Street Art Walking Tour

Street Art and Graffiti Walking Tour in Dublin

This guided walking tour explores Dublin's street art and graffiti scene, ideal for art enthusiasts and curious visitors alike.

Highlights

• Guides experienced in street art and graffiti, some active artists themselves.
• Discover lesser-known locations rarely found by casual visitors.
• Insider insights into Dublin's contemporary art scene and street culture.

Description

Graffiti has shaped urban landscapes throughout history, from ancient cave paintings to modern street tags. This tour reveals Dublin’s complex relationship with graffiti, highlighting both officially commissioned murals and illegal artwork that define the city’s character.

Participants will learn about the evolution of graffiti in Dublin, see key locations like Love Lane and Bloom Hotel, and hear stories about local artists including EDSK, Brutto, K-Bone, DZ, Maser, Subset, and the Minaw Collective.

The tour starts at Grand Social and ends at Love Lane (Crampton Court), lasting between 90 and 120 minutes. Accessibility is limited due to cobbled streets and stairs; please call ahead with any accessibility questions.

Tour Topics

• A brief history of graffiti
• Tags, throw-ups, and pieces
• Key locations known as Heaven Spots
• Artist feuds and council negotiations
• The Icon Walk and activism through graffiti
• Featured Dublin artists and collectives

Supporting Local Artists

After the tour, guests receive links to featured artists and visit a gallery where they can purchase prints, paintings, or commissions.

Additional Options

• Private tours available for groups, work parties, educational, or community events.
• Other experiences include art nights, pottery classes, storytelling, and Drink & Draw Ireland’s art events.

Booking Information

• Tours run regardless of rain; bring an umbrella or rain jacket.
• Parts of the tour are inaccessible for wheelchair users; contact ahead for details.
• Refunds require 5 days notice; no ticket swaps without 5 days notice.
• Tickets can be transferred to another attendee if unable to attend.
• Tipping guides is optional and directly supports local artists.

Includes

• Guided tour lasting up to 2 hours
• Local tips and recommendations to enhance your Dublin visit

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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