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Where to Find the Best Street Art in Manhattan

Terms such as “wall wanderings,” “wall crawls,” and “mural hunting” have invaded our vocabulary.

Since creative types started to use street art as a revitalization tool for once derelict neighborhoods, an interest to capture these colorful expressions have sweep the nation (maybe the world).

Hundreds of Instagram accounts have been dedicated to wall and murals.  The news about the latest finds are spread with hashtags such as #walltraveled, #wallcharades and #ihaveathingforwalls.

If we use the number of followers of these accounts as an indicator, we can say these artistic expressions are received with great enthusiasm.

I am one of those who have been swept by this trend. Over the past year, I have found myself more interested in finding spots with great street art.  Hey, I am not the most athletic or fit person in the world. Therefore, doing a walking tour, with the purpose of finding murals, kills two birds with the same stone.

For a long time, I have known New York City is a paradise for those who are into walls.  Even with two weeks in the city, I didn’t find the time to book a tour.  But, I was determined to return home with some nice pictures.

One afternoon, after finishing a food tour of the East Village, I decided to go for an impromptu wall crawl since I had a bit more than an hour of sunlight.

Here are my simple instructions to find the best street art in Manhattan.

Table of Contents

  • East Village
  • SOHO and NOLITA
  • Little Italy
  • The Bowery
  • Harlem
  • Details
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East Village

This is one of the hippest and coolest neighborhoods of Manhattan.  Get prepared to find eateries serving delicious and multi-ethnical food. I found great art along 1st Avenue and East Houston Street.

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

In the area, I found lot of works by an artist called Hek Tad, a native of The Bronx.  He is well known by a series of works denominated Love Drunk. His use of color gets my whole attention!

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Another famous artist represented in the area is James Goldcrown.  His colorful hearts can be seen all over New York and Los Angeles and other places like Chicago and Austin.  Not sure if there is a pattern somewhere but the use of hearts is prominent in Manhattan.

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Along Houston Street, there is a place called First Street Green Cultural Park.  Since 2008, a derelict building lot at 33 East 1st Street has been converted into an open art space serving the community.  Today, First Street Green provides ongoing cultural activity in First Park by engaging with emerging artists, architects, community and cultural groups through a series of programs that activate this public space.

The art in here has a lot of substance.  By looking at the murals, you start to think about causes such as human rights, political corruption and poverty.

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan, East Village, NYC

SOHO and NOLITA

It is not simple to determine where one neighborhood in Manhattan starts and where another one ends.  For example, some consider NOLITA (North of Little Italy) part of SOHO (South of Houston) but other considers it a different entity.

Even if you are confused by all this terminology, pay a visit to SOHO.  It has some of the most beautiful and unique (Cast Iron) architecture in the borough.  Plus, of course, it has some of the best street art in Manhattan (by the way, Manhattan is an island).

Well, in the area known as NOLITA, I found murals along Prince Street and Mott Street.

Where to find street art in Manhattan,NOLITA, NYC

In SOHO, Broome Street has some nice art.

Where to find street art in Manhattan, SOHO, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,SOHO, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,SOHO, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,SOHO, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,SOHO, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,SOHO, NYC

Little Italy

If you walk Broom Street towards the east, you are going to find yourself in Little Italy. Two famous murals by artist Tristan Eaton can be found in the area. One mural features Gigi Hadid and the other one Audrey Hepburn.

Where to find street art in Manhattan,Little Italy, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,Little Italy, NYC

There is another work of James Goldcrown on Broome Street.

Where to find street art in Manhattan,Little Italy, NYC

The Bowery

Once again, some consider The Bowery part of SOHO.  One way or another, you are going to find a great concentration of art if you continue walking along Broome Street (and Allen Street).

After taking a look in there, move to Allen Street, north of Delancey Street.  This is a wide street, so, you will need to walk on both sides to capture the different murals.

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,The Bowery, NYC

Harlem

On Christmas Day, my sister and I walked around Harlem.  I was able to photograph murals along Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard.

