We wander the streets of a new city in fascination, but it must be said that some do it better than others. Some even make the streets themselves the attraction.
New York City
The Big Apple has a well-earned reputation for artistic endeavour, with many of its streets a shrine to its gritty origins as a home to countless struggling artists. Popular graffiti installations in New York include the affectionately named Bronx Wall of Fame, a long stretch of artistic energy where the likes of Long Island’s Phetus and the late Iz the Wiz have painted its walls. Another great spot is The Bushwick Collective, a funky neighbourhood block dreamed up by local Joe Ficalora.
Those Brits sure are a creative bunch, and it is on full display throughout the streets of Bristol. Amongst the array of historical architecture in this old-world city, travellers can tour the streets and absorb the highly dynamic modern street art that adorns many of its streets. Some sections are even famed for their ever changing status, with new murals and graffiti art painted weekly. To take full advantage of the bohemian vibe, try taking one of the many art walking tours on offer.
Melbourne
Considered by many to be the cultural mecca of our great southern land, Melbourne is home to a plethora of vivid murals, sprawled throughout its many quirky back allies and narrow laneways. One of the best places to head to is Hosier Lane opposite Federation Square. Every nook and cranny of this street is a canvas, boasting brightly coloured artwork across the walls, windows, pavements, and even smaller objects like bollards and lamp posts.
Berlin
Germany’s modern-day reputation for being a global artistic hub is typified throughout the streets of bustling Berlin, with UNESCO even dubbing the European metropolis the “City of Design”. In between ducking in and out of its hundreds of sought after museums, take a stroll through the streets to view some of its most iconic artworks. The East Side Gallery is a must-see, comprised of hundreds of interesting art works etched into the longest surviving segment of the Berlin Wall.
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