A Visual Guide To The Best Street Art Spots In Singapore

Take a walk on the alternate side, veering away from the immaculately curated walls of the museums and galleries, as you discover hidden masterpieces that are not hung on walls but are rather on the walls themselves! So put on your shades and your comfortable shoes as we bring you a list of the best spots for you to admire some of the fantastical artwork done by local and international aerosol artists. Did you know – Culture Trip now does bookable, small-group trips? Pick from authentic, immersive Epic Trips, compact and action-packed Mini Trips and sparkling, expansive Sailing Trips.

If you ever find yourself in this hip neighborhood, famous for its many cafés and bakeries, be sure to head over to Tiong Bahru Market where you will be able to find not only good eats but also surprising visual discoveries. On the butter-yellow walls are life-like animal murals that add a cheeky touch to the already vibrant and lively neighborhood. Ever changing, this year’s animal motif is a series of three goat murals by local artist Ernest Goh.

The stomping ground for the plethora of urban cool kids requires an equally, if not cooler, façade that matches the creativity and soul that comes from within the walls. The Substation has its walls adorned with many murals, ranging from as small as a juice box to as large as the whole wall. Some of the most intricate murals lie on the side of the building that leads to Timbre @ The Substation. Meander along the alleyway and admire the art, which features vibrant colors and solid, bold lines that break the monotony of the cityscape, all while you try to get the best angle for your next Instagram picture.

Like The Substation, Aliwal Arts Centre is a building that encourages the many creatives minds that gather there to express themselves on the walls. The exterior walls of this building and its surrounding areas have been transformed into the perfect canvas for many talented aerosol artists. Never one to remain staid, the murals there are constantly refreshed with different artists leaving their mark there each time. Currently, the prominent murals on display are done by local artist Slacsatu and pay homage to the iconic Star Wars franchise.

Nestled in the heart of Little India lies a hidden gem. Located in the alleyway between Rowell Road and Desker Road sits the mural by prominent American artist, Elmac. Invited to showcase his art during the Singapore Night Festival back in 2010, his mural still stands six years on, located on the walls of the now-defunct Broadcast HQ. Hidden in the alleyway and half obscured by potted plants from the houses nearby, you can still make out the intricate details that make up the mural as if it was painted just yesterday.

See Elmac’s work at Broadcast HQ, 10 Rowell Road, Singapore