Philadelphia is home to thousands of vibrant outdoor murals, sculptures, statues, and public art pieces that are effortlessly accessible for visitors and residents alike.
Philadelphia is widely recognized as the ”Mural Capital of the World” due to its vibrant and awe-inspiring public art scene. From towering masterpieces that adorn entire buildings to hidden gems tucked away in neighborhood streets, Philadelphia’s mural art has become an integral part of the city’s cultural fabric, captivating residents and visitors alike.
Visitors are encouraged to explore the city’s street art on foot, by train, by trolley, by bicycle, or by Segway.
Philadelphia’s street art also won international praise in Michelin’s new Philadelphia destination guide, released earlier in 2023. “Few North American cities have shown such consideration to art and urban planning,” the Michelin Green Guide states. “Philly is practically an open-air museum. Everywhere you look are statues, porticos, Greek Revival or neoclassical pediments, museums.”