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The Original London Street Art and Graffiti Tour

4.8 (1,498)$$ · Mid-rangeGuided Tour

Starting near Brushfield Street by Spitalfields Market, the tour weaves through the lanes around Brick Lane and Shoreditch where large-scale murals and ever-changing graffiti have covered walls for years, with guides explaining the artists and the area's shift from working-class docklands to creative hub. Because street art is temporary by nature, the specific pieces seen change constantly, which is part of the appeal for repeat visitors. With London's highest trendy score in this batch and a strong local score, it suits anyone wanting a grittier, contemporary counterpoint to the city's royal landmarks.

✨ Reasons to go

  • 1Two early Banksy pieces from around 2001 survive under perspex in the courtyard of the Cargo Bar on Rivington Street, right on the tour's patch.
  • 2The huge black-and-white crane mural on the route was originally meant to be a heron, but Belgian artist ROA switched to a crane once locals started calling it one.
  • 3The route passes a faded '3 monkeys' piece, one of nine Banksy works that appeared across London on nine consecutive days in August 2024.

💡 Good to know

  • 1Wear comfortable shoes, as the route covers narrow lanes and uneven pavement
  • 2go on a weekend to combine it with Brick Lane's market stalls
  • 3remember that murals here are repainted often, so a guide's local knowledge matters more than any fixed itinerary.

⏱️ Typical visit

2h

🕰️ Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

🚶 Walking intensity

Moderate walking

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Address

Brushfield St, London E1 6AA, UKGoogleApple
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Hours

Multiple daily departures, ~2 hours each.
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Booking

Booking required

What people say

"Praised the guide’s knowledge and engaging explanations."

Peter, Germany

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