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Graffiti Fun and Learning
Interesting learning about the history and culture of graffiti. Super fun learning and creating graffiti. Great for graffiti fans and those learning about it.
Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h–1h 30min
- Price from
- $95 / person
- Location
- Austin, United States
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 18 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 400
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Color Cartel, LLC.
- Meeting point
- HOPE Outdoor Gallery.
Description
Immerse yourself into the vibrant world of graffiti and paint with a local artist! Learn about graffiti writer's motives, techniques, and etiquette from one Austin's most prominent local graffiti artists. We have a range of knowledge about graffiti world so be vocal about your curiosities! Bar and refreshments available. To top off your experience, YOU will learn the foundational techniques to leave your mark on Austin’s graffiti scene from an authentic graffiti writer as you spray paint a wall — with permission. During this portion of the experience, your host will demonstrate their craft by personalizing a shirt or tote bag for each guest. Tour is 90 minutes (2 - 45 min. Sections)
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Fri and Sat
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $95
- Child (ages 4–15)
- $65
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Austin
After our experience, there are an abundance of shops at the Domain, surrounding local breweries, and the Austin FC down the street from our studio.
What's included
Included
Professional spray paint
Customized T-shirt or Tote bag
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
18 reviews
How it compares in Austin
- Starting price $95 is 73% above the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Austin
Excurgo comparison of 274 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This experience takes place both indoors and outdoors, please dress for your comfort.
- Private bookings can be tailored for design teams seeking cultural immersion, active bachelorette parties, or families seeking creative inspiration and youthful fun.
- Great for groups, teams, and team-building experiences
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop take?
Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop lasts about 1h–1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop cost?
Prices start at $95 per person for this Austin experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Fridays and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 7:00 PM.
How much does Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop cost for children?
Children aged 4–15 pay from $65, adults from $95. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is HOPE Outdoor Gallery. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 400 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Austin’s Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Color Cartel, LLC..
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Highly recommend!
My sister and I loved the Austin Original Graffiti Culture Experience & Workshop! We learned so much including the history of graffiti and different techniques with spray paint! Highly recommend 🙂
C
Better than any graffiti tour in Austin!
Fantastic experience! Loved the history and inside scoop on graffiti culture. especially enjoyed becoming a graffiti artist, including our graffiti battle. Would strongly recommend!
C
Keep Austin weird and do this unique experience
This is a great way to learn something new, expand your horizons, and get creative. I really enjoyed Sheepz’s approach to teaching - he shares the background and etiquette of graffiti art in a thorough and well thought out way. It was really nice to stay inside the studio and be warm and sit on a couch for this part, during an uncharacteristically cold Austin night. Going outside to the practice area was a lot more fun than I thought it would be. The T-shirt is an interesting souvenir.
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Fun & Met local artists / 12 out of 10 stars would do again
Sheepz was our graffiti guide and I cannot say enough about what a remarkable experience this was. My bf and I were expecting just to spray paint some stuff. And, while we did get to do this...what we got was WAAAAY BETTER. I'm a bit of a nerd, and Sheepz gave us a compressed course in the history of graffiti. It was fascinating to learn about the community of graffiti artists as well as the rules. And the best thing was...HE LOVES THIS ART FORM...and it came through in every syllable. Have you ever been around someone who loves what they do? You can get a contact high from their enthusiasm. If you are remotely considering this excursion, just book it. Your companions will not only thank you, but this will become an experience they will use as a metric for your future outings.
L
Unique experience in Austin
I was in Austin for ACL and saw this experience when I was looking at active things to do. It was very interesting and super fun to try doing some work. I had a great time and Sheepz really personalized the experience. Great activity for the family.
T
Tag You’re It
Sheepz was the best! A lot of knowledge re the history, but kept it light. An amazing time tagging and spraying!
W
Fun afternoon
Super enjoyable afternoon with Sheepz. He’s super informative and friendly. We learned all about the graffiti culture. An eye opening view of a world that I had no idea existed before this experience. The hands-on graffiti was super fun and engaging. Highly recommend!
A
Awesome in Austin
What a fantastic experience and introduction to the elements of graphitti and the culture behind it. We just loved it! Sheepz was a great educator on the subject and we loved creating our own wall art!
A
Great experience with grandkids
The graffiti experience was very well done. We learned about the history, culture of and differences in tagging and street art from an engaging professional artist, we had a chance to create some, and we each got a cool customized tshirt. My 11 and 8 year old grandchildren got into it, got to ask lots of questions, were inspired, and learned more about the art and artists in their town.
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