12 Sick Instagram Location Ideas in NYC

On the lookout for the best Instagram location ideas in NYC? There is so much to do and see in New York City that it can be challenging to find the perfect spot for your next Instagram photoshoot location!

You can find thousands of private photoshoot locations at your fingertips that are some of New York’s best-kept secrets through Peerspace. As the world’s largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, it gives you the opportunity to access whatever you need through some of the Big Apple’s best hosts. We managed to narrow it down to 12 sick Instagram location ideas in NYC for your viewing pleasure. You’re bound to find something that gets the creative juices flowing here!

1. 2,000 sq ft bright daylight studio in Sunset Park, Brooklyn

If there’s one thing you know about New York City, it’s that space is very limited, so stretching out for a good Instagram shoot can be difficult. Thankfully, this 2,000 square foot bright daylight studio in Brooklyn is geared for your photoshoot needs. This spacious location has all the natural lighting you could want as well, with more than 50 feet of huge, southwest-facing windows. 

2. Royal velvet / baroque luxury / Great Gatsby space

New York City and luxury go together like peanut butter and jelly, and this gorgeous space in the Washington Heights neighborhood is oozing with glamor. Here, you’ve got all your bases covered. ”The space is very bright, open, spacious and warm. It has a lot of natural light. The high ceilings and wooden floors create a picturesque and antique feel. The space comes with 5 different sections to shoot in plus a kitchen and private bathroom.”

3. Classroom, TV wall, clock stairway, hall of lamps, and backyard

Sometimes it’s hard to pick just one cool backdrop for your photoshoot, or you only have a limited amount of time to get the bang for your buck. Here, we have a Bushwick studio with various backdrops, a green screen, and lighting. This spot has you covered for so many Instagram location ideas in NYC – it’s a true one-stop-shop to make your vision come to life.

4. Warm, sunny classic Brooklyn pre-war Brownstone apartment

One of the classic styles of architecture in New York City is its famous brownstone apartments. If you are planning for your Instagram shoot to capture that iconic architecture, this warm and sunny classic Brooklyn pre-war Brownstone apartment is an ideal example. With plenty of natural lighting, your pictures will really pop.

5. RE:GEN:CY full space

As one of our favorite Instagram location ideas in NYC, this studio in Red Hook will surely provide you with some inspiration. With lots of exposed brick and natural light, you can see why this studio has hundreds of five-star reviews from satisfied Peerspace customers.

6. Chinatown artist’s loft

If you find yourself in Chinatown and are looking for a spot away from all the tourists where you can get some awesome and authentic pictures, check this beautiful all-white artist’s loft. It’s a New York City classic, with “original details dating back to the 1920s. Elevated claw foot tub, round bed, open and airy. High ceilings with original tin tiles, huge windows”. It’s got that coveted combination of convenience and unique beauty.

7. Loft in Flatiron for photo & video shoots

Midtown Manhattan is the place to be if you’re looking for that modern New York City tourist experience with all the requisite glitz and glamor. If you want your Instagram shoot to embody that luxurious feel, then this loft in Flatiron for photo and video shoots should be your first stop: “A lush, custom floral art installation and our trademark neon Time to Play sign encapsulate the perfect lounge vibe. A 75” Samsung QLED picture frame art TV equipped with a YouTube Premium subscription brings class and sass.” 

8. Raw, historic, surreal locker room

Here we have a truly sick Instagram location idea in NYC. This raw historic surreal locker room in Bushwick has tons of space and is perfect for a photoshoot. It’s a definite vintage standout in the city: ”The rooms, located beneath a church, were abandoned in the 1970s. From October 2018 through April 2019, the space was renovated and is now available for your use. Thus, the look of the space is raw and industrial.”

9. Iconic mid-century modern loft with factory windows

Mid-century modern has remained a popular style ever since its inception and makes a truly versatile backdrop for a photoshoot. That style lives on in this iconic mid-century modern loft with factory windows in Port Morris. Truly one-of-a-kind, “the space is complete with MCM finishings, unbelievable original artwork, and breathtaking 10-foot factory windows.”

10. Industrial studio with 5 different themes

If you’re like me and can’t decide on just one backdrop for your Instagram shot, then you’ll want to take a look at this Queens industrial studio with five different themes. If the pictures aren’t enough to convince you, check out this five-star review: ”Loved everything about this space. Looked exactly like the pictures but even better in person.” Go ahead and check it out for yourself!

11. Beautiful Brooklyn vintage library room

Want your next Instagram pictures to have a little bit more of an academic aesthetic? Take a trip to this beautiful Brooklyn vintage library room, which has just about everything you need. The owner has geared this space toward photography. ”Our Studio is the perfect balance between grandeur elegance and industrial elements. The room features a custom-built floor-to-ceiling bookshelf wall that ranges over 16 feet wide, complete with a gliding ladder and chaise. The bookshelf is filled with over 1,400 vintage distressed books.” Gorgeous!

12. Luxe 70s Brooklyn loft

If your style is more 70s-inspired, you’ll be itching to take photos in this luxe and light-flooded Brooklyn Loft. Featuring a combination of contemporary luxury and mid-century modern designs, its “furnishings include a Milo Baughman sofa, Maurice Villency loveseat, large scale, original art, chrome and metallic accents, massive Moroccan souk shag rug, arc lamp and tropical plants.”

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