Madrid: Hidden Street Art Tour
ID: GYG688889-1131399
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Country: Spain
Country: Spain
Duration: 02:30 hours
Description
Take a journey into the dynamic world of Street Art in Madrid as we explore one of its most storied and fascinating neighbourhoods- Lavapiés.
You'll meet you guide close by to the Lavapiés Metro stop, you will be finishing close by as well.
The tour is a 2 hour walk through the Lavapiés which is the neighbourhood known for it's vibrant Street Art scene. To round off the experience you'll have a drink at a local art gallery in the neighbourhood, where the tour ends.
You will see the big important murals which are as Instagrammable as your new sunglasses, as well as the small and in some cases tiny details which really add the colour to the neighbourhood and the tour.
You’ll get to know about the main artists on the scene, what their work symbolises and the cultural references behind it, you’ll even get the chance to meet local artists at the gallery visit.
You’ll leave with a newfound appreciation and skills to decipher the hidden messages on the walls around you, how to recognize different graffiti styles and types of street art from tags and paste-ups to urban sculpture, and much much more.
You'll meet you guide close by to the Lavapiés Metro stop, you will be finishing close by as well.
The tour is a 2 hour walk through the Lavapiés which is the neighbourhood known for it's vibrant Street Art scene. To round off the experience you'll have a drink at a local art gallery in the neighbourhood, where the tour ends.
You will see the big important murals which are as Instagrammable as your new sunglasses, as well as the small and in some cases tiny details which really add the colour to the neighbourhood and the tour.
You’ll get to know about the main artists on the scene, what their work symbolises and the cultural references behind it, you’ll even get the chance to meet local artists at the gallery visit.
You’ll leave with a newfound appreciation and skills to decipher the hidden messages on the walls around you, how to recognize different graffiti styles and types of street art from tags and paste-ups to urban sculpture, and much much more.
Highlights
- See some of the biggest murals by internationally famous artists.
- Discover some of the coolest hidden pieces that aren't in the guidebooks.
- Small group tours means you move tranquilly without bothering the locals.
- Discover one of Spain's coolest neighbourhoods.
- Finish off in a local gallery where you'll have a drink and VIP access.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We will meet in front of the Portomarin restaurant, if you get there early you can pop in for a coffee or a refreshment.
INCLUDED
- Curated route of best Street Art.
- Local guide's expertise.
- Gallery entry and drink.
NOT INCLUDED
- The piece of art you fall in love with at the gallery, you're gonna have to pay for that.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.