Canada · STREET ART
The good street art tours fill weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Montreal street art on Saint-Laurent and the Main with a small-group local guide, plus special MURAL Festival time, end at Park of Portugal.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable and had entertaining stories and insights about the art and artists.”
Vancouver in a 3-hour walk: street art murals in Mount Pleasant, behind-the-scenes at Beaumont Studios, and craft beer tastings included.
“Andrew! He was a great tour guide and knew the area so well. He could tell us about the history of the art and the area and also make great suggestions for flights of beer to try.”
Stroll Toronto’s Queen Street West alleys with an expert guide, learn graffiti history and styles, and hear the debate behind the art.
“Good info on the history of the artists and tagging/throws. Look for the Uber birds! 🕵🏼♀️. Walk returns you to starting point which is nice.”
3-hour, $69 small-group walk: Olympic Village views, Honest to Pete coffee at Beaumont Studios, and Mount Pleasant street art.
“Great walking tour! Awesome murals in Vancouver! Our guide was great and VERY knowledgeable! The talent is unbelievable!”
A 3-hour small-group walk through Calgary street art plus brewery tastings, focused on stories behind the murals in Beltline.
“So much fun! The street art was so eclectic. Daryl had the backstories on the artists and murals. Got to know a piece of Calgary that few would know. The brewery’s were a great addition and the perfect pit stops to get to know one another.”
Toronto street art tour led by local artist Chloe in College West and Dundas West, $8 for 2 hours, plus restaurant and bar tips.
“Chloe is the best! I’ve done these types of tours all over the world and this was in the top 3. I really appreciate that it was led by a female artist and loved the graffiti lingo and honesty. I ate at two of the restaurants on their list of recommendations too! Do the tour it’s worth it!”
A 3-hour Calgary walk pairing street art murals with craft beer tastings at two breweries, plus local tips and easy downtown views.
“Excellent tour with Daniel. Saw some terrific mural art in downtown Calgary. Stops at two beer serving establishments was an added treat.”
2-hour Dundas Street West street art and graffiti walk with a local artist guide, murals and laneway stops, plus food and sights tips.
“It was very informative and the guide was excellent. Reja gave excellent information about the artists and what each was depicting and the stories behind them.”
Ottawa street art scavenger game on your phone. Follow clues to murals across downtown at your pace, with 24/7 support.
“A very fun way to explore the city! Plenty of art and cardio... Killing 2 birds with 1 stone :) Tip: Wear comfortable shoes.”
A small-group Montreal street art walk through Le Plateau, the Leonard Cohen mural, Rue Duluth, and Little Portugal for $28.95.
“Incredible street art in Montreal - over 4000 installations. Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging.”
A 2-hour guided walk through Montreal’s Plateau street art, with 35+ murals, great stories, and smart local food tips.
“Thank you Eduardo, super nice visit, well documented. Pastries and small drinks are very popular. I recommend this tour to everyone! Eduardo speaks both French and Spanish. Thank you so much!!! And long live art!”
3-hour Mount Pleasant street art and craft coffee tour with cupping, roastery tastings, and Beaumont Studios access, limited to 8.
“It was a great and different kind of tour. We had Fran as our tour guide and she showed us some fantastic spots of art and local coffee. Great tour!”
Six time zones of days out, sorted by the kind of day.
