Best Places to Find Street Art in London

Want to see amazing art in the streets of London? The capital city is one of the best places to find street art, and it’s completely free for everyone to appreciate.  

Read on for our complete guide to street art in London.  

Camden Town  

Camden is a total art hub and one of the city’s most vibrant areas. The vast majority of Camden’s street art can be seen on a walk between Chalk Farm, Camden and Mornington Crescent Tube stations.  

Camden’s longest standing piece of street art is Camden Lock Bridge in the centre of the area. The bridge was originally painted by John Bulley in 1989 and was repainted in 2014. This landmark has since become incredibly iconic. Other popular places to find street art in Camden include Kentish Town Road, Buck Street, and Hawley Road, one of the most colourful streets in London.  

Leake Street Tunnel  

Hidden underneath Waterloo Station, Leake Street Tunnel is one of London’s most incredible street art spots. This 300-metre tunnel is home to a legal graffiti wall, which has featured eye-catching artwork since 2008.  

Street artist Banksy chose Leake Street Tunnel as the location for the ‘Cans’ festival, which saw several street artists descend into the tunnel and paint the walls. Leake Street Tunnel was transformed from a dark, dingy underpass into a bright, bold street art scene where artists could come and showcase their talent.   

There’s a huge number of artists who work on the tunnel, meaning there’s always something new to see. 

Dalston Junction  

The area around Dalston Junction is brimming with fantastic street art. The best places to see artwork here include Richmond Road and Hartwell Lane.  

Just a short walk from Dalston Junction, Richmond Road is home to some pretty mesmerising street art. Here you’ll find Passing Clouds, a former community-run music venue completely covered with vivid and interesting art.  

Hartwell Lane is another great spot, located opposite the entrance to Dalston Junction. Hartwell Lane is also situated just beyond a particularly impressive piece of street art, the Dalston Lane Mural. Painted in 1985, this mural depicts a bustling scene from the 1983 Hackney Peace Carnival. It’s one of London’s best murals – definitely one to check out.  

Shoreditch  

Shoreditch boasts an ever-changing art scene, with plenty of spots to snap a cool picture. Some of the best places to find street art in Shoreditch include Old Street and Rivington Street.  

Old Street is home to Camille Walala’s Dream Come True project, a full-façade mural painted on an office building. Walala spent ten days transforming this building into an amalgamation of colourful dots and lines to make an impactful visual statement. Head to Shoreditch to check out this cool street art for yourself.  

Rivington Street also boasts a myriad of wonderful artwork. The exterior of the former Red Gallery is covered with work by talented urban artists. One of the building’s current highlights is Saoirse 68 by Anne McCloy, which is among the biggest street art pieces in London.  

If you’re particularly interested in Shoreditch street art, you can join a guided tour of the area led by a passionate specialist tour guide. 

Hackney Wick 

Located close to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Hackney Wick is a complete treasure trove of brilliant street art. This once industrial area of East London is now home to artists and other creatives, and this population has given rise to a thriving street art scene.  

Travel to Hackney Wick Station, and you’ll be greeted with remarkable artwork as soon as you step outside. Head down White Post Lane to Lord Napier Pub, a building totally covered with art and graffiti, including its interiors. 

Bethnal Green  

Bethnal Green has lots to offer when it comes to excellent street art. Head to Clare Street to witness the Winking Cat project by street artist Irony. Or check out the Bethnal Green mural painted in 2020 by Angry Dan, a street artist known for creating big, bright murals.   

Visit Bethnal Green Road to see the Save the Bees project, a powerful piece with a strong message about the environment. Or take a look at the mural of a purple-haired woman on St Matthews Row – the colours used for this project are truly magnificent.  

And if you’re a fan of Banksy, it’s worth checking out one of his well-hidden works of art on the side of Bethnal Green’s Working Men’s Club. This authentic Banksy piece consists of a bright yellow flower reaching up towards the top of the building.  

Plan a Stay in London  

Planning a short break in London? Whether you’re exploring the city’s street art or checking out other highlights London has to offer, it’s important to find a great hotel to unwind in after a busy day.  

Our NYX Hotel London Holborn has plenty to offer, from its vibrant atmosphere to its modern, spacious rooms. Enjoy delicious food and drink at the hotel’s restaurant, open from early morning to late night, and relax at the Rena Spa. And with its central location, you’ll never be too far away from London’s top attractions when you book a stay at this hotel.