Graffiti Alley is an open-air street art gallery in Toronto’s Queen Street West neighbourhood, running south of Queen Street between Spadina and Portland. Its brick walls carry murals, tags and large colourful faces by local and international artists, and new work changes the scene over time. Walk the laneway to see the artwork up close, or use the walls as a backdrop for photos. For a quieter visit, go early on a Sunday morning; the alley is also a good stop with kids.
Where to find the alley
Graffiti Alley runs south of Queen Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Portland Street. The art fills a laneway of brick walls with murals, tags and large painted faces. Rush Lane is part of the area. You can explore on foot and stop wherever a wall catches your eye.
An evolving collection of street art
The artwork changes, so the walls may look different from one visit to the next. New pieces often appear around MuralFest, making the period during or just after the festival a useful time to visit if you want to see recent work.
Toronto has designated areas where graffiti and murals can gather on walls. Graffiti Alley became legal for street art in 2011. Its open-air setting makes the work accessible without entering a gallery, and the changing surfaces give you plenty to look at as you walk through.
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Where is Graffiti Alley in Toronto?
It runs south of Queen Street West between Spadina Avenue and Portland Street, and includes Rush Lane.
Is Graffiti Alley free to visit?
Yes. It is an outdoor public art area, and the supplied visitor information describes it as free.
When is the best time to visit Graffiti Alley?
Early Sunday morning is a good choice for a quieter visit. During or just after MuralFest, you may see newly added work.
