London: East End Street Art Tour and Spray Painting Session

Discover the dynamic street art scene of London’s East End with an immersive tour and hands-on workshop. Guided by a local expert, you’ll explore the diverse murals, graffiti, and paste-ups that adorn the vibrant neighborhoods of Whitechapel and Shoreditch. Learn the stories and techniques behind the works of renowned artists like Banksy, ROA, and Shepard Fairey. Then, unleash your own creativity in a spray painting session, where you’ll master the skills to create a unique street-inspired masterpiece. This captivating experience promises to transport you into the heart of the city’s thriving artistic community. Discover the hidden gems and uncover the inspirations that make this scene so dynamic.

Key Points

• Explore the vibrant street art scene in East London neighborhoods like Whitechapel and Shoreditch on a guided 2-hour tour.
• Learn spray painting techniques and create your own street art masterpiece in a 45-minute workshop led by local experts.
• Discover thought-provoking works by renowned artists like Banksy, ROA, and Shepard Fairey.
• Enjoy the flexibility of free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance and a reserve-now-pay-later option.
• Enjoy the creative energy and authenticity of East London’s evolving street art canvas.

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Tour Overview

The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance and a reserve now, pay later option.

It’s a 3-hour experience that includes a 2-hour guided tour and a 45-minute spray painting workshop, allowing participants to discover the vibrant street art scene in East London and create their own masterpiece.

Guided by a local expert, the tour explores the streets of Whitechapel and Shoreditch, showcasing works by renowned artists like Banksy, ROA, Shepard Fairey, Jimmy C, Invader, and Stik.

The workshop provides all necessary materials for participants to put their newfound knowledge into practice, as they learn spray painting techniques and create their own unique street art piece to take home.

Free Cancellation and Reservations

With the tour’s free cancellation policy up to 24 hours in advance, travelers can conveniently reserve their spot now and pay later, ensuring flexibility in their plans. This reserve now, pay later option allows guests to secure their place on the tour without the immediate financial commitment, making it easier to fit into their schedule.

Cancellation Policy	Reserve Now, Pay Later
Free up to 24 hours	✓
Hassle-free booking	✓
Flexible scheduling	✓
No upfront payment	✓
Limited availability	✓

This combination of convenience and cost-efficiency makes the London East End Street Art Tour and Spray Painting Session an attractive option for those interested in exploring the vibrant street art scene.

Guided Tour and Workshop

Guided tours and a hands-on spray painting workshop form the core of this immersive East London street art experience.

During the 2-hour guided portion, a local expert leads visitors through the vibrant neighborhoods of Whitechapel and Shoreditch, highlighting the stories and techniques behind world-renowned works by artists like Banksy, ROA, and Shepard Fairey.

Afterwards, participants engage in a 45-minute spray painting workshop, where they’ll learn firsthand the skills required to create their own street art masterpiece to take home as a memento.

Whether you’re an aspiring artist or simply want to learn about the creativity of London’s urban landscape, this tour and workshop offer an unforgettable opportunity to discover and experience the city’s thriving street art scene.

Vibrant Street Art Scene

London’s East End boasts a vibrant street art scene that captivates visitors from around the world. Renowned artists like Banksy, ROA, and Shepard Fairey have left their mark on the neighborhood’s walls, transforming the urban landscape into an open-air gallery of thought-provoking and visually striking works.

This thriving artistic community is characterized by:

Diverse artistic styles, from intricate murals to stencil-based graffiti and whimsical paste-ups.

Socially-conscious themes that challenge the status quo and raise awareness on important issues.

A constantly evolving canvas, as new pieces emerge and old ones are painted over.

A sense of authenticity and community, with local artists leaving their indelible mark on the area.

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Works by Renowned Artists

The tour showcases works by some of the most renowned street artists, including Banksy’s satirical political pieces, ROA’s striking monochromatic murals of animals, and Shepard Fairey’s iconic ‘OBEY’ graphics. Visitors can marvel at Jimmy C’s distinctive calligraphic style, Invader’s innovative mosaic tile works, and Stik’s minimalist human figures. These artists have left an indelible mark on the East London landscape, transforming the streets into an open-air gallery of thought-provoking and visually stunning creations.

Artist	Style
Banksy	Satirical political pieces
ROA	Monochromatic animal murals
Shepard Fairey	‘OBEY’ graphics

Explore Whitechapel and Shoreditch

Traversing the vibrant neighborhoods of Whitechapel and Shoreditch, participants on the tour uncover the diverse street art that has transformed these urban landscapes. Renowned for their gritty charm and creative energy, these East London enclaves serve as the canvas for an array of thought-provoking murals, stencils, and installations.

The tour explores:

1. Vibrant alleyways adorned with kaleidoscopic murals, each one a striking visual statement.

2. Towering walls featuring the bold, iconic works of renowned artists like Banksy and ROA.

3. Intricate paste-ups and stencils that inject political commentary and social critique into the public space.

4. Unexpected pockets of art, where street artists have taken over abandoned buildings and forgotten corners.

Spray Painting Workshop

After exploring the vibrant street art throughout Whitechapel and Shoreditch, participants are invited to unleash their own creativity during a hands-on spray painting workshop.

The 45-minute session provides all the necessary materials, allowing attendees to design and execute their own unique street art piece to take home as a memento of the experience.

Under the guidance of a local expert, the workshop teaches proper spray painting techniques and tips for producing dynamic, visually-striking artworks. Participants will have the chance to experiment with different spray paint colors and styles, honing their skills to create their very own street-inspired masterpiece.

This interactive workshop offers a fun and immersive way to engage with the East End’s thriving urban art scene.

Meeting Point and Additional Information

Participants will meet under the White Goat Statue on Brushfield Street, outside Old Spitalfields Market to begin the tour.

The tour isn’t suitable for children under 10 years, and it’s likely to sell out, so early booking is recommended.

The tour includes the following:

1. A 2-hour guided tour exploring the vibrant street art scene in East London.
2. A 45-minute spray painting workshop where participants can create their own street art masterpiece to take home.
3. All materials needed for the spray painting workshop, including a card to paint on.
4. A local guide who’ll provide insights into the history and stories behind the street art.

Recap

Discover the vibrant street art scene of East London on this captivating 3-hour experience.

Explore renowned murals, graffiti, and paste-ups, and learn about the stories behind the works of artists like Banksy.

Then, unleash your own artistic flair in a spray painting workshop, where you’ll create your own street-inspired masterpiece to take home.

You can check if your dates are available here: