London’s Most Instagrammable Graffiti Spots: Shoreditch
If you’re on the hunt for a hitting backdrop to feed your Instagram or thinking about a new portfolio, graffiti walls in Shoreditch could definitely be an option. And you don’t have to go further than zone 1. You won’t find more graffiti anywhere in town than in Shoreditch.
Here are London’s most Instagrammable graffiti spots in Shoreditch.
The graffiti is ever changing, so don’t worry if don’t find some of those I shared here. You will definitely find other beauties. (wink) Take a virtual graffiti tour in London.
Great Eastern Street
Great Easter Street and the streets around it are literally full of amazing graffiti spots. And the best thing is: many of them are in small, quiet lanes and streets, so taking photo shoots is easy there.
Streets to check:
Old Street, Charlotte Road, Rivington Street, Curtain Road, Leonard Street, Redchurch Street, Whitby Street, Club Ro, Holywell Lane, King John Street, New Inn Yard, New Inn Broadway
Old Spitalfields Market
Old Spitalfields Market and its surroundings are an absolute winner to find incredible graffiti.
Streets to check:
Hanbury Street, Lamb Street, Commercial Street, Princelet Street, Catherine Wheel Alley, Fashion Street
Brick Lane
A graffiti tour would not be complete without the iconic Brick Lane: an endless street full of amazing graffiti walls.
When it comes to graffiti, Brick Lane is a gem on its own. And take a look at its surroundings!
Star Yard
Star Yard is actually a small open car park. But look at its walls.
Nomadic Garden
It might not look too welcoming at first, you’re going find the most incredible graffiti at Nomadic Garden. So, don’t be shy! Step in and explore it. It’s free, but they accept donations, so why not support them with a little spare change?
Other streets to look for around Brick Lane:
Hanbury Street, Fashion Street, Bacon Street, Star Yard, Dray Walk, Grimsby Street, Sclater Street, Cheshire Street, Bethnal Green Road, Rhoda Street, Turville Street, Club Row, Whitby Street, Chance Street, Ebor Street, Braithwaite Street, Grey Eagle Street, Corbet Place, Jerome Street
Tips How to Blow Instagram with Your New Photos
- If there is a particular graffiti you want to take photo with, dress up to fit the colour and style
- Don’t be afraid of using fun face filters
- Use accessories such as lollipop, a quirky hat, a bright coloured umbrella or balloon
- Wear costume
- Take time laps photos and paint with light
- Wear fake tattoo matching with the graffiti you’re posing with
Want to see more? Click for more graffiti spots to explore. Or take virtual tour on YouTube.