Top Milan street art spots 2023
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The top photos are part of a 40m mural near the San Lorenzo church in the center of Milan in the Navigli neighborhood. The artwork was commissioned by the church itself, and presents images from the history of Milan.
Alessandro Manzoni – favorite author, Leonardo da Vinci, the war between Sforza and Visconti, Napoleon on the white horse and the composer Giuseppe Verdi. The artists who participated in the creation: Acme 107, Encs, Gatto Nero, Gatto Max, Gep, Gianbattista Leoni, Kasy 23, Luca Zamarchi, Mr. Blob.
The Church of San Lorenzo in Milan is known for the unique and captivating street art that adorns its walls. The church is located in the Navigli district, known for its trendy and artistic atmosphere, and has become a canvas for street artists who express their creativity through it. A colorful and eclectic mix of styles, from graffiti to murals, stencils and stickers. The artwork covers the exterior walls of the church, creating a striking visual contrast with the historic architecture of the building and the neighborhood.
Milan Alternative Street Art Tour
Independent street art tour in Milan
Milan is one of the main cities in Italy and is known mainly for its fashion industry.
In recent years there has been a significant growth of street art in the city. The artworks of colorful and fascinating street artists can be found in various neighborhoods throughout the city (details later in the post), including in the central business district of Milan.
The local street art community – young people and artists, who work to strengthen the culture and art in the city and make it a more sought-after destination for tourists. Even some of the renovated houses of the city become urban canvases with huge murals, emphasizing and promoting the local culture.
Not only young people and artists come to Milan to participate in the street art movement, but also visitors and tourists from around the world. The beauty and spectacular colors in the artworks of the street artists meet the Italian culture and aesthetics and together create a unique artistic experience.
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As in many other European cities (Berlin, Amsterdam, Athens, London), in Milan you will also find an interesting combination of artwork by leading street artists from around the world alongside local artists and of course also beginning and unknown artists. The many street art exhibitions, festivals and cultural events that take place in Milan give the local street art movement a platform for growth and development. But as in other cities, in Milan too, not all street artists are warmly received and enjoy positive publicity. Sometimes, street art represents a protest against the official forces and as a result, there are risks that the artists will be arrested or receive heavy fines. Street art in Milan continues to grow and develop as a cultural phenomenon, the unique Italian city offers visitors and residents unique artistic experiences and influences the local culture and society.
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Graffiti and street art in the most interesting areas of MilanLocal and international artists have decorated the streets of Milan with an incredible variety of creations, from miniature paper sculptures to multi-story murals. Areas such as Navigli, Isola, Porta Venezia, Tortona, Brera, Ortica have become known for their illuminated murals, for the alternative atmosphere they create, for the variety of artistic techniques, for the mutual respect between leading international artists who work alongside street artists and budding graffiti artists.
The street art in Milan's neighborhoods is constantly changing, and also murals on the facades of buildings change frequently and constantly change the public space. The "Street Art in Milan" series brings together for you everything you need to know about independent itineraries with street art alongside them, an alternative tour with a friendly map that centers all the important street art centers of Milan on one map.
The Top 5 Places to see Street Art in Milan
Graffiti and street art in the most interesting areas of Milan
Local and international artists have decorated the streets of Milan with an incredible variety of creations, from miniature paper sculptures to multi-story murals. Areas such as Navigli, Isola, Porta Venezia, Tortona, Brera, Ortica have become known for their illuminated murals, for the alternative atmosphere they create, for the variety of artistic techniques, for the mutual respect between leading international artists who work alongside street artists and budding graffiti artists.
The street art in Milan's neighborhoods is constantly changing, and also murals on the facades of buildings change frequently and constantly change the public space. The "Street Art in Milan" series brings together for you everything you need to know about independent itineraries with street art alongside them, an alternative tour with a friendly map that centers all the important street art centers of Milan on one map.
Free walking tours in Milan
- Exposed to street art & graffiti in the different neighborhoods
- Street art is displayed both on the map and in the list
- Discover the most interesting neighborhoods in the city (street art wize)
- Add your favorite street art to the city route you planned in advance
- Use the street art map (Google Map) as the navigation map for all other attractions
The Alternative Walking Tour
Graffiti and street art are a changing and dynamic – the appearance of an art work on the map, does not prove that the work still exists, and has not been disrupted/removed/deleted.
The maps contain about 50% of the art works in those neighborhoods – so you always have more to discover by yourself…
The leading street artists of Milan
Milan is home to many talented street artists and it's hard to name just a few of them.However, here are some of Milan's top street artists:
Ozmo – one of the most famous street artists in Milan, and his works can be seen all over the city. Ozmo's art combines political and social commentary.
https://www.ozmo.it/
Mr. Wany – a well-known graffiti artist who has gained international recognition for his colorful murals. His work often features bold lettering and cartoon characters.
http://www.wanyone.com/
Alice Pasquini – a street artist and illustrator who gained worldwide recognition thanks to her murals and installations. Her work often features portraits of women in a delicate, romantic painting style.
https://www.alicepasquini.com/
Peeta – graffiti artist and sculptor known for his graffiti and 3D murals. Peeta's work creates an illusion of depth and movement.
https://www.peeta.net/
NemO's – a street artist who often creates large-scale murals that combine reality and fantasy. His work often includes intricate line work and bold colors, and he is known for his unique and surreal style.
https://www.whoisnemos.com/
Millo – A street artist known for his black and white murals that often depict small scenes from everyday life. His work can be found in cities all over the world.
https://www.millo.biz/
Eime – a Portuguese street artist based in Milan, is known for his large-scale murals that often depict abstract shapes. His work combines typography and calligraphy, and he is known for his use of vibrant colors and strong lines.
https://www.instagram.com/daniel.eime/
Solo – a street artist who combines comics and pop art with bright colors and detailed descriptions with touches of pain, suffering and disappointment. His works can be found throughout Milan and other cities in Italy.
https://www.instagram.com/flaviosolo/
This post is part of a dedicated series of posts on street art and graffiti in Milan