Where to find street art in Manhattan,Harlem, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,Harlem, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,Harlem, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,Harlem, NYC

Where to find street art in Manhattan,Harlem, NYC

Details

  • To spot street art, make sure you look in front of you, behind you, above you and even, at the floor. You may be walking in the direction against the mural, plus, sometimes they are in the least expected spaces.
  • I used an excellent resource created by the editors of Wear + Where + Well to find street art in SOHO and NOLITA. They include a map that you can follow.  You can find it in here.
  • I was interested in taking the Manhattan Street Art Tour offered by Free Tours by Foot. Unfortunately, time was not benign to me.  It may be something you want to check out.  They offer street art tours in Brooklyn too.
  • Find my guide for street art in Dallas here.

Where have you found street art in Manhattan?

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The best street art in Manhattan can be found in SOHO, NOLITA, Little Italy, Harlem and the East Village. Here is a guide to help you with your wall crawl.

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  1. Lolo says

    March 13, 2017 at 1:20 am

    OMG I love these!!! I love the hearts and the one of Audrey Hepburn! Pinned!!! 🙂 #MondayEscapes

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:14 pm

      Those are pretty cool and some of my favorites!

      Reply
  2. Fiona says

    March 13, 2017 at 2:17 am

    Goodness it is all so different yet each very artistic in it’s own right #MondayEscapes

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    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:15 pm

      I know. Each artist has a different way to express his / her message. Even works from the same artist are different. I really want to discover more street art from New York.

      Reply
  3. Buckeroomama says

    March 13, 2017 at 2:38 am

    Ooh, I LOVE street art! Wow, you sure got a cool compilation of street art around Manhattan. I definitely will refer back to these when I visit NYC next.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:17 pm

      Nice! I am sure there is more art around. Next time, I hope to take the tour because there are several pieces I know I missed.

      Reply
  4. Anna says

    March 13, 2017 at 4:23 am

    I’ve spotted a lot of street art in Williamsburg but very few in Manhattan. In Manhattan the best I’ve seen was in Chelsea I think (I was walking on the Highline) by Kobra which depicts the kiss between the sailor and the nurse after WWII (I think).

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    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:18 pm

      I didn’t have to check Chelsea or Williamsburg. Those are places I need to stop by on my next visit.

      Reply
  5. April Berry says

    March 13, 2017 at 7:36 am

    These are beautiful. I loved all of the pictures!! This is the sort of stuff I want to show my kids while on vacations when they get a little older. Thanks for posting! #MondayEscapes

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:20 pm

      Thanks April! I am sure kids will love these. Good thing is that they are concentrated around a not so big area. Plus, there are tons of restaurants and cafes around.

      Reply
  6. Photo Cache says

    March 13, 2017 at 7:47 am

    These are the kind of walking tours I am interested in taking either by an organized group tour or DIY. What a goldmine for wall mural lovers. BTW love those hashtags.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:22 pm

      I have not taken the tour but I have heard great things about it. My only worry is the pace. Sometimes, I need time to take pictures.

      Reply
  7. Carol Blanchet says

    March 13, 2017 at 8:19 am

    WOW! Those are amazing images! (both yours and theirs) 🙂

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:22 pm

      Thanks Carol! So good you enjoyed all the art.

      Reply
  8. Cristin says

    March 13, 2017 at 11:12 am

    Some of this art is unbelievable! I’m going to have to add this to my list of things to see in NYC. #mondayescapes

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:31 pm

      I guess artists want to save some of their best for cities like New York. I mean, you will get lots of eyes on your art.

      Reply
  9. Lisa says

    March 13, 2017 at 1:31 pm

    Wow some of these street artists are seriously talented! I would love to see these in person, it must be quite an experience. Thanks for linking to #MondayEscapes

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:33 pm

      Lisa, seeing street art in person is a treat for me. Now, I am looking for places where with great walls and murals.

      Reply
  10. carrie says

    March 13, 2017 at 7:52 pm

    Thanks for mentioning our mural guide! We’d love it if you could link back to our article.

    http://www.wearwherewell.com/guide-nycs-best-murals-soho-nolita-chinatown/

    Thanks again!

    Carrie
    http://www.wearwherewell.com

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:34 pm

      Your welcome! You guide was beyond helpful. I am glad I found it.

