Where To Find The Best Street Art In Hong Kong | Tatler Hong Kong / 开普饭

Think Wong Chuk Hang is merely a commercial district where you can only find industrial blocks and office buildings? Think again. Since the opening of the South Island Line MTR service at the end of 2016, Wong Chuk Hang has transformed into one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the city, where you’ll find everything from impressive dining establishments to creative businesses and art galleries.

If you’re looking to add a splash of colour to your feed, be sure to check out the massive mural of a dragon-serpent hybrid entangling a giant hand on the side of the E. Tat Factory while exploring the ‘hood. An eye-catching artwork created by Spanish artist Spok Brillor for HKWalls’ Street Art Festival 2017, this piece is characterised by a combination of dramatic colours and hyper-realism painting technique, which features all the elements you need for an Insta-worthy shot.

E. Tat Factory Building, 4 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong

Tank Lane, Sheung Wan

Many people only visit Sheung Wan for its vintage shops, cosy cafes and art galleries, but only a few know that the neighbourhood is also home to an impressive array of street art, where provides plenty of colourful backdrops for your snaps.

Apart from the famous artwork curated by artist Alex Croft on Graham Street, the murals on Tank Lane are particularly noteworthy. Along the staircase there, you’ll find pieces created by artists from across the globe, including a striking Bruce Lee mural by South Korean graffiti artist Xeva and a geometric, colourful work by Russian street artist Pasha Wais. Looking vibrant and unique, these murals ticks all the boxes for a perfect Instagram background to show off your #OOTD.

Tank Lane, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

Shing Wong Street, Sheung Wan

Another street art gem hidden in the eclectic neighbourhood of Sheung Wan, this large mural of two goldfish swimming in circles is a beautiful reflection of Danish contemporary artist Christian Storm’s signature geometric technique. Artfully infused with Chinese aesthetics and juxtaposed with the antique shops, this graffiti piece is meant for your ‘gram and will garner plenty of likes.

After scoring some beautiful shots, continue your journey around the 'hood with visits to those art galleries and cosy coffee shops for some drinks and light refreshments.

Shing Wong Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

Art Lane, Sai Ying Pun

No street art tour in Hong Kong is complete without a visit to Art Lane in Sai Ying Pun. Stepping out from the MTR station (exit B3), you’ll immediately find yourself surrounded by a wide collection of murals created by talented local and international artists—all featuring distinctive themes and characters that make for a photogenic backdrop for some stunning shots.

Inspired by street art in global cities such as New York, London and Seoul, these paintings are crafted with themes of art and music, which have graced the walls and alleyways of those revitalised old residential buildings in Sai Ying Pun since 2018. Wander around the little lanes of the ‘hood—Ki Ling Lane, Shek Chan Lane and Chung Ching Street—to find and admire the colourful artworks, such as Urban Jungle by Hong Kong-based artist Neil Wang, Music Town by artist Zue Chan, and the famous rainbow staircase.

Art Lane, 8 Chung Ching Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong

Uma Nota, Central

Want to add a pop of pastel hues to amp up your feed? This masterpiece created by Hong Kong-based French artist Elsa Jeandedieu for the Brazilian-Japanese restaurant Uma Nota, is sure to please. Depicting a beautiful laugh woman with a flower headpiece against a lovely pink wall, this mural radiates happiness and vibrancy that will not only provide you with a dreamy setting for your +852 shots, but also brighten up your mood instantly and make your neighbourhood tour more enjoyable.

If you love this mural by Jeandedieu, don’t miss her stunning pieces at the Middle Eastern restaurant Bedu on Gough Street in Sheung Wan, and the specialty coffee shop Barista by Givre on Staunton Street in Central.

Uma Nota, 38 Peel Street, Central, Hong Kong

Public Square Street, Mong Kok

Hong Kong’s answer to the Ihwa Mural Village in South Korea, Public Square Street in Mong Kok is one of the coolest, most underrated graffiti spots in the city. Here, you’ll find a multi-coloured staircase with every step beautifully painted with different types of flowers in both warm and cold hues—think roses, sunflowers, tulips and lavenders—which calls for fun and playful photographs to impress your followers.

Omni Art, a group of young female Hong Kong artists, is the brain behind this gorgeous mural. If you wish to see more of their creative works, don't forget to check out their official website for a glimpse of their outstanding portfolio.

Public Square Street, Mong Kok, Hong Kong

Elgin Street, Central

Gracing the walls of the Korean-fusion restaurant Seoul Bros in Central is this eye-catching piece created by an anonymous French artist. The large monochrome painting, which illustrates a dining scene with a group of people sitting in a western restaurant with a Chinese bamboo hanging on the wall, is said to be a representation of the area’s unique mix of cultures. Strike a pose a bit further from the mural, so you can also capture the adjoining quaint, famous dai pai dong Yuk Yip Dessert for a perfect Hong Kong snapshot.

Elgin Street, Central, Hong Kong

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