Philadelphia: South Philly Art Walking Tour
ID: GYG409923-743781
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Experience the surprising and eclectic South Philly art scene on this walking tour in Philadelphia. Discover murals, mosaics, and art installations before visiting the Philadelphia Magic Gardens.
Explore the incredible public art in South Philadelphia on this group walking tour. Head into the heart of the Queen Village and the Bella Vista neighborhood to uncover beautiful and surprising murals and mind-bending mosaics.
Meet your guide and begin your art finding adventure. Listen as your guide explains the history of each piece and how it blends together into a magical tapestry that drapes across the entire city.
Appreciate the relationship between the art, artists, and the neighborhoods that they call home. Enjoy how accessible art is throughout a major city like Philadelphia. After exploring the street art and a gallery or two, your tour will conclude at the incredible Magic Gardens.
Take your time wandering through the indoor mosaic displays and the outdoor labyrinth at the Philadelphia Magic Gardens. Impact the community in the tour as part of your ticket price includes a donation to a local organization which supports artists in the city.
Highlights
- Get lost in the fantastical murals and mosaics in Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
- Stroll through Queen Village and Bella Vista to uncover mosaics and murals
- Impact the art scene in South Philadelphia with the included donation
- Learn some of the fascinating history behind of the pieces and the artists
- Meet a art non-profit leader to learn about their mission at an art gallery
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a walking tour that is primarily outside
This tour runs year-round and will proceed rain or shine
Masks are required while indoors
Your tour starts outside the front entrance of the Theatre of the Living Arts (TLA). If you are driving and parking, it is recommended to park in a lot, rather on the street, as most street parking has a 2-hour limit.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