      Reply
  11. Pat --Mille Fiori Favoriti says

    March 13, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    You found so many wonderful murals in Manhattan, Ruth! I lived in Brooklyn and saw many in the Williamsburg neighborhood. After 9-11 there were many murlas all over the city that were depictions of the Twin Towers and the American flag, but I’m sure by now most have faded away or been painted over.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:36 pm

      I believed the ones you are talking about are gone (at least most of them). It will be nice to find some of those. I didn’t spend enough time in Brooklyn as I wanted. There has to be a next time.

      Reply
  12. Corey @ fifi + hop says

    March 13, 2017 at 9:12 pm

    Love this post. There is so much good street art to be found in Manhattan. Fantastic photos – pinning :). #mondayescapes

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:37 pm

      So cool Corey! Glad I made a case for Manhattan’s street art scene.

      Reply
  13. ladyfi says

    March 14, 2017 at 7:41 am

    Wonderfully colourful examples of street art!

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    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:38 pm

      Glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  14. Hilary says

    March 14, 2017 at 8:30 am

    Lovely! You’ve featured a great selection of different artists and even without an official tour it looks like you did great on your own! I’m a BIG fan of STIK and J. Goldcrown, as well as a few others, its fun to see them represented in different cities! #citytripping

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:40 pm

      I am starting to learn the names of the different artists. A lot of the stuff I saw in Manhattan reminded me of works in Los Angeles. Of course, it is because the same artist has work all over the world.

      Reply
  15. Nell (Pigeon Pair and Me) says

    March 14, 2017 at 10:20 am

    I love the fact that street can tell a story about where the community is at. Really interesting that there are so many hearts. They are beautiful to look at, but I wonder what that says about life in Manhattan/the US? I love this post – gorgeous. #MondayEscapes

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    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:41 pm

      That is an interesting way to see things. A lot of artists are into hearts because they want to spread messages about love and harmony.

      Reply
  16. Sarah Christie says

    March 14, 2017 at 3:10 pm

    Ruth I love, love, love this post, the art is just breaking, so so beautiful. I would just love to see these x

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:45 pm

      Sarah, I can feel your excitement! Hope you can see these one day.

      Reply
  17. klara says

    March 14, 2017 at 3:21 pm

    OMG! they are amazing! some of the best I have ever seen.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:46 pm

      That is amazing! Have to admit they are very good.

      Reply
  18. Rajes says

    March 14, 2017 at 9:27 pm

    Beautiful and artistic. Very innovative.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:47 pm

      Agree! Some of these are very innovative.

      Reply
  19. Emma says

    March 15, 2017 at 5:44 am

    Manhattan looks like it has some incredibly beautiful street art! Great post, your photos are brilliant! 🙂 #mondayescapes

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:51 pm

      Emma, thanks for the compliment. Glad you got a good impression of Manhattan.

      Reply
  20. Marcella ~ WhatAWonderfulWorld says

    March 15, 2017 at 7:24 am

    Oooh, the colours and the designs – love them! I think the ones in Harlem are my favourite 🙂

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:52 pm

      The ones in Harlem are unique to the neighborhood. They have been created by people of the community not famous artists.

      Reply
  21. Vanessa says

    March 15, 2017 at 9:08 am

    Wow so much beautiful art! I guess that Manhattan is a very inspiring place for artists! I love James Goldcrown’s works in particular 🙂

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:53 pm

      James Goldcrown is a favorite too (and I think may other people). I am sure artists feel inspired to create.

      Reply
  22. Mandy says

    March 15, 2017 at 9:38 am

    Fantastic post! Last summer my husband and I opted to walk from destination to destination in NYC rather than take the subway. We saw so much art everywhere! It was almost like we were discovering NYC anew! I definitely have hopes to return and just meander the streets of NYC more thoroughly looking for street art and eating at fun hole in the walls along the way. 🙂

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 19, 2017 at 7:57 pm

      That is a great way to see a lot! I love to walk too and did tons of that during my last trip to the city. Next time, I want to walk around Brooklyn.

      Reply
  23. Elizabeth says

    March 15, 2017 at 9:58 am

    I love street art! Thanks so much for sharing all these amazing pictures. We did a walk in Paris focused on street art. Clearly, one in London would be equally as satisfying. I love the heart made from hearts and dots. #CityTripping

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:30 pm

      I have read posts about Paris’ street art. I am sure it is fun (and surprising) to find street art on that particular city.

