Street Art Guided Tour in Madrid
Description
A unique activity for people interested in graffiti, murals, photography and in-rotation exhibitions through uncommon and unknown spots. Madrid has a cool urban art scene. Travel back in time with Cooltourspain to the beginning of the graffiti movement and learn how it began to develop. You will start your tour with an explanation of the history, techniques and theartists who belong to this underground movement., Enjoy a visit to the walls of La Tabacalera, one of the most famous warehouses in Madrid. The tour will take you around Lavapiés neighborhood, one of the most multicultural neighborhoods in town. You will discover it through its political and social street art. There are several graffiti festivals visited such as CALLE Lavapies, Muros Tabacalera or Urvanity art, which feature the artwork of Okudart, Ben Eine, Blu or El Rey de la Ruina. Meeting at 11.15AM by the entrance of Teatro Valle Inclan (Calle de Valencia, 1). Nearest metro station is Lavapies
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Itinerary
You will see the Exterior side graffiti walls, paying attention to the artists, the message and the techniques used. One of the most important urban art festivals in town!
The visit to thw walls of this urban garden is only guaranteed if the location is open. It's one of the most beautiful urban gardens in town
Lavapies is the district where we'll walk around. Very multicultural, diverse and full of street art and graffiti. We'll explain you its history.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- La Tabacalera has restrictive timing during week days
Reviews(179)
We had a wonderful street art tour with Yago in Lavapies, learning much about the unique history and value to the community. Because we were there during the street art festival, we were able to see several artists working on their murals and talk to them about their technique and the meaning behind their art. What joy the art brings to the neighborhood!
Hi! Thank you for your review, we’re really happy you had an entertaining and interesting time during the tour with our parter Yago. Hope to see you again at your next visit Madrid!
Visit Lavapiés neighborhood and its urban art. Guide enthusiastic and prepared on the subject, making us participate and have a say in what we saw and made us feel, so we participated not only sensorially, but also intellectually. Thanks, Yago.
Hola, Javier. Muchas gracias por tu opinión acerca del tour de arte urbano que tenemos en Madrid. ¿Te apuntarás al siguiente por la zona de Malasaña? Un saludo,
I have done several street art tours in a variety of cities. Esther added so much to what I had learned previously. She shared her knowledge from her studies as well as her personal experience in both the field of street art and with the local community through which we walked. This was valuable time spent.
Thanks for your positive and valuable review. We look forward to hosting this street art tour in Madrid again in the future, with guests like you. Cheers,
She was very knowledgeable and passionate with the storytelling about art and local cultural history. She was patient with questions and stopping to take photos. The route is perfect because it ends within walking distance to a market with local food vendors.
Hola Ehren. Your tour leader was Esther, and she is a brilliant professional! Thanks for sharing your review with the rest of the audience. Cheers,
We really enjoyed the enthusiasm and knowledge of Iago (our guide). It was interactive and full of humor. From now on, we'll be walking around town in different glasses.
Thanks for your comment about Yago's street art tour in Madrid. We hope that you enjoy the cities with a different perspective from now on.
Our guide Julian was knowledgeable and passionate about street art. He made the tour enjoyable and informative. I have gained a new appreciation for Street Art and would recommend this tour to anyone, even those who are new to Street Art like myself.
Hey Cindy. How are you doing? Thanks for your comment about Julien's street art tour in Madrid. It is our pleasure receiving guests like you. Cheers,
We were lucky to be guided by Estelle who is an academic specialising in street art. We learned so much.It was colourful, funny, informative and thought provoking. This is art made relevant and vibrant. Thoroughly recommended for all ages.
On behalf of Esther (Estelle as you addressed her), and the rest of the team, thanks for your kind review. We are glad that you liked our street art tour in Madrid. It could be very helpful if you recommended us as well via word of mouth. That'd be awesome! Cheers,
Prior to this tour, I knew nothing about street art. Our guide Yago was incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the street art. It is impossible to not develop an appreciation for the art form. We learned a lot within a short span of time and about Madrid itself. After walking around the neighborhood, we spray painted tote bags as mementos. Gracias Yago por ser un excelente guia!
Thanks for commenting about our street art tour in Madrid. We hope that you now join other graffiti walking tours around the world! Cheers,
Estelle was extraordinary! What an introduction to the "other" art of the world. Her passion was contagious, her knowledge of this and all art was inspiring. We continued to seek out street art in Paris and remember this wonderful, unique experience. PUT THIS ON YOUR LIST OF MUST SEES!
Thank you very much for your review. All our team of guides have passion for street art, and enjoy showing the alternative Madrid to travellers like you.
Fantastic guide, great information, very knowledgable and passionate about the topic. He responded very well to the wishes, questions and interests of the group. Highly recommended!
Hola Willem. Thanks for your kind words. We hope you liked the street art tour, and do no hesitate on contacting us again if you return to Spain. Cheers,
