South Philly Art Tour - Small Group Walking Tour

Overview

Come and discover the artistic side of Philadelphia on this dazzling stroll through South Philly, where an endless tapestry of public art lines the streets.

You’ll feel immersed in the local art scene as your expert guide leads you through the Queen Village and Bella Vista neighborhoods, past breathtaking murals and mind-bending mosaics. As you learn about the history of the pieces and their creators, you’ll come to appreciate how public art impacts the neighborhoods and how amazingly 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 - one of the most impressive and fantastical works of art and sculpture you’ll ever see! Admission into the Gardens is included in our tour.

Part of your ticket also includes a donation to a local organization supporting artists in the city, so you’ll be directly impacting the incredible community highlighted on this tour!

City: Philadelphia

Sun 22 Jun

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Starting at $42.00

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Sun 22 Jun

Starting at $42.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

View breathtaking hidden gems, and hear the stories behind the art and the artists.

Admission into the fantastical Philadelphia Magic Gardens after your tour

A local expert guide who will lead you to dazzling pieces of public art

A visit to the Davinci Art Alliance, a community-based art organization

A pleasant walk through one of Philly’s most diverse and eclectic communities

A donation to a local community art organization

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Theater of Living Arts

Meet your guide outside this iconic local concert venue and hear how it has played such a huge role in the counterculture spirit of South Street

South Street

A vital commercial and artistic artery of South Philly, South Street has been at the forefront of this city’s counterculture scene for generations. Your guide will lead you past an array of locally-owned art galleries and shops, pointing out decorative facades and giving you fascinating morsels of history along the way

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

Zagar’s masterpiece, a once-barren abandoned lot on South Street transformed it into a mind-bending labyrinth of glass, tile, paint and almost everything else under the sun. This is something that must be seen to be believed, and you will be granted free admission into the Gardens at the end of this tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (126)

Interestef

Nov 2021

Because of this tour I saw a side of Philadelphia that I never knew existed-historic horse-drawn wagon size alleyways that transported me back to Ben franklin days, yet exploding to today’s world with colorful, insightful art and murals bringing the streets alive. Everywhere the guide directed attention to architecture, history and stories of the reuse of buildings to reflect the needs of the time. The guide charmingly shared her knowledge, enthusiasm, love and pride of this area and Philly in general. Well worth it. Recommend to others for an enjoyable time with eye-opening sightseeing of the highest order. Loved it! Guide was Shelley.

563alanes

Jun 2021

This was an interesting and fun tour lead by Chuck. I have taken several walking tours and this was one of the best. Chuck was knowledgeable and personable. I would recommend this tour to both locals and visitors.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Chuck is amazing! That's not opinion, it's scientific fact. He knows so much about the market and the surrounding neighborhood, it should be a crime to wander the area without him. Thank you so much for leaving this review.

spicechicken77

Jun 2021

Enjoyed this tour led by Chuck, a fun and knowledgeable guide. I attended with my mother, who was visiting from out of town. Even as a Philadelphian who lives in a neighborhood full of Mr. Zagar's mosaics and regularly shops at the Italian Market, I learned new things and tasted new flavors.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thank you! Yes, our tours are great for tourists and locals alike. Even if you have lived here in Philly your entire life, there is so much to learn and explore. I am so glad to hear that you got a different perspective of our wonderful city.