Belleville street art walking tour of Paris
See Paris through the eyes of its street artists.
- Discover Paris’ most famous street art neighbourhoods: Oberkampf, Belleville and Ménilmontant
- Learn about Parisian and international graffiti and street art culture
- Meet artists at a street art gallery
- Discover an astonishing alternative face of Paris
- See the city with fresh eyes
- See new and constantly changing artworks
Duration: 2.5 hours
Area: Northeast Paris
Neighbourhoods: Belleville · Ménilmontant · Oberkampf
Experience: Walking tour
Guide: Local guide
Explore the street art and graffiti culture of northeast Paris on a relaxed 2.5-hour walking tour through Belleville, Ménilmontant and Oberkampf, visit a street art gallery, meet local artists and discover the stories behind the works you encounter.
A street art tour connected to the artists
The tour is run by an organisation that promotes the Paris street art scene and provides a documentary.
We are intimately tied to the artists at the heart of French urban culture.
Rather than simply pointing out murals, the tour explores the stories behind specific works, the people who make them and the culture that has developed around them.
As the street art scene is constantly changing, the tour is continually updated so that you can discover new artworks and free spaces.
Belleville – Ménilmontant – Oberkampf
Explore one of Paris’ most important street art districts and discover how graffiti and street art have become part of the urban landscape. Follow the changing walls and public spaces while learning about the artists. Visit a street art gallery and meet local artists in person. You will often see artists at work and have the opportunity to purchase unique artworks at affordable prices.
What you’ll experience
See Paris through the eyes of its street artists on an alternative walking tour that takes you beyond the traditional tourist routes.
Discover urban graffiti, an artist-run gallery and public spaces reclaimed for cultural expression.
You will learn about the culture and history of Paris graffiti and discover how Paris fits into the international street art scene.
What to bring
Please wear shoes suitable for approximately 2.5 hours of walking — not flip flops or thongs.
Dress for the season.
Bring your camera, and a notepad and paper if you would like to write down the names of artists, locations and other information.
You will also receive a follow-up email after the tour.
Meeting point
Belleville – please check your booking confirmation for the exact meeting point and departure instructions.
Please aim to arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
The tour involves approximately 2.5 hours of walking.
See Paris with fresh eyes
Paris is more than its monuments and museums.
Behind the grand boulevards and historic buildings is another city — one continually being written, painted, pasted and transformed by artists.
Come and discover it with us.
About
By joining the tour, you are not simply taking a sightseeing walk. You are helping support ongoing documentation of Paris’ constantly changing street art culture.
Frequently asked questions
The tour guides visitors through street art and graffiti areas in northeast Paris, including Belleville, Ménilmontant and Oberkampf.
The tour visits a street art gallery where you can meet local artists. You will often also see artists working during the tour.
2.5 hours.
Yes. You can purchase unique artworks from local artists at affordable prices.
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for approximately 2.5 hours of walking and dress for the season. A camera and something to take notes with are recommended.