      Reply
  24. Kat says

    March 15, 2017 at 10:42 am

    Street art is one of my favourite things! I kept scrolling down and thinking “this is my favourite” and then, “no, this is my favourite!” all the way down. Awesome photos! #wanderfulwednesday

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:33 pm

      That is cool Kat! I know there is a lot of cool art in here. I have problems choosing a favorite too!

      Reply
  25. Al says

    March 15, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    What a great post – I’ll have to keep my eye out if I’m in Manhattan again. To answer your question on my blog, the Parthenon in Nashville was originally built for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition, and rebuilt basically as a tourist attraction.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:37 pm

      Al, thanks for answering my question. It would be great to see the Parthenon in Nashville (I have seen the original one).

      Reply
  26. Faith says

    March 16, 2017 at 12:53 am

    What a brilliant selection of street art – I adore NY even though I have only managed to visit once but it captured my heart and I can’t wait to get back there. I have pinned this so I will definitely check out the art when I return this year.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:38 pm

      Thanks Faith! I think NY has captured a lot of hearts. I hope you are able to return soon.

      Reply
  27. Sharon says

    March 16, 2017 at 6:35 am

    So gritty and vibrant. It would be hard to pick a favorite. No need to go to a gallery!

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    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:40 pm

      That is true! This is art accessible to everyone. I think in a way it is more interesting than getting within four walls.

      Reply
  28. Jo says

    March 16, 2017 at 9:04 am

    I really love your pictures you have captured a wide range of street art. There is a lot of artistic talent in Manhattan! #FarawayFiles

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:40 pm

      Great Jo! Manhattan is boating with great talent and creativity.

      Reply
  29. Katy says

    March 16, 2017 at 10:22 am

    Love this post Ruth. It’s been way too long between visits to New York and I love street art. I’d love to do a walking tour as you’ve suggested. To get my fix I have been watching The Get Down – it’s a highly dramatised series about the hip hop scene in NY. Have you seen it?

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:42 pm

      Katy, I have not watched the series you are referring to. I will need to check that out.

      Reply
  30. jesh StG says

    March 16, 2017 at 12:08 pm

    My favorite is the Audrey Hepburn – artfully done.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:43 pm

      That is a cool one! I have seen works by the same artist and they are lovely too.

      Reply
  31. Elizabeth (Wander Mum) says

    March 16, 2017 at 4:00 pm

    These are seriously impressive! Well done for finding them and capturing them so brilliantly on your camera Ruth. Great tips too. Thanks for linking #citytripping

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:47 pm

      Elizabeth, I am glad you liked the pictures. I had a great time walking around trying to find the pieces.

      Reply
  32. Erin Gustafson | Oregon Girl Around the World says

    March 17, 2017 at 1:34 am

    You know I love these! Too bad you couldn’t take the street art tour – I loved doing that in Paris. I recognize some of those artists – especially Shepherd Fairey – there is a large piece of his here in Copenhagen and we just saw one when in Paris. I love the hearts – I want that artist to come to Denmark! Cheers thanks for linking with #FarawayFiles

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:49 pm

      I had to google Shepherd Fairey but I know which of the pieces are his. Interesting how artists moved around the world doing pieces.

      Reply
  33. Trekking with Becky says

    March 17, 2017 at 11:28 am

    I can’t believe that I didn’t see ANY of this when I was in NYC. I’ll make it back one of these years, and I hope I see some. 🙂

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:50 pm

      Not sure how recent are these works. I have been to New York before but not to these areas.

      Reply
  34. Anda says

    March 17, 2017 at 3:33 pm

    How beautiful! It’s been a a very long time since I was in NYC and I know for sure that at that time there wasn’t much street art in the city. I’d love to go back and see photograph these sites, especially since I didn’t have much luck finding street art so far. #TheWeeklyPostcard

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    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:52 pm

      Seems like street art started to pop in Brooklyn and Manhattan couldn’t get behind. I really like the East Village, NOHO and SOHO.

      Reply
  35. Anisa says

    March 17, 2017 at 3:37 pm

    Great photos. You captured some really colorful pieces of street art and I love that. I think my favorite neighborhood for street art is the lower eastside. Thanks for sharing on #TheWeeklyPostcard.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:53 pm

      I didn’t go to the Lower Eastside. I have to go back.

