Bushwick Street Art Insights with Graff Tours
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, involves walking on flat city streets at a casual pace.
Overview
Discover Bushwick’s vivid street art on a private guided tour with Graff Tours. Dive into the stories behind over 25 murals by renowned NYC artists and experience the neighborhood’s raw creative energy firsthand.
Private - Brooklyn Street Art Tour
Explore Bushwick Street Art
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About This Adventure
Embark on a private tour of Bushwick, where over 25 vibrant murals turn warehouses into an expansive outdoor art gallery. Discover the captivating stories behind the artwork from an insider, featuring renowned artists like Nick Walker and Jason Naylor. Experience the essence of NYC's street art scene before it evolves.
Who better to guide you around the neighborhood than local street artists themselves?
Rates
- Groups of 1-5 People - $150
- Groups of 6-10 People - $250
Duration
2 hours
About
Although relatively unknown, Bushwick is the most exciting area for street art today with walls covered with the world’s best artists. The Bushwick Collective and curator Joseph Ficalora have put together an outdoor art gallery with an incredible variety. We start with some of the early street artists like Blek Le Ratand Jef Aerosol who were pioneers in the stencil game in the early 80’s. We then move to Eelco Virus and Icy and Sot new school graffiti practitioners. Come take a tour in a neighborhood where real artists live and get down. See over 20 walls from artists like Dasic, Nychos, Rubin, Damien Mitchell, and many more.
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The tour covers multiple mural locations on city streets; sturdy shoes help you stay comfortable throughout.
Bring a Camera with Good Zoom
Mural details can be intricate; a camera with zoom will help capture the finer points of the artwork.
Check Weather Before Booking
Tours take place outdoors, so rain or extreme temperatures may affect the experience or rescheduling.
Respect the Neighborhood
Bushwick is a residential community; follow local guidelines and avoid disrupting residents during your visit.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban sparrows
- Pigeons common around murals
History
Bushwick’s history spans industrial boom to cultural resurgence, with street art playing a major role since the early 2000s.
Conservation
Graff Tours supports local artist communities and advocates for maintaining open public art spaces amid urban development pressures.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Every tour requires city walking over pavement and occasional uneven surfaces.
Camera or Smartphone
To capture detailed mural art and share your visual experience.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen and a hat guard against sun exposure when touring in warmer months.
summer|spring specific
Layered Clothing
Layers help adjust to changing outdoor temperatures and keep you comfortable.
fall|spring|winter specific