Instagram Worthy Spots on the Great River Road

Take a photo for the ‘gram! Show how to travel along the Mississippi River by stopping and capturing these Instagram Worthy places.

  ~Minnesota~

 
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Frontenac State Park

(Frontenac, MN)

Moss-covered rocks and fallen leaves create a perfect photo moment. Try visiting in the fall when the leaves turn yellow!

Stone Arch Bridge and St Anthony Falls

(Minneapolis, MN)

Perfect for good weather! Join the hustle and bustle of the bridge with scenic looks of Minneapolis.

 ~Wisconsin~

 
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A To Z Produce & Bakery

(Stockholm, WI)

First time visiting a pizza barn? Capture the moment with a slice and a summer night. 

Rock in the House

(Fountain City, WI)

A moment that makes you question “what the heck happened here?” is the perfect moment to document. This house is an example of bluff country living at its worst — and funniest.

~Iowa~

 
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Potter’s Mill (Bellevue, IA)

This is Iowa’s oldest gristmill. Visitors should join their Blues & BBQ for delicious and fun content. 

Julien Dubuque Bridge

(Dubuque, IA)

Of course you have to document #whereiowastarted. This bridge is perfect for those late night walks. 

~Illinois~

 
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Elizabeth’s Grand Antique Co.

(Elizabeth, IL)

Calling bookworms and collectors of nooks and crannies! Let your old soul thrive in Elizabeth’s Grand Antique Company. 

Historic Main Street (Galena, IL)

Love window shopping? Downtown Galena is charming for those who walk with their cameras and explore historic infrastructure.

 ~Missouri~

 
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Centene Center for the Arts

(St.Louis, MO)

Sugar, honey, honey! There is a sweet caption in store the center’s honeybear wall. 

Central Park (Chesterfield, MO)

Find the man in the grass! He’s got a huge arm and leg, so you can’t miss him.

~Kentucky~

 
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Yeiser Art Center (Paducah, KY)

Explore paducah’s creative side by spotting the red yak. This would be a #onlyinkentucky moment. 

Frenchtown Station (Paducah, KY)

Paducah’s  “21 century cool” home, garden, and work space inspo! The restored 1930s filling station will add shabby chic to your feed.

~Tennessee~

 
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Overton Square (Memphis, TN)

Where funky and trendy meet! There is always something to listen to, eat, and experience in this part of Memphis.

Beale Street (Memphis, TN)

Home of the blues! Capture Tennessee’s rich history with music.

~ARKANSAS~

 
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Wilson Cafe (Wilson, AR)

 Time to focus on the #foodgram! Homestyle delta food tastes and looks delicious.

White’s Mercantile (Wilson, AR)

“It’s your one stop shop for well, everything.” Capture modern aesthetics in the revitalized general store look!

~Mississippi~

 
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Windsour Ruins (Port Gibson, MS)

Off the beaten path content should be saved for Port Gibson! Once a mansion, only 23 columns, balustrades and iron stairs survived.

Mammy’s Cupboard (Natchez, MS)

Aunt Jemima welcomes you! This roadside spectacle is a stop worth taking, and while you’re at it — grab a bite to eat.

~Louisiana~

 
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Lafayette Square (New Orleans, LA)

The second oldest public park in New Orleans! Every Wednesday keep an eye out for local musicians and performers.

LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens

(Baton Rouge, LA)

5 miles of walking paths in beautiful wetland gardens! Capture the sunflowers, roses, and other botanical beauties