      Reply
  36. Lauren says

    March 17, 2017 at 3:54 pm

    I wish I had found this post a few days ago! I was wondering around NY looking for street art but was just too lazy and cold to keep looking. I hardly found anything! These are all SO great and I’m definitely bookmarking this for later

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    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:55 pm

      It was cold when I visited. But, I bundled up and get going. I really enjoy walking around.

      Reply
  37. Sally's Tips 4 Trips says

    March 17, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    I love how graffiti artists have turned what was once just a way of being rebellious into an art form. Street art has become such a colourful way to brighten up areas that were once derelict.

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    • Ruth says

      March 20, 2017 at 8:57 pm

      Sally, I like that aspect about street art too. Nowadays, street artists are famous worldwide (and accepted as true artists).

      Reply
  38. Clare (Suitcases and Sandcastles) says

    March 18, 2017 at 4:36 am

    I love the street art you’ve captured here, Ruth! So colourful and vibrant. I must head back to New York soon and take one of those wonderful-sounding street tours with my kids. Thanks so much for sharing this on #FarawayFiles

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:49 pm

      I bet you kids will not get bored trying to find these. I think this is entertainment for the entire family.

      Reply
  39. Clare (Suitcases and Sandcastles) says

    March 18, 2017 at 4:42 am

    The street art you’ve captured here is just amazing, Ruth. It’s so vibrant and colourful. I haven’t been to New York in years. I’d love to return and do one of those wonderful-sounding street art tours with my kids. Thanks for sharing on #FarawayFiles

    Reply
  40. Photo(Geo)grapher says

    March 18, 2017 at 9:54 am

    What a lovely and colourful murals. Great shots, as always 🙂

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    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:49 pm

      Thanks a lot!

      Reply
  41. Michelle says

    March 18, 2017 at 7:20 pm

    Oh my gosh I desperately want to spend some time in New York City. I have only been there one time and in my early 20s for New Year’s Eve and I didn’t get to experience much culture at that time. I would love to see these beautiful murals. It’s taken me a while to start liking them but they sure do look better than vandalism.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:51 pm

      There is so much to see in New York! I have been several times and still have to check a lot of things. Need to go back to check out the art on the streets.

      Reply
  42. budget jan says

    March 18, 2017 at 10:40 pm

    We stayed in East Village in 2015 and loved how “out there” it was. I can imagine that their current wall art would be inspiring. How wonderful it would be to visit again. Great photos Ruth.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:53 pm

      That is a cool area to stay. It feels more local and authentic. I visited for the first time last December and it is an area I would like to visit again.

      Reply
  43. Jim ~ Reflections Enroute says

    March 19, 2017 at 12:14 am

    I love the work from James Goldcrown, but so much street art looks like it really should be in a gallery.Thanks for linking up, see you next weekend! #wkendtravelinspiration

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    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:55 pm

      So glad you got that impression! TO be honest, I do not think I would go to a gallery. Therefore, I prefer these works to be on the street.

      Reply
  44. Bumble Bee Mum says

    March 19, 2017 at 7:03 am

    That’s some amazing street art going on in Manhattan! I’ve pinned it up and hope that I would get to see them with my own eyes one day! #CityTripping

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:56 pm

      This would be a nice tour to do with your kids. I know how funny they can be, so, I expect great pictures.

      Reply
  45. Ava Meena says

    March 19, 2017 at 8:08 am

    You’ve captured an incredible amount of interesting street art here – wow! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:57 pm

      Glad you enjoyed these!

      Reply
  46. natalie says

    March 19, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    These are some awesome street art photos! I love walking around and seeing the public art any time I’m in a new city! Awesome
    #farawayfiles

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:58 pm

      We are on the same page Natalie! I am crazy about street art!

      Reply
  47. Rob+Ann @TravelLatte(.net) says

    March 19, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    Street Art always amazes me; the talent is just awesome! The number of murals you found in Manhattan is fantastic – had no idea there was so much! Thanks for the great pictures!

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 9:59 pm

      I think there is much more in the area. That is why next time I want to take that tour.

