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Where to Find the Coolest Street Art in New York City

 
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It’s no secret that I love New York City for so many reasons. Food, culture, easy walking, unlimited things to do…I could go on and on. I visit annually and this year was lucky enough to go twice. On the longer of the two trips, I sought out to find street art in New York City, and well, I found it. There’s a lot of it and there’s a lot of talent in it!

A great perk to street art is it’s free to see and photograph. It will also get you walking and help you see more of the city while quite possibly revealing things you might not have otherwise seen.

The downside to street art is that it sometimes is a changing mural or in a changing space. This means that depending on the holiday or event, what I see in February might not be what you see in August. In full disclosure, some of the ones I include below are changing murals. If it isn’t what I have shown here though, don’t worry. There will be something else cool in its place!

Some of the names of the murals are their official names and some I named myself because I was unable to find the official name. Oh, and if you are overwhelmed with keeping track of the murals and their addresses, they are all organized in a nice, interactive map at the end of the post. Don’t worry, I got ya! 😉

Would you rather do an organized street art tour? Try these!

Street Art in New York City

Pietro Nolita

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Although I’m not sure you would technically call it a mural, I love all the pink hearts on the door of Pietro Nolita! Speaking of pink hearts, this is a great place to go if you are visiting NYC with teens!

Mural Map
Location | 174 Elizabeth Street, Nolita
Artist | Hektad
Rotating | No

Blue Angel

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I was actually looking for a different mural and found this one in its place. All, that to say, surprise! You never know what you might find.

Just go with it, that’s part of the beauty of art.

Mural Map
Location | 17 Prince Street at Elizabeth Street, Nolita
Artist | C. Finley
Rotating | Yes

Be Mine Love Wall

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Jason Naylor is recognized by his bright colors against rich blacks, which I absolutely love! Jason’s motto is “creatively positive and positively creative”. He has been featured on HGTV and the Discovery Channel and has partnered with brands like Maybelline and Coach.

I thought this was a changing mural and I think it might still be since I was looking for geometric shapes in its exact location. However, this is what I found in its place in February. Thinking it was for Valentine’s Day, I was surprised to still see it present as of mid-June 2019.

Mural Map
Location | 242 Mott Street at Prince Street, Nolita
Artist | Jason Naylor
Rotating | Likely

Floral Mural

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Love and shoes definitely go together for me so I had to include this mural outside of John Fluevog Shoes!

Mural Map
Location | 250 Mulberry Street, Nolita
Artist | Jet Martinez
Rotating | Unlikely

FD Mural

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This mural is located right beside Ladder 20, Engine 13 on Lafayette Street in Nolita. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find any further information on it.

Mural Map
Location | 253 Lafayette Street, Nolita
Artist | Unknown
Rotating | Unlikely

Noodle Love

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British born James Goldcrown states he started his love walls of #bleedinghearts as a mistake. He didn’t think they would catch on. But hearts are the universal language of love. And, they did. Catch on, that is.

Mural Map
Location | 41 Kenmare Street, Nolita
Artist | James Goldcrown
Rotating | Likely

Tiger Mural

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Possibly the most expressive mural I have ever seen, South African native Sonny Sundancer created it in 2017 to raise awareness for tigers as part of both Project CAT and the L.I.S.A. Project.

Mural Map
Location | 184 Lafayette Street, Little Italy
Artist | Sonny Sundancer
Rotating | Unlikely

Hold Hands

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Right down from the Tiger mural are these stick figures holding hands. Other than the artist (Stik and LA2) I couldn’t find any other information.

Mural Map
Location | 188 Lafayette Street, Little Italy (2 doors down to the right of the Tiger)
Artist | Stik and LA2
Rotating | Unknown

Ombré Wall

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Ombré was all the rage not too long ago. In clothes, hair color and even nail art. So why not murals too? I personally love all the color that American artist, MOMO, put into his creation!

Mural Map
Location | York Street & Washington Street, Brooklyn
Artist | MOMO
Rotating | No

Massive Stampede-Elephants

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Craig Anthony Miller (CAM) aimed to bring together the neighborhood of DUMBO Heights to neighborhoods in Southern Brooklyn. The elephants signify community, strength, and resilience.

