Best 200 photo locations in Mexico

Mexico is a stunning country that offers photographers a wide variety of amazing locations to take photos. From stunning deserts, lush jungles, and crystal clear beaches, Mexico has it all. Whether you’re looking to photograph the iconic Aztec ruins, or capturing the vibrant colors of the country’s many diverse cultures and landscapes, Mexico is a photographer’s paradise.One of the most popular locations to take photos in Mexico is the ancient city of Chichen Itza. Located in the Yucatan Peninsula, this archaeological site was once the capital of the Mayan civilization, and is home to some of the most impressive ruins in the world. Here, you can capture images of the iconic El Castillo pyramid, as well as numerous other temples, observatories, and palaces.Another great spot for photographers is the town of Tulum, located in the Riviera Maya. From here, you can explore the nearby Mayan ruins, as well as the stunning beaches stretching along the Caribbean Sea. The vibrant colors of the Caribbean, combined with the ancient ruins, make for some truly stunning photographs.The city of Oaxaca is also a great place to take photos. This city is home to numerous colorful colonial buildings, which make for amazing backdrops. You can also explore the vibrant markets, where vendors sell unique local crafts, and the nearby Zapotec ruins.For a different kind of landscape, you should consider visiting the Copper Canyon, located in the state of Chihuahua. This stunning collection of canyons is one of the deepest in the world, and offers photographers some incredible views. The surrounding landscape is also home to numerous waterfalls, making for some stunning photographs.If you’re looking for a truly unique experience, you should consider visiting the Sumidero Canyon, located in Chiapas. Here, you can explore the rugged canyons and gorges, as well as the stunning El Chiflon Waterfall.Finally, if you’re looking for a truly unique experience, you should consider visiting the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve. Located in the state of Michoacan, the reserve is home to millions of butterflies that migrate here each year. Capturing images of these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience.These are just a few of the many great locations to take photos in Mexico. With its diverse landscapes, vibrant cultures, and amazing ruins, Mexico offers photographers endless opportunities to capture stunning images.

