Wynwood Walls is an outdoor museum and art installation located in the heart of Miami's Wynwood Arts District, renowned for its vibrant street art. It was created in 2009 by Tony Goldman, a visionary developer and arts advocate, who aimed to transform Wynwood’s blank, industrial warehouse walls into canvases for some of the world’s leading street artists. Today, Wynwood Walls has become a major cultural attraction, drawing art enthusiasts from around the globe and playing a key role in Miami's art scene, especially during Art Basel.
Goldman's vision was to create an open-air gallery showcasing street art’s potential to transform urban spaces. By inviting internationally recognized street artists to Wynwood, he turned the neighborhood into a creative destination. The Wynwood Walls opened in 2009, quickly becoming the heart of the Wynwood Arts District.Wynwood Walls has hosted more than 50 artists from 16 different countries, creating more than 80,000 square feet of mural art. The artists featured are among the most prominent in the street art world, representing a diverse range of styles, techniques, and cultural backgrounds.
Wynwood is one of Miami's most vibrant and dynamic neighbourhoods, known for its thriving art scene, eclectic culture, and trendy atmosphere. Over the past few decades, the area has transformed from an industrial warehouse district into a global destination for street art, galleries, restaurants, and nightlife. At the heart of this artistic revolution is Wynwood Walls, an outdoor museum founded in 2009 by developer and arts advocate Tony Goldman. This curated space features rotating installations from top street artists, both local and international, and has become a central attraction in Miami’s art scene. There is no better way to get acquainted with the Wynwood Art District than on a private tour led by a local artist who can give you plenty of insider information from the comfort of an electric golf cart.
On this 1.5-hour private tour, you will:
Your urban experience will begin once you arrive at the meeting point in Wynwood, where your local artist driver and guide will be waiting to introduce you to this artistic enclave of Downtown Miami. After getting acquainted, you will hop aboard the golf cart and set off on your tour around the neighbourhood. This eco-friendly mode of transport ensures you cover plenty of ground while enjoying a relaxed, open-air view of the vibrant murals and graffiti that define the area.
As you weave through the streets, you’ll hear fascinating stories about the visionary artists and the creative movements that helped shape this dynamic neighbourhood. You will learn how Wynwood transformed from a former warehouse district into a thriving arts hub. Your guide will highlight the key moments in Wynwood’s history, the role of street art in its resurgence, and its current standing as one of the world’s premier destinations for urban art.
While exploring the streets of Wynwood, you will come face-to-face with some of Miami’s most iconic graffiti and murals, ranging from intricate, abstract designs to powerful, politically charged pieces. Your guide will uncover the stories behind these masterpieces, revealing the artists’ inspirations, techniques, and cultural significance. You will have ample opportunity to take photos of your favourite works of art, and your guide can show you how and where to get the best shots.
Your itinerary includes a walking tour of the Wynwood Walls open-air museum, an iconic outdoor street art museum featuring large-scale works from some of the world’s most famous street artists. Thanks to your local artist guide, you will learn about the history of this curated space and the impact it has had on Miami’s art scene and the global street art community. You will get the chance to see remarkable pieces from over 50 artists, including Shepard Fairey, Kenny Scharf, Os Gemeos and Futura 2000.
Once your time together comes to an end, you will have gained invaluable behind-the-scenes insights into the incredible street art that has transformed Wynwood into a global cultural hotspot. Your guide will be happy to provide further recommendations for nearby shops, galleries, and eateries should you wish to keep exploring all that Wynwood has to offer, and you will also receive a special keepsake to remember your visit.
Disclaimer: This private tour accommodates up to 7 passengers. Children aged 0-5 are welcome to join at no additional charge but will occupy one of the 7 seats. If you’re travelling with an infant aged 0-3, please inform us in advance so we can provide a car seat for your convenience and safety.
Miami’s Wynwood Art District is one of the city’s coolest neighbourhoods for locals and visitors alike. It provides a feast for the senses with its abundance of wonderful street art, vibrant nightlife and burgeoning culinary scene. The cultural epicentre of Wynwood can be found in the Wynwood Walls Museum, an open-air exhibition space boasting an incredible collection of murals by prestigious urban artists unlike any other in the world. Curated by a passionate local artist, our Half-Day Ultimate Miami Street Art Tour is the perfect way to dive into Wynwood's vibrant creativity. Enjoy a dynamic golf cart tour of the neighbourhood, explore the iconic Wynwood Walls Museum, take part in a hands-on graffiti class, and finish with a visit to a local brewery.
On this 3-hour private tour, you will:
• Enjoy an interactive bespoke experience around Miami’s vibrant Wynwood Art District;
• Hear inside stories of the Miami art world from a practising local artist;
• Breeze through the streets of Wynwood on a guided tour in a golf cart;
• Visit the incredible Wynwood Walls Museum;
• Uncover the hidden details of some of the world’s most iconic street art pieces;
• Attend a graffiti workshop to get your creative juices flowing;
• Sample some of Wynwood’s renowned craft beer;
• Take home a piece of Wynwood with a quirky keepsake inspired by urban art.
Your deep dive into Wynwood Art District will begin as soon as you arrive at the meeting point and get acquainted with the local artist who will be your guide for the day, helping you get under the skin of Miami’s artsiest enclave and offering a wealth of insights as to what makes the area so unique and beloved by groundbreaking urban creators around the globe. To kick off your exploration, you will hop on a golf cart so that your guide can embark upon a leisurely drive around the streets of Wynwood where you’ll get a feel for the layout of the neighbourhood and begin to peel back the layers of the ever-changing tapestry of street art that covers every available surface.
After your exhilarating introductory tour, you will have the chance to see the most important pieces of art up close within the open-air museum space that sparked the urban art revolution: the Wynwood Walls Museum. As you meander through the corridors of this remarkable outdoor gallery, you will see the murals and art installations commissioned exclusively for the space and hear the story of how Wynwood Walls were established to add a splash of much-needed colour to a grey and desolate former warehouse district and went on to transform Miami’s urban landscape and take the art world by storm. While the collection constantly evolves, you will see works by renowned urban artists such as Os Gemeos, Lauren YS, Kenny Scharf and Shepherd Fairey (the artist and activist behind the iconic Obama Hope poster for the 2008 election). Your artist guide will be able to break down the key features of each work and explain some of the main inspirations and innovative techniques used.
Following your crash course in street art theory, you will put these techniques into practice during your graffiti workshop. Your guide will take you to a specialised art space, where you will be equipped with plenty of spray paint, all the necessary tools, and protective clothing to create your own masterpieces. Your guide will show you the ropes, and then you will use all the wonderful art you have seen to inspire your artistic practice.
Unsurprisingly for a neighbourhood brimming with creativity, the food and beer scene in Wynwood has also evolved in recent years and a trip to the area would be complete without getting a taste so the final stop on your itinerary will be one of Wynwood’s legendary craft breweries. Amidst the neighbourhood's artistic and entrepreneurial spirit, several different breweries have established themselves in Wynwood and quickly gained a reputation for creating high-quality locally inspired beers. Throughout your visit, you'll hear more about the process from a master brewer and then try a variety of their products.
As your time in Wynwood draws to a close, you'll be captivated by the amazing energy of the neighbourhood. Your guide can recommend the best spots for dining, shopping and gallery hopping should you wish to keep exploring and will also give you a fun keepsake to commemorate your journey through Miami's urban art haven.
Disclaimer: This private tour accommodates up to 7 passengers. Children aged 0-5 are welcome to join at no additional charge but will occupy one of the 7 seats. If you’re travelling with an infant aged 0-3, please inform us in advance so we can provide a car seat for your convenience and safety.
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