Mural Map
Location | Adam Street & York Street, Brooklyn
Artist | Craig Anthony Miller
Rotating | Unlikely

Massive Stampede-Birds

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Painted in November 2018 and supported by the NYC DOT Art, the murals pay homage to CAM’s favorite saying “always be mindful of your ability to fly”.

Mural Map
Location | Adam Street & York Street, Brooklyn
Artist | Craig Anthony Miller
Rotating | Unlikely

Louis Vuitton

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This one may already not be there anymore.

This mural of a well-dressed man is the vision and marketing campaign of Virgil Abloh, the creative director behind Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer Men’s collection. Inspired by The Wizard of Oz, his favorite story, you can see a little of the yellow brick road and red poppies as part of the window displays.

Mural Map
Location | 5th Avenue & East 57th Street (Louis Vuitton)
Artist | Virgil Abloh
Rotating | Yes

Buff Monsters

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Buff Monster is an NYC street artist who uses bright colors and funny characters to make the world more enjoyable.

Mural Map
Location | 205 Mott Street, Nolita
Artist | Buff Monster
Rotating | Unsure

Love Wall, Seamore’s

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Yet another (mini) love wall of James Goldcrown’s!

Mural Map
Location | 390 Broome Street, Nolita
Artist | James Goldcrown
Rotating | Yes

Big City of Dreams

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This Gigi Hadid mural is the work of Tristan Eaton, a Los Angeles based artist who, at 18, designed his first toy for Fisher-Price. His work can also be found in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).

Mural Map
Location | 395 Broome Street, Nolita (above the Park-It)
Artist | Tristan Eaton
Rotating | Unsure

Crying Face

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The Crying Face is by British artist Dean “D*Face” Stockton who discovered his passion and talent for art by doodling at his Monday-Friday job trying to find ways to kill time!

Mural Map
Location | 421 Broome Street, Nolita
Artist | D*Face
Rotating | Unlikely

Audrey Hepburn Graffiti

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One of NYC’s most popular murals, this Audrey Hepburn mural is another classic by Tristan Eaton!

Mural Map
Location | 176 Mulberry Street, Little Italy
Artist | Tristan Eaton
Rotating | Unlikely

Looney Tunes

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Bronx native John “CRASH” Matos got his name when he accidentally crashed the computer at his school. His art career, which started at age 13, now encompasses partnerships with brands such as Levi’s, Tumi luggage and Absolut Vodka. His work can be seen all over the world and he co-owns a contemporary art gallery in The Bronx.

Mural Map
Location | 328 Broome Street, Lower East Side (at Chrystie Street)
Artist | John “CRASH” Matos
Rotating | Likely

Buff Monsters 2

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Buff Monster cites pop art, ice cream, and Japanese culture (among others) as inspiration for his creations. He has partnered with brands like Apple, Disney, Hello Kitty, Samsung, and Coca-Cola. Pretty impressive, right?

Mural Map
Location | Chrystie Street & Broome Street, Lower East Side (on Chrystie Street side)
Artist | Buff Monster
Rotating | Unsure

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The Looney Tunes and the Buff Monsters are on the same corner and meet at the point!

Colorful Paws with Claws

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The CLAW is iconic of Claudia “Claw Money” Gold. She was the first female to partner with companies Nike, Mountain Dew, Calvin Klein, and others. She owns her own shop and collection called Claw and Co.

Mural Map
Location | 120 Allen Street, Lower East Side (at Delancey Street)
Artist | Claudia Gold
Rotating | Unlikely

Basketball

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Born in Pittsburgh, Matt Gondek is a deconstructive pop artist who currently lives in Los Angeles. A self-taught artist whose work can be seen globally, he created his first work, a comic book, in elementary school. His specialty is the ability to recreate the “clean graphic style of digital illustration”.

Mural Map
Location | 120 Allen Street, Lower East Side (to the left of Claws mural)
Artist | Matt Gondek
Rotating | Likely

Art Is My Healing

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DJ Neff is never bored and works every day. He is thankful for the ability to learn valuable lessons through hard work.

This is one that changes. Formerly, it was the salamander overlooking “Art Is My Healing” and now it’s a salamander overlooking things to do with music. Both are healing for me with music having a slight edge. Sadly, it looks like it needs to be redone again. I don’t understand people who look to destroy.

