As an Oakland Native, I didn’t get a chance to really explore the South Bay growing up. But for the places I have been to, these are my favorite Instagrammable spots.

This list only covers the South Bay. For more of my favorite Instagrammable spots in the Bay Area, check out my other posts on the North Bay and the City of San Francisco.

Here are the Most Instagrammable Spots in the South Bay Coast, SF Bay Area

I’ve also created a map with EXACTLY where to I took these photographs at the end. These pins come directly from the GPS marker on my photos.

Pacifica State Beach

This is home to the prettiest Taco Bell in the world (I didn’t make this up) and also offers great view of the beach.

Address: 5200 CA-1, Pacifica, CA 94044

Admission: Free

Montara Lighthouse

This is worth a visit if you really like lighthouses, it’s pretty small but cute. Probably no need to spend more than 20 minutes here.

Address: 8800 Cabrillo Hwy, Montara, CA 94037

Admission: Free

Pigeon Point Lighthouse

This is one of my favorite Instagrammable spots in the entire Bay Area. It’s a gorgeous place to catch the sunset, and the lighthouse serves as a great backdrop for photos.

Address: 210 Pigeon Point Road Highway 1 Pescadero, CA 94060

Admission: Free

Poplar Beach

South Bay has many amazing beaches, and I find Poplar Beach to be a pretty cute place to spend an afternoon. The beach views are great, but it’s the cliffs that really make for a great Instagram shot.

Address: Poplar St, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Admission: Free

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carton in Half Moon Bay, which is walking distance from Poplar Beach also offers incredible scenic views of the Pacific Ocean. Definitely worth a visit!

Address: 1 Miramontes Point Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Admission: Free

Map of the Most Instagrammable Places in the South Bay Coast, San Francisco Bay Area

Here’s a map of exactly where you can get the best Instagram photos in South Bay for your next trip. In order to use it, just open it on your phone and these pins should show up when you get there.

My most instagrammable maps include photos and a description at each pin so you know what you’re heading to.

You can also save and customize my maps for your own trip planning! Just click on the ‘view larger’ rectangle on the right hand corner -> copy map, and now you have a copy that you can customize to your interests during your visit!