’re searching for Instagram location ideas in Austin. It is an apartment on a high floor, described as a “Beautiful luxurious well-decorated flat. Perfect for video or photo shoots. Incredible downtown views”. The floor-to-ceiling windows let in lots of natural light, so you can sit comfortably inside and produce an Instagram story with the gorgeous views of the city behind you. Also, a wide balcony stretches the entire length of the apartment. It allows you to truly appreciate the breathtaking Austin skyline from outside as well. 

2. Urban farm Austin

This East Austin Urban Farm & Restaurant called Eden East is “a unique venue that operates a five acre working farm just 3 miles east of downtown Austin. The farm is home to hundred year old pecan trees and year round vegetable production and lots of chickens and ducks laying fresh eggs! We have a 1920’s farmhouse onsite that hosts a bi-weekly farmers market year round, and a newly constructed farmhouse, native landscaping and a breezy veranda”. There are endless Instagram location ideas in Austin at this location that will give you the full flavor of the city.

3. SXSW “center of the universe” Austin

The South by Southwest festival is the biggest show in town every year for two weeks. And this venue is a 2000 square foot patio that overlooks the entrance. Listed as The ONLY patio overlooking Barton Springs Road, it is an outdoor venue in the center of the action. The description confirms the amazing location: “Yep, it is that house across from Shady Grove on Barton Springs Road!” This is THE place for SXSW Instagram location ideas in Austin.

4. Renaissance garden Austin

This Gorgeous Renaissance Garden & Medieval Cottage is in the Shady Hollow section of Austin. It is “1.5 acres of Renaissance style gardens for professional photo shoots. The property includes multiple marble statues set in lush gardens, a medieval gazebo, a Renaissance-inspired grotto, a Romanesque swimming pool, koi ponds and a medieval cottage”. If you’re looking for medieval fantasy inspiration in your Instagram story, this is it.

5. Historic district beer garden Austin

This Downtown Beer Garden & Event Venue in the Rainey Street Historic District of Austin “has the largest draft beer system in the Lone Star State (202 taps), a smokehouse that is home to Texas’ first ever whole hog BBQ, and a sausage kitchen that cranks out 2,000 lbs of fresh sausage every week. All housed in approximately 20,000 sq/ft of Texas-sized hospitality with an Austin soul”. This place is famous for its size and its hospitality and a great place from which to Instagram.

6. Greenhouse bathtub Austin

The Rustic Charmed Gardens Greenhouse in Leander, Texas has a clawfoot bathtub set in an outdoor greenhouse from which you can film your Instagram story. Need we say more? “This is the perfect natural light, rustic outdoor photography studio. The Greenhouse was built with 100-year old beams and railroad ties sourced from a tiny Texas town. The flooring was made from imported broken Mexican tiles and local children created the mosaic patterns on the garden stones. The ambiance of this venue is legendary.”

7. Formal gardens of Austin

Your followers won’t believe you’re posting from Austin, Texas. The CHAHAR BAGHFORMAL GARDEN in Bastrop, Texas is “Inspired by the beautiful gardens of Shiraz, Iran, and combined with the designers’ Puerto Rican, Indian, and American heritage this multicultural space is a wonder. This 6,400 square foot space has ornate water features on all sides, and the built-in seating is perfect for cocktails and casual gatherings in an inviting space.”

8. Hospital room set in Austin

In an effort to “Keep Austin Weird”, we’ve included this Hospital-themed Production Set. It’s “located in a 3500 sq ft warehouse with 12+ sets to choose from. All genres are welcome. Photoshoots and music videos are welcome as well”. It is an authentic-looking hospital room with all the medical details to make your followers believe you are posting from a real hospital room. 

9. Content creator stage sets in Austin

This Photo and Film Studio with Multiple Sets in Buda, Texas is a “warehouse studio catering to local videographers and photographers.” Offering a variety of sets including a jail cell set, a green screen cyc wall, a white cyc wall, a bank vault set, and a light bulb set, this venue caters to Instagram content creators. So if you’re looking for multiple sets in one venue to create Instagram stories and posts, this is a fantastic option.

10. Airstream and jacuzzi Austin

This Shiny Airstream and Sparkling Jacuzzi in Technicolor Nature is located in Dripping Springs, Texas just outside of Austin. It is conceived with your product branding in mind. From the description: “Bring your outdoor products, your adventure gear, your cozy blankets, your covid trikinis! This space is perfect for outdoor nature shoots and indoor camper shots. We added a big wood deck complete with propane firepit, red Acapulco chairs that pop, a grill and a separate but attached lower wood deck for the brand-new Jacuzzi — perfectly positioned for hot-tubbing under the stars.” 

11. Bright bedroom studio Austin

This Gorgeous Light & Bright Bedroom Studio in central Austin is a “gorgeous light and neutral bedroom designed for photoshoots! This would be perfect for fashion shoots, boudoir, or even branding/lifestyle.” Designed by a photographer, it is a bright but neutral venue in which any product or personal branding can be highlighted.

12. Historic downtown loft Austin

Finally, this Historic Downtown Loft | Exposed Brick Walls | Industrial Vibe is a spacious urban loft. It’s described as “Marlon Brando Meets Miles Davis–Industrial, historic, and dripping in cool.”  The exposed brick, hardwood floors, and floor-to-ceiling windows add texture to your Instagram story. And it’s in the heart of downtown Austin, so it’s convenient to everything.

Find unique photoshoot locations in Austin on Peerspace