London Shoreditch: Street Art Tour Beyond Banksy

The walls here tell you what happened to Shoreditch before the guide does.

You walk two hours through Shoreditch's murals with a local guide who shapes the route around what your group wants to see, from the largest mural in London at the start to Brick Lane's street food and vintage shops, plus Old Truman Brewery's hidden pieces. The guide knows the artists, not a script, and the pace is yours. Wheelchair accessible, all surfaces flat, and public transport nearby.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Royal Observatory Greenwich10m
2. Spitalfields15m
3. Brick Lane20m
4. Old Truman Brewery15m

Explore Shoreditch street art and markets

• Visit largest mural in London
• Explore Spitalfields market
• Walk through creative Shoreditch area
• Discover street art on Brick Lane
• Visit Old Truman Brewery artworks

The experience

The spray cans rattle in the stencil work before you even round the corner onto Brick Lane. Your guide stops you in front of a piece that covers three storeys, the largest mural in London, and you realize this isn't the kind of street art tour where someone reads facts off a laminated card. This is a Shoreditch street art tour shaped by what your group actually wants to linger on, whether that's the bold work at Old Truman Brewery, the vintage shops mixed between the pieces, or the story of how one of London's roughest corners became one of its most photographed neighbourhoods, one wall at a time.

Two hours on foot, and the guide knows this scene because they're part of it. They've bumped into working artists mid-tour more than once, and they'll give you honest opinions on what counts as real street art instead of the polished stuff. You'll walk through Spitalfields (the market packed with independent traders selling vintage clothes and handmade jewellery, a proper slice of local life), and past the Banksy car tucked away in Ely's Yard at the Old Truman Brewery, plus pieces from Shepard Fairey and Ronzo. The neighbourhood is also a magnet for fashion and food, so if anyone in your group is more into trainers and streetwear than gallery walls, there's plenty for them too. The pace shifts with what catches your eye.

Brick Lane itself is a canvas. The street food is some of London's best, and the vintage shops sit next to some of the boldest work you'll see all tour. It's the kind of walk where you stop when something matters and move on when it doesn't, which is why families, friend groups, and art lovers all come back saying the same thing: this is how you actually discover London off the beaten path, not how you tick it off a list.

What’s included

• Your tour includes a local guide who knows the Shoreditch street art scene firsthand and shapes the walk around what your group wants to see.
• You'll visit Brick Lane, Spitalfields market, Old Truman Brewery, and the largest mural in London.
• The guide provides honest context on the artists and the neighbourhood's transformation, and can adjust the route based on your interests, whether that's more time at the market, vintage shops, or street food stops.
• All surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and the tour works for families with prams and service animals.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day19 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 17:00

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by London with a Local Tours

Is this one for you?Right for art lovers, families, and friend groups who want to understand Shoreditch beyond the famous names. The guide knows the working artists and the real story. Expect two hours on your feet at a pace you set, which is what lets the walk stay honest instead of rushing through a checklist.

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Top questions

How long is the Shoreditch street art tour?

Two hours, entirely on foot, with the route shaped around what your group wants to focus on.

What's included in the tour?

A local guide, access to all streets and attractions mentioned (Brick Lane, Spitalfields, Old Truman Brewery), and the stories behind the murals. Entry fees to markets or shops are separate.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Will we see Banksy pieces?

Yes. The tour includes the Banksy car at Ely's Yard inside Old Truman Brewery, plus work from other famous artists like Shepard Fairey and Ronzo.

Can families with young children join?

Yes. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the tour is good for families.

Is this a large group tour or private?

This is a private tour. Just your group and a local guide, not a scripted group experience.

What if we want to stop for food or shopping?

The neighbourhood is packed with independent traders, vintage shops, and street food stalls. The guide can adjust the pace to fit in stops if your group wants them.

Do we need to book in advance?

Yes, this is a private tour, so you book your group in advance. Public transport options are available nearby if you're arranging your own arrival.