London's Best Street Art Locations

The epicentre of London's street art scene. Almost every surface — shutters, walls, doorways — is covered in murals, paste-ups and stencils from local and international artists. The art changes constantly, so every visit is different.

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Free to explore. Best on weekends when the markets are open. Start from the Shoreditch end and walk south. Allow 1-2 hours to see everything. Combine with Hanbury Street and Whitby Street nearby.

One of Shoreditch's most iconic street art streets. Home to Belgian artist ROA's massive three-storey black-and-white crane, and Argentinian Martin Ron's upside-down breakdancing Coldstream Guard — both painted over 12 years ago and still standing.

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Free. ROA's crane is on the east wall near the junction with Brick Lane — look up, it's huge. Martin Ron's piece is right next to it. The rest of the street has rotating smaller works.

Home to one of London's most beloved street art pieces: the Lady of Whitby by Australian artist Jimmy C, created in his signature dot-and-drip pointillist style. The vivid portrait has become a landmark of the Shoreditch art scene.

Free. The mural is at the eastern end of Whitby Street. A short walk from Brick Lane and Hanbury Street — combine all three for a thorough Shoreditch street art walk.

A key street art corridor running through the heart of Shoreditch. Features a large work by Stik and pieces by Thierry Noir running along the first floor of old warehouse buildings. The ever-rotating walls showcase both established and emerging artists.

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Free. Runs east-west between Shoreditch High Street and Great Eastern Street. Also check the side streets and alleys — New Inn Yard and Charlotte Road have good pieces too.

The courtyard of this former nightclub (previously Cargo, now an event space) houses two of Banksy's earliest London works, protected behind perspex screens since 2008. The pieces include 'The Guard Dog' and 'His Master's Voice' — rare surviving originals from the anonymous artist.

The Banksy pieces are in the outdoor courtyard area which is accessible during venue opening hours. Check the walls carefully — the perspex protection can make them easy to miss.

London's largest legal graffiti space — a 300-metre tunnel near Waterloo station where anyone can paint. Launched by Banksy in 2008 with the Cans Festival, inviting top street artists from around the world. The art changes daily, making every visit unique.

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Free, open 24/7. Entrance near Waterloo station — look for the ramp down beneath the railway arches. You'll often see artists at work. The tunnel is well-lit and has become a popular tourist spot. Connects to Leake Street Arches food and drink venues.

The iconic skate spot beneath the Southbank Centre, covered in layers of graffiti, murals and slogans. A cultural landmark since the 1970s, it was saved from demolition by a major public campaign. The pillars and walls are a constantly evolving canvas of bold street art.

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Free to view. The Undercroft is beneath the Queen Elizabeth Hall on the South Bank. Watch skaters and BMX riders alongside the art. Combine with a walk along the Thames to Leake Street Tunnel nearby.

Camden's premier street art hotspot, with large-scale murals covering entire building facades. The works are constantly refreshed, showcasing both UK and international street and graffiti artists. The colourful and thought-provoking pieces complement Camden's famously alternative atmosphere.

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Free. Just off Camden High Street near the markets. Also explore Hawley Mews and Hartland Road for more art. The Amy Winehouse mural on the Jewish Boys' Club building is nearby on Hawley Road.

One of London's most famous and most photographed works of street art — a stunning pointillist portrait of David Bowie in his Aladdin Sane persona, created by Australian artist Jimmy C in 2013. Located near Bowie's birthplace, it became a spontaneous memorial site after his death in 2016.

Free. On the wall of Morley's department store, directly opposite Brixton Underground station. Flowers and tributes are often left here. Also explore Ferndale Road and Saltoun Road nearby for more Brixton street art, including Louis Masai's bee mural.

One of London's longest-running legal graffiti walls, where anyone can paint. Located on the Stockwell Park Estate, it's been a key spot for the graffiti community since the 1980s and has hosted works by some of the UK's best-known graffiti writers.

Free. Under the railway arches between Stockwell and Brixton. The art changes frequently as new writers paint over old work. Best visited during daylight hours.

A unique curated collection of street art across Dulwich, East Dulwich and Peckham, where world-class street artists reinterpret Old Masters from the nearby Dulwich Picture Gallery. Founded by Stik and Ingrid Beazley in 2012, featuring works by ROA, Phlegm, Thierry Noir, Conor Harrington and many more.

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Free. The trail is spread across multiple streets — download the map from the website before visiting. Start at East Dulwich station. Allow 2-3 hours to see the full trail. Some works have faded or been lost over time but many remain.

A gritty, creative enclave across from the Olympic Park, bordered by canals and packed with street art on warehouse walls, railway arches and fences. The area's mix of artist studios, craft breweries and DIY venues makes it one of London's most authentic street art destinations.

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Free. Walk along Bream Street, Smeed Road and White Post Lane for the best art. The Lord Napier pub is covered in murals. Stop at Crate Brewery for pizza and craft beer by the canal. Best combined with a walk along the Lea Navigation towpath.

A community-driven street art project that has transformed Walthamstow into one of London's top mural destinations. Features large-scale works by internationally acclaimed artists including Conor Harrington, Helen Bur, Axel Void, Invader, Beau Stanton and Remi Rough.

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Free. The murals are concentrated along Wood Street between the station and Hoe Street. Notable pieces include Axel Void's 'Life' and Helen Bur's 'Need for Speed'. Wood Street station (Overground) is the nearest stop.

An unexpected street art hotspot in South East London with more murals per acre than almost anywhere else in the city. The Free Art for Penge initiative, organised by the London Calling Blog, arranges for local and international artists to paint spare walls across the neighbourhood.

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Free. Highlights include a Tower of London Raven by Aspire and a vivid octopus by Aero on nearby Southey Street. Penge East or Penge West stations are both nearby. Also visit the Southey Brewery which is covered in murals.

An emerging street art hub where local painters mix with big-name international artists. The Croydon Mural Project has produced over 100 murals around St George's Walk, coordinated by RISE Gallery. Murals rotate every few months, keeping the scene fresh.

Free. The art is concentrated around St George's Walk and the RISE Gallery. East Croydon station is a short walk away. Croydon has its own distinct identity separate from central London — feels like discovering a different city's art scene.

A street art corridor running between Bethnal Green and Hackney, particularly along Hackney Road and Bethnal Green Road. Features works from prestigious international artists including Alice Pasquini, Mr Cenz, Idiom and many others.

Free. Walk north along Cambridge Heath Road from Bethnal Green station towards Hackney Road. Also explore the side streets — Grimsby Street and Redchurch Street have good pieces. Globe Town Market Square sometimes hosts new work.

The colourful streets of Notting Hill host both curated murals and a restored 2008 Banksy work on the corner of Portobello Road and Acklam Road. The wider Portobello area features paste-ups and smaller works alongside its famous antiques market.

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Free. The Banksy is on the corner of Portobello Road and Acklam Road, near Ladbroke Grove station. Visit on Saturday for the full Portobello Road market experience alongside the street art.