Bangkok street art has grown to be a noticeable aspect of the cityscape, drawing in both residents and tourists. The urban art scene has grown significantly in recent years, showcasing everything from intricate murals to eye-catching graffiti tags. Street art has become extremely popular due to the growth of social media and events like the recent Lud Pon Festival in unusual locations.
After touring the colorful streets from Ratchathewi to Charoenkrung, we've put together a list of the places that lovers of street art simply must see. Get ready to be astounded by the creative marvels that grace Bangkok city walls.
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| Bangkok top locations for street art viewing |
Chok Chai 4
Thanks to the fascinating Lud Pon Festival, Chok Chai 4 has become a bustling street art destination and is expected to welcome the new train line. An abandoned building in the center of Chok Chai 4 market has been transformed into an art haven by this exciting event, which is showcasing the amazing creations of Thailand's most talented street artists. The artists that are highlighted are: Mr. Bows, Komkrit, D.o.D., Loboboy, Bongo, Sorimeo, mxrnies, Alex Face, Himbad, Bonus, Asin, Chun Smith, and Pakorn. The idea of liberation—breaking free from constraints and expressing one's distinct individuality—inspires every artist.
32 Soi Charoenkrung
Many Thai and foreign taggers have painted murals on the underappreciated walls of Soi Charoenkrung 32 as a result of the Bukruk Urban Arts Festival. (The 10-day festival took place mostly on the street.) Masterpieces such as the three-eyed child by Alex Face, the quirky bear character by Bonus TMC, the enigmatic portraits by Kult, and the spray-painted artwork by Lolay can all be found here. During the day, street vendors line almost the whole strip, so to get a better view of all the pieces, visit after 3 pm.
30 Soi Charoenkrung
Two enormous, striking pieces can be found on this side street: the front wall of the Portuguese Embassy features an incredible wall carving by well-known Portuguese artist Alexandre Farto, aka Vhils, called Scratching the Surface, and the facade of a building features stencil work by internationally renowned Italian artists Sten and Lex. The duo is most recognized for their unique graffiti and halftone stencil technique, both of which can be seen in well-known cities like Rome, New York, London, Paris, and Barcelona.
28 Soi Charoenkrung
This lane is home to three magnificent urban works of art. At the start of the street, you can spot Meubon's Pukruk, a brightly colored bird on a unicycle. Korean artist Daehyun Kim's black and white mural is located directly beneath this enormous painting. A multicolored work by Romanian painter, illustrator, and street artist Raul Oprea Sebastian, also known as Saddo, is located on the building across the street. The artist frequently incorporates religious imagery, mythology, and pop surrealism into his works.
Song Wat Street
There are three enormous murals on this historic road, all painted by foreign artists. The first artwork you come across as you turn onto the road from Wat Pathum Khongkah is a pink mural created by illustrator and artist Aitch, a Romanian who has participated in many international art exhibitions. There are two enormous pieces of art facing each other at a parking lot with a view of the Chao Phraya River as you stroll along the stretch. Two elephants by Belgian graffiti artist Roa, who usually paints local wildlife, are on your left, and Spanish street artist Aryz's blue bicycles are across from it.
San Chao Rong Alley of Kueak
Given that each piece of street art has a description, it appears that this little alley takes its street art very seriously. The artwork consists of large murals that portray realistic scenes and large-scale pieces that showcase the Chinese culture of the neighborhood. The Lion Care by Bonus TMC was influenced by the lion dances that used to be performed in the neighborhood, and DR.CAS's portrayal of a sacred turtle was influenced by the celebration where people honor turtles and offer prayers for long lives. There are murals further down that mix in with the surrounding landscape.
The BTS station Saphan Taksin
For the 2016 Bukruk Festival, Dutch artist Daan Botlek painted almost the whole wall at the base of the Saphan Taksin BTS station. This piece, titled Saphan Taksin, features dispersed body parts on a vivid pink backdrop. However, if each segment were stacked vertically, you would be able to see how the body parts are joined.
The Pathumwan Sky Walk
If you need further evidence that Bangkok's street art has transcended colorful vandalism, walk the skywalk connecting Siam Discovery, MBK, and the Bangkok Art and Cultural Centre (BACC). This place features mushroom-shaped installations painted by well-known local artists, including JECK BKK, Yuree Kensaku, and Peerapong Limthamrong (also known as P7).
Khlong Saen Saep
Travel along this central canal waterway on the express boat to see some striking graffiti. (Perhaps, their allure will be sufficient to distract you from the foul odor emanating from the water.) Throw-ups, which are tag-like drawings of bubble letters, blockbusters, which are large murals with sprayed letters, and wild style, which are intricate, interlocking letters or symbols, make up the majority of the street art.
Park Chalermla
Graffiti and murals covering every available surface of this neglected public park were the focal point of the inaugural Bukruk Festival, which turned it into an artistic outdoor venue. Along with several works by anonymous artists, you will see pieces by Thai artists such as Alex Face and An Officer Dies.