Mural Map
Location | 132 Allen Street, Lower East Side
Artist | DJ Neff
Rotating | Yes

Stay Dirty

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I actually came along while the artist was touching this one up. He apparently goes by the name “Dirty” so I guess that explains the title!

Mural Map
Location | 132 Allen Street, Lower East Side
Artist | Dirt Cobain and Outersource
Rotating | Yes

Essex Street Market Mural

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This mural by Brooklyn based conceptual artist, Gera “Geraluz” Lozano, is about a city block long (I nicknamed it the “long mural”) and reflects on the modern market of today.

Mural Map
Location | 120 Essex Street, Lower East Side
Artist | Geraluz
Rotating | Unlikely

Nelson Mandela

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Tired of all the negative going on, Gary Weingarten, co-owner of Verlaine, decided to put something positive on the roll-down of his popular bar (known for its lychee martini) in the Lower East Side.

Mural Map
Location | 110 Rivington Street, Lower East Side (outside Verlaine)
Artist | Israel Garcia
Rotating | No

Beastie Boys, Paul’s Boutique

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This is the latest of Danielle Mastrion’s Beastie Boys, Paul’s Boutique mural. Previously, there was a version 1 so it might change again in the future. Danielle is a Brooklyn native and has been painting murals all over the world since 2012.

Mural Map
Location | 130 Ludlow Street, Lower East Side (corner of Ludlow & Rivington at Wolfnights)
Artist | Danielle Mastrion
Rotating | Likely

Beach Mural

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I find this beach mural “cool” as it says on it, but I can’t find any information at all on its meaning or its creator. So, if anyone out there knows anything, please let me know! 🙏

Mural Map
Location | 1st Avenue & East 9th Street, East Village
Artist | Unknown
Rotating | Unsure

Black or White

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Created in August 2018 by Brazilian artist, Eduardo Kobra, this mural showcases Michael Jackson as a child and an adult. Kobra has more than 500 creations in 17 countries and loves to use many colors especially red and yellow.

Mural Map
Location | 400 East 11th Street, East Village
Artist | Eduardo Kobra
Rotating | No

The Braves of 9/11

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Kobra painted this mural in September 2018 to honor the FDNY firefighters who fought and lost their lives during the September 11, 2001 attacks.

Mural Map
Location | 780 3rd Avenue at 49th Street, Midtown East
Artist | Eduardo Kobra
Rotating | No

Albert Einstein

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Kobra is a fan of Albert Einstein. With a similar creation already in Sao Paulo, he painted another one in NYC of the genius riding a bike.

Mural Map
Location | 776 3rd Avenue at 48th Street, Midtown East
Artist | Eduardo Kobra
Rotating | No

Herald Square

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I love the color and creativity in this mural in Herald Square by Bodan Zhukovskyi. I think because I’ve always liked that “window” or “peekaboo” aspect of art.

Mural Map
Location | 993 6th Avenue at 37th Street, Midtown
Artist | Bogdan Zhukovskyi
Rotating | Unsure

Lamp Ladies

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Painted by artist and Boston native, Dorothy Iannone, this mural is a tribute to the Statue of Liberty as well as a poem by Emma Lazarus on the inclusion of immigrants.

Mural Map
Location | The High Line at 22nd Street, Chelsea
Artist | Dorothy Iannone
Rotating | Unsure

Mother Teresa and Gandhi

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Tolerance, painted in August 2018 by Kobra, portrays Mother Teresa and Gandhi, two figures who represent tolerance.

Mural Map
Location | 130 10th Avenue, Chelsea
Artist | Eduardo Kobra
Rotating | Unlikely

Statue of Liberty

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Painted in September 2012 as part of the LISA Project and Little Italy Merchants Association, this Statue of Liberty was created by Tristan Eaton.

Mural Map
Location | 113 Mulberry Street, Little Italy (above Cha Cha’s In Bocca Al Lupo)
Artist | Tristan Eaton
Rotating | Unlikely

Choose Love

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Choose Love was painted in 2017 for 12 Corners next door by Hektad, a Bronx native.

Mural Map
Location | 121 Mott Street at Hester Street, Little Italy
Artist | Hektad
Rotating | No

Click 4 Good

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This is a cool mural advertising a way to give to top-rated charities just by shopping online!

