Discover Philadelphia’s vibrant urban art scene with a live virtual tour of Steve Powers’ iconic murals. "A Love Letter for You" showcases the city’s stories told through bold public artworks along the Market-Frankford train line.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for all ages and abilities
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History
Mural Arts Philadelphia began in 1984, evolving into one of the largest public art programs in the U.S., transforming public spaces and communities.
Conservation
The organization is committed to using art as a tool for social change, emphasizing sustainable community engagement rather than environmental impact.
Mural Arts Philadelphia
Discover Philadelphia’s vibrant urban art scene with a live virtual tour of Steve Powers’ iconic murals. "A Love Letter for You" showcases the city’s stories told through bold public artworks along the Market-Frankford train line.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is a Philadelphia-based organization that offers guided tours and public art experiences across the city. The organization leads a variety of 90-minute walking tours and trolley tours through what is described within its experiences as Philadelphia’s largest outdoor gallery. Tours cover four decades of mural work and explore neighborhoods including the Spring Arts District, Fashion District, South Street, Germantown, Bella Vista, and Hawthorne.
Guided options include themed walking tours — such as Center City East, Center City West, South of South, Historic Germantown, and the New Bella Vistas route — as well as trolley tours like the Masterpieces East Trolley Tour and the Black History Month Civic Heroes Trolley Tour. Specialty offerings include the Outside In Art Tour, which visits murals, mosaics, and sculptures in the Fashion District and notes small-group experiences, and a fall photography course that pairs a mini photography workshop led by a professional photographer with a guided mural walk.
Tours focus on the stories behind each artwork, the artists, and the community context that shaped the pieces. Professional guides and instructors share historical, cultural, and artistic insights during each 90-minute experience. Mural Arts Philadelphia is featured on The Adventure Collective and provides consistent access to outdoor public art across Philadelphia’s diverse neighborhoods.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Tours operate across city neighborhoods
Typical Duration
90 minutes
Most experiences last ninety minutes
Tours Offered
11 tours
Walking, trolley, and workshop options
Art History
4 decades
Murals spanning forty years
Choose a 90-minute walking or trolley tour, join a small-group Outside In excursion, or sign up for the photography workshop to experience four decades of public art.
Have a Stable Internet Connection
Since this is a live Zoom tour, ensure your internet is stable to fully enjoy the guided experience.
Engage with the Guide
Ask questions during the live session to get deeper insights into the murals and their stories.
Prepare a Comfortable Viewing Space
Set up your device in a quiet area with good audio so you can absorb the details and storytelling.
Purchase Tickets in Advance
Tickets must be bought before the tour date to receive your Zoom link by email.
Device with Zoom Capability
Necessary to join and participate in the live virtual tour.
Good Quality Headphones
Enhances audio clarity for an immersive experience.
Notebook and Pen
Great for jotting down favorite murals or questions.
Comfortable Seating
Allows you to stay focused throughout the one-hour session.