      Reply
  48. Laura says

    March 19, 2017 at 7:42 pm

    So cool! I live in Philadelphia and there’s lots of mural art here and I love it. I will have to remember this post the next time I am in NYC!

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 10:00 pm

      I went to Philadelphia and wasn’t able to find the street art. Have to admit I was a bit pressed for time. Hopefully, I will find tons of examples next time.

      Reply
  49. jill says

    March 20, 2017 at 5:32 am

    They’re all so interesting! I usually only find 2 or 3 per city that I visit but I think I’ll give it a go to find more on my next visit to New York!

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 10:02 pm

      It is great when you find tons of art in an area. I think more and more cities are welcoming this trend.

      Reply
  50. Laura says

    March 20, 2017 at 9:07 am

    Wow, I had no idea ll this street art was in Manhattan. I loved seeing your pictures, most especially the cartoon characters: Charlie Brown, Pepe Le Pew, and Yosemite Sam!

    Reply
    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 10:03 pm

      Isn’t it funny? I guess these artists get inspired by cartoons! I am sure there is a message behind.

      Reply
  51. Sallie (FullTime-Life) says

    March 20, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    This is all amazing Ruth! I had no idea about how popular hunting for street art has become . Beautiful examples here — such varied styles .. The heart ones make me smile; I would be happy to have a print of that artist’s work hanging in my home. But some of the others make you think harder. The policeman with all the reasons people have been killed swirling around his head made me want to cry.

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    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 10:06 pm

      The murals on the East Village were charged with social and political content. I noticed the less touristy the neighborhood, the more real the art got.

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  52. Anwar says

    March 20, 2017 at 7:07 pm

    Wow I didn’t know of all these places to find great street art in Manhattan. Now i have a lot to put on my list for the next visit!

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    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 10:07 pm

      Now you know! Hope you can visit soon.

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  53. Mary(The World Is A Book) says

    March 21, 2017 at 5:24 pm

    These are so neat! You captured such a great collection of street art here. We like walking around cities looking for murals too. That tour would have been perfect. What a great resource for our next NYC visit.

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    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 10:08 pm

      Thanks Mary! Hope you are considering a visit to New York.

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  54. Paula Mcinerney says

    March 22, 2017 at 10:57 pm

    Awesome, you did Manhattan Street Art and I did Melbourne Street Art. This always makes a city that much more inviting, than bare concrete walls. Love them

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    • Ruth says

      March 26, 2017 at 10:08 pm

      That is cool Paula! I would love to visit Melbourne.

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  55. Lyn aka The Travelling Lindfields says

    March 27, 2017 at 3:06 am

    You are right about streetart sweeping the world. I have just been in Napier, New Zealand where there are stunning murals.

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  56. Gattina says

    March 29, 2017 at 1:00 am

    This is real art ! Some of the wall paintings are really very beautiful. We have in Brussels also a map, indicating wall paintings concerning famous Belgian cartoon artists like Lucky Luke etc.
    You gave me a good idea ! I should do this walk.

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  57. Minoru says

    March 30, 2017 at 3:58 am

    H!! Nice collection of street art. I feel the vitality from many pictures. I enjoyed very much. Thanks for sharing.

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  58. Daniela says

    April 5, 2017 at 1:01 am

    Thanks most sincerely for the lovely comment you left on ~ My little old world ~, I truly appreciate it !

    Wishing you a most beautiful remainder of your week

    XOXO Daniela at ~ My little old world ~

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  59. artmusedog and carol says

    April 12, 2017 at 7:36 am

    Great street art ~ NYC is fun ~ too bad traveling is no longer fun ~ thanks for the great visual tour ~

    Wishing you a Happy Day ~ ^_^

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  60. Eileen says

    April 19, 2017 at 3:38 am

    Hello, what a fun tour. The street art is beautiful. I see so many favorites, the hearts do stand out. Lovely murals and art work. Thanks for sharing your NYC visit. Happy Wednesday, enjoy your day!

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  61. NatureFootstep Travel says

    June 8, 2017 at 2:43 am

    lots of street art in Manhattan
    🙂

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  62. Megan says

    July 26, 2018 at 8:45 am

    Hi, these are great, I can’t wait to find them in person! I’m curious if you know where a James Dean mural in NYC is located, I’ve seen pictures of it.

    Thanks!

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