Top photo spots in Mexico

  1. Graffiti Wall - 45 photos; urban
  2. Houston Graffiti Art in Midtown - 23 photos; people, urban
  3. BAPS Shree Swaminarayan Temple - 45 photos; architecture
  4. Skyline from Eleanor Tinsley Park - 45 photos; sunset, urban
  5. Cullinan Park - 45 photos; water, wildlife
  6. Echo Lake Incinerator - water, abandoned
  7. Incinerator, formerly Jefferson Davis Hospital - 19 photos; urban, abandoned
  8. Abandoned Location
  9. Sri Meenakshi Devasthanam - 38 photos; sunset, architecture
  10. Houston Skyline
  11. Abandoned Apartments - 19 photos; architecture, abandoned
  12. Abandoned Train Under Overpass - urban, transport, abandoned
  13. Sabine Street Bridge - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  14. Discovery Green - 45 photos; sunset, architecture, urban
  15. Hot Wells Ruins - 20 photos
  16. Chong Hua Sheng Mu Holy Palace - 1 photo; architecture, abandoned
  17. Downtown - 34 photos; architecture, urban
  18. Tundra Village - abandoned
  19. Chevron Buildings - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  20. Old Pearland Cemetery - abandoned
  21. Abandoned Bank Vault - 27 photos; wildlife, abandoned
  22. Colonial Apartments - 1 photo; abandoned
  23. Kemah Boardwalk - 44 photos
  24. Airplane Boneyard - 45 photos
  25. The Richardson & Carroll Mill - 14 photos; water, architecture
  26. Central Square - 38 photos; architecture, abandoned
  27. Battery Croghan - 17 photos; abandoned
  28. Shreveport Oriental Gardens - 45 photos; abandoned
  29. Presidents Mount - 1 photo; abandoned
  30. Willow Creek - sunset, landscape, nature, water, wildlife, abandoned
  31. Skyline Downtown - 45 photos
  32. Grand Prix Mini Golf - 8 photos; architecture, abandoned
  33. Chichen Itza - 45 photos
  34. Challenger Park - landscape, nature
  35. San Antonio Riverwalk - 45 photos
  36. Museum of Fine Art - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  37. Historic Fire Station - architecture
  38. San Diego Skyline view from Coronado Island - 41 photos; sunset, water, urban
  39. Oyster Creek Park - 41 photos; sunset, nature, wildlife
  40. downtown midland from corner of michigan and san angelo
  41. Aircraft Graveyard - 45 photos; transport, abandoned
  42. Mary Jo Peckham Park - 43 photos; landscape, nature, water, people
  43. Rattlesnake Bomber Base - urban, abandoned
  44. Fort San Jacinto - 45 photos; architecture, abandoned
  45. Fred Hartman Bridge - 44 photos; sunset, architecture
  46. Jungle Swamp Trail - 33 photos; nature, water
  47. Army Katy Terracotta Chinese (NOW CLOSED) - urban, abandoned
  48. McKinney Falls State Park - 9 photos; abandoned
  49. Dragonfly Motel - 35 photos; sunset, nature, abandoned
  50. Fred Hartman Bridge - architecture
  51. Ben Milam Hotel - 45 photos; architecture, abandoned
  52. Hangin Tree - nature
  53. Tucson Colors - 45 photos; architecture, urban
  54. Imperial Sugar Co - 38 photos; urban
  55. EVAC-53 (CH-53 Superstalion) - transport
  56. Old Jail, Richmond - 10 photos; architecture, abandoned
  57. NASA Houston - 40 photos
  58. White Abandoned Crack House - abandoned
  59. Mission Concepcion - 45 photos; architecture, abandoned
  60. North Park - water, people

Photo spots in Mexico, by area

Questions about photo spots in Mexico

What are the best photo spots in Mexico?

The top 5 of the 7,007 photo spots ShotHotspot has mapped in Mexico, ranked by how often they're photographed, viewed and voted for:

  1. Graffiti Wall - 45 photos, good for urban photography
  2. Houston Graffiti Art in Midtown - 23 photos, good for people and urban photography
  3. BAPS Shree Swaminarayan Temple - 45 photos, good for architecture photography
  4. Skyline from Eleanor Tinsley Park - 45 photos, good for sunset and urban photography
  5. Cullinan Park - 45 photos, good for water and wildlife photography

Where can I photograph the sunset in Mexico?

The top-ranked spots in Mexico for sunset and sunrise photography:

  1. Skyline from Eleanor Tinsley Park - 45 photos, good for sunset and urban photography
  2. Sri Meenakshi Devasthanam - 38 photos, good for sunset and architecture photography
  3. Discovery Green - 45 photos, good for sunset, architecture and urban photography
  4. San Diego Skyline view from Coronado Island - 41 photos, good for sunset, water and urban photography
  5. Oyster Creek Park - 41 photos, good for sunset, nature and wildlife photography

Where can I do a photoshoot in Mexico?

The top-ranked spots in Mexico for portrait, people and wedding photography:

  1. Houston Graffiti Art in Midtown - 23 photos, good for people and urban photography
  2. Mary Jo Peckham Park - 43 photos, good for people, landscape and nature photography
  3. Pima Air & Space Museum - 45 photos, good for people, transport and abandoned photography
  4. Downtown Tucson - 45 photos, good for people photography
  5. Reliant Astrodome - 45 photos, good for people photography

Are there abandoned places to photograph in Mexico?

Yes: ShotHotspot has mapped 417 abandoned places in Mexico, including Incinerator, formerly Jefferson Davis Hospital, Abandoned Apartments and Chong Hua Sheng Mu Holy Palace. Many are private property or unsafe, so get permission before you visit.

Abandoned places in Mexico

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