The Street Art of Valencia with Kids
If you’re in Valencia and looking for an original itinerary, a walk among the street art of Valencia with kids is a must-do. Aldo and Giulia absolutely loved it!
Here’s an itinerary of the places where you can find and admire graffiti and urban art created by various street artists who have turned the city into an open-air museum, showcasing the Street Art of Valencia.
Itinerary of the Street Art of Valencia with Kids and Beyond
Our itinerary of the street art of Valencia with kids starts at Calle Peydro and heads towards Plaza de la Merced, near Plaza del Ayuntamiento. On this street, you can find the famous graffiti by Escif, a leading figure in the Street Art of Valencia, known in many circles as the Spanish Banksy, along with other impactful graffiti by famous artists.
Banksy is a genius of modern street art, and his art invites the elimination of drugs from the neighborhood. His largest mural in Valencia (2000 square meters), titled “Comentario del solar,” symbolically narrates the neighborhood’s history. In Plaza Tossal, you’ll find another notable wall by Escif titled “Fuera la Droga del Barrio,” further highlighting the dynamic Street Art of Valencia.
In this neighborhood, you can also find the famous Calle de los Colores, one of the most “requested” streets by tourists when it comes to the Street Art of Valencia. However, I feel it has lost its charm: the colors are no longer as vibrant, and there are definitely better areas to get lost in and admire the street art of Valencia.
Urban art in Valencia is always active and constantly changing. The best neighborhoods to visit without walking for hours are Carrer de Dalt and Carrer de Baix, a lively and dynamic area where the street art of Valencia is ever-evolving.
There are many artists who often take to the streets and paint, leaving masterpieces like the magnificent girls by Julieta, the robots by Xelon, the cosmic characters by DEIH, the pink rabbits by Barbie, the aforementioned Escif, the Nena Wapa, the ninjas by David de Limon, the monsters by Disneylexia, the posters by Vinz, and many others who may be just passing through. The last address I want to leave you in this area is Carrer de Foios: one of the first large walls shared by Valencian artists, still perfectly visible today, showcasing the rich Street Art of Valencia.
Continuing along Calle Calabazas, you can visit the Central Market, the Silk Market, and the Church of Santos Juanes, an unbeatable area to stop for breakfast, a snack, or a meal while enjoying the Street Art of Valencia.
Near the Lonja, you can find another of the most beautiful murals of Valencia with a quote from a Valencian poem by Vicent Andrés Estellés, “no ser res si no s’és poble,” which translates to “you are nothing if you are not a city,” further embedding the essence of the Street Art of Valencia.
The highest concentration of murals in Valencia is in the El Carmen neighborhood. Wandering and walking through its streets, you can be captivated by its graffiti, take spectacular photos, and admire the pure Street Art of Valencia.
The uniqueness of these alleys lies in the blend of urban art and urban decay. Where time has left its marks, the artists’ hands have breathed new life into the alley, the building, and every single corner, reflecting the ongoing evolution of the Street Art of Valencia.
El Carmen and El Pilar: The Old City Where You Can Admire the Best Street Art of Valencia with Kids
The Cabanyal-Canyamelar neighborhood is located within the Poblats Marítims area, which also includes the famous Marina of Valencia.
Among the streets of Cabanyal, it’s easy to encounter street art: the neighborhood is characterized by the old fishermen’s houses, sometimes abandoned and half-destroyed, making it a perfect canvas for artists in search of an urban canvas, contributing to the diverse Street Art of Valencia.
There are two main hubs in this area: the small Calle de los Pescadores, where you can find two works by Ericailcane (The Cat Rukeli and the Moths), and Avenida de Blasco Ibáñez, where you’ll come across a beautiful piece by Hyuro and a spectacular wall by Bosoletti, showcasing more stunning examples of the Street Art of Valencia.
The neighborhood is constantly changing, with passing artists leaving their tags, posters, and works on walls that may be demolished in a few months, adding to the transient nature of the Street Art of Valencia.
Benimaclet: The Ever-Awake Neighborhood Where You Can Admire the Street Art of Valencia with Kids
Generally, Benimaclet is not a neighborhood visited by tourists, but if you’re passionate about urban art, then you must include it in your itinerary. It’s the typical neighborhood outside the city center that has managed to maintain its community spirit, where people know each other, and small businesses survive.
For years, the streets of the neighborhood have hosted a festival called “Benimaclet ConFusion”: every type of art is welcome, as long as it’s free and exhibited on the streets. Street art is also among the widespread and shared disciplines during the festival period.
The landmarks for street art in Benimaclet are diverse. You’ll have to walk and get lost in the streets to come across the works, but to help you, I suggest these streets: Carrer San Mateo, Plaça de Benimaclet, Carrer de la Murta, Carrer del Reverend Josè Martì.
The Street Art of Valencia with Kids
Walking through the most authentic streets of Valencia and looking up to find the best street art of Valencia is definitely a great way to spend a few hours of calm and carefree time in the city.
Kids love to look at this form of art. We organized ourselves with a backpack with colors and cameras, and when they were tired, we stopped to draw some murals…
Get rid of the idea of seeing them all; kids have their own rhythms, and it’s important to listen to them… for us, having a notebook to write down their favorite parts has become a great way to stop and rest.
Trust me: a walk among the street art of Valencia with kids is what you need for a nice family stroll, having fun.
Valencia is one of the most kid-friendly cities, but the epicenter of fun remains the Turia Park. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, you absolutely must read my article “Turia Park in Valencia with Kids.”
Digitally Yours
☀️ Sara ☀️