Mural Map
Location | 116 Mott Street at Hester Street, Little Italy (across from Choose Love mural)
Artist | Outersource
Rotating | Unlikely

Stop Wars

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Kobra created this Stop Wars mural with C-3PO of Star Wars in October 2018 to show his opposition to war.

Mural Map
Location | 391 Christopher Street, West Village
Artist | Eduardo Kobra
Rotating | Unsure

Love in Every Color

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Another one of Jason Naylor’s masterpieces. His style is very prominent and recognizable.

Mural Map
Location | 251 East 60th Street at 2nd Avenue, Upper East Side
Artist | Jason Naylor
Rotating | Likely

DNA

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The science-lover in me (I have a BS degree in nursing) found this DNA mural interesting. I also found it interesting that I couldn’t really dig up any information on it!

Mural Map
Location | 301 East 61st Street at 2nd Avenue, Upper East Side (side of Fusion Apothecary)
Artist | Unknown
Rotating | Unsure

Clandestinos

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Clandestinosis a husband and wife duo, Shalak Attack and Bruno Smoky, currently based in Toronto, Canada. Shalak Attack (Elisa Monreal) is Canadian-Chilean and Bruno Smoky (Bruno Revitte) is Brazilian. Their work is inspired by their Latin American heritage and fused together with current events.

Mural Map
Location | 209 48th Street, Midtown East (just down from Albert Einstein)
Artist | Clandestinos-Smoky & Shalak
Rotating | Unsure

Tiffany & Co

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Not to be outdone by Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co on 5th Avenue has some mural art of their own!

Mural Map
Location | 727 5th Avenue, Midtown
Artist | Unknown
Rotating | Unlikely

MAP IT!

PIN IT!

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If art and murals is your thing, then my guide to finding the coolest street art in New York City is a must. I've even included an interactive map to help! #streetart #murals #muralart #art #nyc #newyorkcity #newyork #travel #destinations #guide
If art and murals is your thing, then my guide to finding the coolest street art in New York City is a must. I've even included an interactive map to help! #streetart #murals #muralart #art #nyc #newyorkcity #newyork #travel #destinations #guide
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Hope you have a great time getting out there and finding all of the fantastic street art in New York. Of course, there are so many more murals I didn’t get to see. I mean, NYC is huge!

Have you seen any of this street art in New York? If so, let me know which ones you’ve seen. If the mural has changed and is different than what I have shown above, I would love to know what it was when you saw it. Also, if you’ve seen other cool murals I need to add on my next NYC trip, let me know that too!

‘Til next time…

Trimm Travels,

Heather

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32 Comments

  1. AMAZING post! My daughter and I are going to New York in October and look forward to seeing some of these in person!

    1. Hi Sage-Thank you so much-I’m really happy you enjoyed it! I really loved creating this one. Street art makes me happy! Thanks for reading and let me know what they look like when you go! 🙂

  2. I absolutely LOVE street art. Wandering about looking for creative art to photograph really gets you exploring a local town or area. I find that you get to see things you would have otherwise missed. My favourites here would be the Tiger and the huge Louis Vuitton Man (it’s huge).

    1. Hi Emma-I totally 100% agree! I find SO much I would never have otherwise seen if not for just wandering around usually looking for street art. The Tiger is my favorite too! The Louis Vuitton made is definitely gigantic and unfortunately, I don’t think it’s there anymore as it is a rotating space. Thanks for reading! 🙂

  3. I had no idea that you could become famous for being a street artist. I was drawn to Jason Naylor’s art and it’s no wonder that Maybelline and Coach have worked with him. I wonder if I have seen any of his collaborations… Gonna have to look that up now as I am curious. Also, so awesome he was also featured on two major TV networks

    1. Hi Candy-Yep, that was the same for me. I was completely drawn to Jason’s work too. It is interesting but I totally get it. They are so talented! Thanks for reading! 🙂

  4. I am sucker for street art and all of these look so stunning. It just makes the city so alive. It is good to see that the art is accepted and the city authorities have not taken any negative actions like removing them.

    1. Hi Ketki-No, just the opposite! NYC is quite welcoming of it. I think more and more cities (at least in the US) are moving in that direction because I see so much more of it now than I used to. That makes me happy! Thanks for reading! 🙂

  5. I enjoyed this post, and definitely recognized a couple of these when I was there a year ago. Now the tough part, how do you choose a favourite, there is so much talent in each one. I am drawn to the hearts and Be Mine by Jason Naylor.

