Brooklyn Bushwick: Street Art Tour & Mural Walk NYC

Summary

Walk Brooklyn’s mural-lined streets with artists’ stories echoing

You’ll walk through Bushwick’s warehouse blocks with a local guide, see over 50 vibrant murals up close, and hear wild stories behind NYC’s best street art. Expect laughter with locals, unexpected colors around every turn, and moments that stick with you long after you leave Brooklyn.

What’s the experience like?

We met up outside some warehouse on Meserole Street — honestly, I almost walked right past it if not for the splashes of color creeping around the corner. Our guide, Diego, waved us over with paint-stained hands (he said he sometimes works on these walls too). First thing I noticed was the smell — a mix of spray paint and that bakery down the block. It was loud in a quiet way: trucks rumbling by, but also this steady hum from people talking in Spanish and English, music leaking out from somewhere. I didn’t expect to feel so much energy just standing there.

As we started the Bushwick street art tour, Diego pointed out a huge mural by Danielle Mastrion — blues and yellows so bright they made my phone camera freak out. He told us about Fumero and Dasic too; apparently some of these artists fly in just to paint here. The stories behind each wall were wild (one was finished overnight because the cops almost shut it down). At one point, Diego asked if anyone wanted to try reading a tag — I tried and absolutely butchered it. Some local kids laughed and then showed me how they’d say it in Brooklyn slang. That felt real, you know?

I kept running my hand along one wall — rough brick under layers of old paint. There was this moment when we turned onto Troutman Street and suddenly it was like walking into an outdoor gallery, but messier and more alive than any museum. The sun hit the murals at this weird angle so everything looked sharper for a second. I still think about that view sometimes. We ended near a coffee shop where Diego pointed out his favorite piece (not even signed), then he just let us wander back on our own if we wanted. Kind of liked that — no forced ending or anything.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Bushwick street art murals

• Meet at 282 Meserole St
• Tour Graff Tours Street Art
• View 50+ multicolored murals
• Learn stories behind murals

Top questions

Where does the Brooklyn street art tour start?

The meeting location is 282 Meserole St., Bushwick, Brooklyn 11206.

How many murals will we see during the tour?

You’ll see more than 50 multicolored murals throughout Bushwick.

Is there a local guide included in the tour?

Yes, your tour includes a knowledgeable local guide.

Is this street art tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it’s suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Does the tour operate in bad weather?

The tour operates in most weather conditions; dress appropriately.

Are public transportation options available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the meeting point.

Should I arrive early for check-in?

Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in before starting the tour.

What’s included

Your day includes a guided walk through Bushwick’s mural-filled streets with an insider local guide sharing artists’ stories; you’ll meet at 282 Meserole St., with easy access via public transport—just remember to dress for whatever weather New York throws your way.