Discover Marfa
24 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Marfa's Starry Skies
The incredibly dark skies around Marfa, perfect for astrophotography and capturing the Milky Way.
El Cosmico Hotel
A glamping resort featuring colorful airstreams, tepees, and safari tents. It offers a unique blend of nature and eclectic decor perfect for lifestyle and travel photography.
Marfa's Sunset Viewpoints
Scenic viewpoints around Marfa offering picturesque sunsets, ideal for capturing the vibrant colors of the sky.
Marfa's Downtown Architecture
Unique and eclectic architecture in Marfa's downtown area, offering opportunities for architectural and street photography.
Marfa's Downtown
A quaint downtown area with unique shops, galleries, and restaurants, perfect for capturing the essence of Marfa's culture.
Marfa's Main Street
A central street lined with unique shops, galleries, and restaurants, reflecting Marfa's eclectic culture.
Marfa's Unique Landscapes
The vast desert landscapes surrounding Marfa, offering opportunities for capturing unique rock formations and vistas.
Marfa's Art Galleries
Various art galleries showcasing contemporary and minimalist art, offering opportunities for interior and art photography.
Marfa's Street Markets
Occasional street markets featuring local vendors and artisans, ideal for capturing the dynamic and vibrant culture of Marfa.
Marfa's Street Art
Unique street murals and graffiti scattered throughout the town, offering opportunities for colorful and dynamic photography.
Marfa's Artisan Shops
Unique shops selling handmade crafts and local art, offering opportunities for capturing creative and artisanal settings.
Presidio County Courthouse
A historic courthouse with a beautiful interior and exterior architecture, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Paisano Hotel
A historic hotel with a rich history, providing a setting for capturing the essence of Marfa's past.
Ballroom Marfa
A contemporary art space featuring works by local and international artists, set in a unique desert environment.
Central Fire Station
A vibrant pink fire station that adds a pop of color to the town's landscape.
Marfa's Vintage Autos
Vintage cars often parked or displayed around Marfa, providing nostalgic subject matter for photography.
FRAMA Coffee and Visit Marfa Mural
Located at 120 N Austin St, FRAMA Coffee is not only a popular café in Marfa but also the site of the iconic 'Visit Marfa' mural, a standout spot for photography. This vibrant and colorful mural is painted on the exterior wall of the café, making it an excellent subject for urban and artistic photography. The mural’s bold lettering and clean design contrast beautifully against the minimalist architecture and desert light typical of Marfa. It encapsulates the unique artistic spirit of the town. Photographers can also capture reflections, play with street details like the adjacent laundromat sign, and incorporate local patrons for authentic lifestyle shots.
Stardust Motel Sign
A vintage motel sign with flickering lights, adding a touch of retro charm to photographs.
Marfa's Outdoor Spaces
Open spaces and parks around Marfa, offering opportunities for capturing peaceful landscapes and outdoor activities.
Marfa National Bank Building (Now Art Gallery)
An historic bank building now repurposed as an art gallery, offering interesting architectural photography opportunities.
Marfa Cemetery
A historic cemetery with unique headstones and a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for capturing thoughtful portraits or landscapes.
Marfa Public Library
A small library with a unique architecture, blending modern and minimalistic styles.
Marfa and Presidio County Museum
Located in a historic adobe home, this museum offers a glimpse into Marfa's history and culture through its exhibits.
Marfa National Bank
A historic bank building offering a unique architectural backdrop for photography, with its vintage charm and scenic surroundings.