    1. Hi Renee-Yep, Jason Naylor seems to be the favorite so far from my readers. I love all his bright colors against those black backgrounds. But I also really love Kobra’s work too! Thanks for reading! 🙂

  6. Going street art hunting in big cities can be such a challenge, because of the sheer spread. And that makes this post so useful. Now I know how to minimise my time hunting and maximise it enjoying the street art in NY.

    1. Hi Punita-You’re right it can be, so I’m glad you find this helpful. Happy hunting and thanks for reading! 🙂

  7. I love how street art stops you dead in your tracks and gets you thinking about life and marvelling at how on earth the artists could create these pieces in such huge spaces. Street art makes a city so vibrant and interesting. Every time I read your post I have a different favourite or 2… today it is the one to honour the firefighters of 9/11 and the tall one by Calndestinosis. Great post!

    1. Hi Alison-Thank you! I, too, wonder the same thing. How do they do it?? Their work is so passionate and I think it totally adds to the city! The firefighters of 9/11 is an incredibly moving one for sure. Thanks for reading! 🙂

  8. I adore a good graffiti, it brings so much individuality and character to a place. Be it the Tiger Mural or the Hold Hands, art makes even the most tepid corners gorgeous. Thank you so much for sharing this post, I’ll now spend hours finding graffiti all over the world, and not just NY, and making plans to visit them 😀

    1. Hi Mohana-I’m so glad! I totally agree that art makes the world gorgeous! I’m so glad you are going to start seeking it out when you travel. Have a blast and thanks for reading! 🙂

  9. Graffiti and street art have always had a history of being influenced by the present political and social issues. I completely adore them. Thanks for bringing up the pictures of these beautiful street art in New York. My favorite one would be the Noodle ones!

  10. I always love street art and NYC has some of the wonderful street art. Ombre Wall, Tiger and Holding Hands looks interesting to me. Thanks for sharing wonderful list with all locations.

    1. Hi Yukti-I love all those too, but the Tiger is my favorite along with Jason Naylor’s stuff! Thanks for reading! 🙂

  11. Wow, I’ve hardly seen any of this street art in the Big Apple! Street art is my favorite thing to see on my travels so I’m jotting all of these places down. I’ll be visiting my daughter in Brooklyn soon… can’t wait!

    1. Hi Carmen-Yes, definitely look it up…there’s a lot in Brooklyn that I didn’t get to cover. Make sure you see the art at Coney Island too! Thanks for reading! 🙂

  12. Of course they have great street art, but you know what? Every time I go to NYC I get sucked into all the other things to see and the FOOD! My next trip I need to take the time to check some of these out as I love murals! This is a great reference!

    1. Hi Andi-Oh you and me both girl! I’ve already done a couple of food posts on NYC and I have a few more to do. I always aim for something new to concentrate on each year (foodwise, well other stuff too)! Definitely check out all the amazing street art! Thanks for reading! 🙂

  13. So cool!!! I love street art – especially when it’s unexpected. I’m surprised at how many of these were commissioned by the stores they adorn. It surprised me to see the crying face (the blond) because I’ve seen that picture hanging in the Milwaukee Museum of Art. I especially liked the Michael Jackson mural. So well done. And the Holding Hands mural was sweet. What a great collection of art here! And a map! 🙂

    1. Hi Juliann-Thank you! Yes, I was surprised at how many were commissioned as well. It’s a popular thing these days and I’m so glad that this type of art is being so well received and appreciated. Thanks for reading! 🙂

  14. The bright colors from Jason Naylor are my favorite! I think some of the best street art in the world is in NYC for sure. Love how organized this is, and the interactive map! You are SO on top of it, I’m jealous, haha! Well done, you have some great finds.

    1. Hi Eileen-Thank you! Jason Naylor’s bright colors are my favorites too! NYC absolutely has some of (if not the) best street art in the world. I’d love to see all the street art everywhere to know for sure! Thanks for reading! 🙂

  15. You know how much I love street art and New York City! You put these two things together and I love it! Can’t wait to get back to one of my favorite cities and use this map to explore some more artwork I didn’t know about.

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