London Street Art

Images of Britain: Street Art in London

Roa Hedgehog on Chance Street, Shoreditch. — ROA Hedgehog on Chance Street, Shoreditch

London has some of Europe's best street art. For decades various parts of the capital have become known for their street art, featuring names such as Banksy and ROA and many not-so-famous local artists.

Shoreditch is something of a mecca for fans of London's street art. Check out the Crane on Hanbury Street by Belgian artist ROA, some early Banksy murals on Rivington Street and the giant murals on Chance Street.

Brick Lane is home to many different ethnic communities and also some of the capital's best street art.

Camden Town and in particular, Camden High Street is home to some amazing 3D street signs as well as street art.

Leake Street under Waterloo Station is a legal designated graffiti area and the art changes here almost daily.

Other less well-known places to find some of London's best street art are Croydon, Hackney Wick, Penge and Walthamstow.