BEST OF · FRANCE STREET ART TOURS
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 france street art tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back out to the wall.
Visit Musée Banksy in Paris for a self-guided display of more than 120 mural works from Bristol, London, Bethlehem, Los Angeles, and beyond. Allow one to two and a half hours to read the artwork notes, explore the sound-enhanced rooms, and browse the museum shop. French is the stated language.
“Really cool, creative and small exhibit of Banksy’s work.”
Walk through Belleville with an artist guide and learn how to read Paris street art, from graffiti techniques to political messages. Guides have included Sandrine, Thom Thom, Marie, Myriam, Mr Byste, Kasia, and Stephan. Expect about two hours of walking, city views, and lesser-known corners.
“He had a fabulous tour of Belleville Street Art with Mr Byste. So to be able to hear the history and stories from a actual artist who has progressed from dodging the police to now being recognised as a artist of merit, was great.”
Walk from Place Blanche to Sacré-Cœur with an artist guide who explains Montmartre’s murals, techniques, and social meaning. Guides such as Marie, Sandrine, and Sig have led this small-group route, which may include a hands-on street-art activity.
“Very memorable tour, would highly recommend it as a contrast to the established art scene. Our guide was knowledgeable and funny.”
Glide through Paris on a 2.5-hour English-language Segway tour focused on murals and urban art. Meet at Avenue de la Porte de Vitry, visit Galerie Itinerrance and Parc de Bercy, and return to the starting point with a group of no more than 10 people. Florian may lead some departures.
“Great fun, great art and great way to view street art. Florian was brilliant, a patient professional teacher, a knowledgeable art instructor with a wonderful personality and a caring helpful attitude. We did all the best tourist attractions and this is by far the best. Thank you Florian 👊 Mike & Maggie Fitzgerald. Ireland.”
Join a French-speaking guide for a 1.5-hour walk through Bordeaux’s Chartrons, from the Garonne riverside to Rue Notre Dame. Learn about former wine warehouses, local stories, and artists including Clet, A-MO, Mr Poulet, and Alber. The route is family-friendly and wheelchair accessible.
“Visite au fil des flots et des paroles, ainsi que par semé de couleurs, de découvertes, d’artistes et de l’un des quartiers les plus doux et les plus simples de Bordeaux. On se retrouve dans un village par mail d’arbres et d’œuvres. La qualité de l’animatrice permet d’animer de pimenter chacune de ces histoires.”
Meet artists from Graffiti Paris for a two-hour outdoor workshop near Café Poinçon. Learn spray-paint effects, lettering, fine lines, and stripes, then help complete a large team mural. English and French instruction, protective gear, and all art materials are provided. Ages 12 and up.
“This was a fantastic and unforgettable team building experience! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it”
Spend about 2 hours and 15 minutes exploring Paris’s 13th arrondissement with an English-speaking artist guide such as Kasia. In a group of no more than 15, you’ll study giant murals, learn key street-art techniques, and hear how neo-muralism connects artists, buildings, and local communities.
“Understanding how street artists work.the different art forms and the involvement of community.the area has a wealth of murals and art.”
Walk Belleville with an English-speaking street artist who explains Paris street art, local creators, squats, galleries, and community projects. Guides such as Stefan, Marie, Kasia, and Myriam have led this 135-minute tour, which includes hills, stairs, a panoramic view, and a Saturday live performance.
“An absolutely brilliant, enjoyable, immersive, mind-opening experience! A totally fantastic introduction into the beautiful street art of Paris and into the culture of the city that millions see but few really know or understand. Street art is all around you in Paris and this tour is the perfect way to get to know it all with a passionate, informed, engaging and talented guide! Do not miss!”
Walk Montmartre with an English-speaking street artist such as Stefan or Sabrine, linking today’s murals and tags with the old Paris of Picasso, Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Matisse. Expect steep streets, stairs, outdoor commentary, and quieter corners beyond the main tourist route.
“Had an amazing tour with our guide and street artist Stefan! He could tell us everything about street art culture to interesting history facts about Paris. We just arrived in Paris that day and it was a great way to start our trip. After the tour we recognised a lot of street art during our walks in Paris which made us feel a bit more at home in the city! We definitely recommend taking this tour if you like art and culture.”
Ride from central Paris to ZAC Paris 13 with an English-speaking guide such as Sami, stopping for giant murals by artists including Invader, Shepard Fairey, and Tristan Eaton. The relaxed 3.5-hour route includes a coffee stop at Station F and bikes, ponchos, and guidance.
“Kurzweilig, informativ und mit dem Velo fährt man bequem von Kunstwerk zu Kunstwerk. Sehr zu empfehlen!”
Join a former street artist, including guide thetmotou on some tours, for a 90-minute English walk through Montmartre or La Butte aux Cailles. See works by Space Invader, Gregos, Twotma, Swed Oner, Miss Tic, and emerging artists while learning about Paris street art.
“This guide is a street artist himself, so the tour was more informative than usual. I hope to take another tour with him asap.”
Explore Le Marais on foot with an artist guide, spotting Invader mosaics and other street art near the Stravinsky Fountain, Centre Pompidou, the National Archives, and Paris’s Jewish quarter. The English-language group is capped at 15 people and starts at 10 a.m.
“Great tour! Our guide Thom Thom was very knowledgeable about the street art in the Marais and hunting for Invader works. We had a great time and would love to do it again the next time we visit. It was enjoyable for both adults and teens - great family activity.”
Meet Nicolas at Strasbourg station for a 90-minute small-group walk through Quartier Gare. See graffiti, murals, frescoes, and mosaics by local and international artists while learning about Strasbourg’s street-art culture and city history in French or English.
“Visite absoulment passionnante. Notre guide était autant connaisseur de l'histoire de la ville que fin connaisseur des tags et de l'art de la rue. Je conseille vivement.”
Walk Belleville with a local English- or French-speaking guide and trace Paris’s street-art scene through murals, mosaics, side streets, and changing public art. The small group has up to eight people. Olga has led especially thoughtful tours, though guides may vary.
“We were brought to good spots to see street art and some basic information was communicated. Some questions could be answered.”
Join Camille for a two-hour English-language walk from Igor Stravinsky Square to Rue des Rosiers. You’ll spot street art, hunt Space Invaders, examine Pompidou Centre architecture, and get tips for food and further exploring the Marais.
“I book a walking tour of Butte aux Cailles districts with Camille in May 2023. We had our three boys with us age 7, 11 and 12. Camille was an amazing host, had lots of interesting information and made the walk interactive turning us into a street artists too (in the most environmentally friendly way 😉).”
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