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Overview
Explore East London, recognised worldwide for its iconic street art scene, with talented local and international artists such as Banksy, Camille Walala, Mr Cenz, and Roa who have brought their art to the streets of Shoreditch. On this private street art tour, you will: Experience the dynamism and creative edge of East London’s street art and graffiti;Explore the hidden Banksy Street Artworks in Shoreditch;Learn about the history of the area and the rise of the artistic subculture;Explore the differences between street art and graffiti;Discover the diversity of fashion, art and food along the famous Brick Lane;Find the best gourmet coffee, vintage clothing, and local curry houses;Soak up the creative atmosphere of East London.London’s street art is beautifully ephemeral and transforming constantly. For every fresh new work that appears, a masterpiece from yesterday may be gone, but there’s no better way for you to discover this dynamic, on-the-pulse scene than by taking a guided tour through East London, the street art mecca of the city. With your expert tour guide, you will explore the ever-changing walls of the Shoreditch area – where shipping containers become shopping malls and train carriages are transformed into artist studios. The favourite haunt of hipsters, Shoreditch is also a veritable treasure trove of street art. From scrawled tags to stunning murals, stencilled stick men to giant intricate animals, immerse yourself in this vibrant sea of creativity. Sometimes political, often humorous, and always imaginative, your time on this art tour will transform the way you view scribbles along walls in every city. East London – especially Brick Lane – is synonymous with the subculture, street art and graffiti. It is also amazing for foodies, fashionistas, and bargain hunters. As you walk along Brick Lane and its off-shoot streets with your private guide, you’ll learn all about the history of Spitalfields Market, Whitechapel and Shoreditch.
Operated by
Travel Curious
Location
Your guide will meet you outside the Grind coffee shop , 213 Old St, London EC1V 9NR, United Kingdom
Duration
3 hours
Start Times
10:00, 14:00
Address
London EC1V 2NR, UK
Experience
Inclusions
- - A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group
- - Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places.
Exclusions
- - Food and drink
- - Gratuities
- - Hotel pick up/drop off
Venues
- Brick Lane
Brick Lane is famous for its rich Bangladeshi heritage, and recent hip regeneration.
- Shoreditch, London
There can be no doubting that Shoreditch is preceded by its reputation. The area’s transformation from the late 1990s onwards has been so dramatic that when other city districts around the country are similarly gentrified, the process is sometimes referred to as “Shoreditchification”. More recently, the second dot-com boom has seen the swift influx of tech companies establishing their headquarters here, often around Old Street Roundabout, which as a result is rather self-deprecatingly referred to as “Silicon Roundabout”. Crowded at the EdgeBut it’s not all about tech in Shoreditch. There’s a distinctive feel to the area, which you can see in the many old-school record shops, weathered cafes, vintage clothes stores and rampant profusion of beards of all shapes and sizes. Shoreditch isn’t quite as culturally cutting-edge as it used to be – but don’t tell that to the hipsters. Delights for the SensesStreet food is a thriving industry in Shoreditch. You’ll find Food Village on Shoreditch High Street, a covered area selling everything from soup to curry to pulled pork sandwiches. Have a wander inside and see what takes your fancy. Burrito in hand, strike out for some of the smaller streets in the area – Shoreditch is renowned for its street art, and you’ll find a colourful kaleidoscope of pieces by Banksy, Stik, Sweet Toof and others. Rivington Street and Great Eastern Street are particularly good places to look. If you’re after an unusual night out afterwards, head to The Book Club, a quirky, inaccurately named restaurant-café which turns into a bar in the evenings – whose interior is full of ping-pong tables.
- Whitechapel
An infamous East End neighbourhood synonymous with Jack The Ripper.
- Beigel Bake
Iconic 24-hour bakery known for traditional Jewish-style filled bagels such as salt beef and smoked salmon.
- Great Eastern Street
A main street running from Old St into the heart of Shoreditch, showcasing some of the largest street art in this area. Stand in awe of Camille Walala's 'Dream Come True'.
- Banksy's 'Designated Graffiti Area'
Banksy's statement graffiti piece, acting as a self-proclamation of artistic license which must be preserved.
Cancellation Policy
No refund is possible if you cancel.