Miami: Wynwood Walls & Street Art in the Wynwood Art District

Wynwood and its Wynwood Walls in Miami had been on my bucket list for a long time. And the great thing about flights to North America is that I can finally get up really early. I can even watch the entire sunrise, which is far more spectacular at a hotel right on the beach in Miami’s South Beach than anywhere else. But what isn’t beautiful about Miami, anyway? Beautiful people, beautiful beaches, beautiful light—everything is beautiful. And then there’s all the art and street art in Miami! Just like at the Wynwood Walls.

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Wynwood Walls: The Street Art Hotspot in Wynwood, Miami

The Wynwood Walls are located a bit off the beaten path from the beach scene in Miami Beach—surprise!— in Wynwood. And actually, they’re not just a few painted, colorful walls, but a self-contained open-air museum with an attached gallery, a café, and a shop. By the way, admission is free! It’s worth getting there early, before the hordes of tourists arrive—especially if you’d like to take a photo in front of one of the walls without a hundred other people in the shot.

Even if you’re not that interested in art, you’ll love the Wynwood Walls: they’re like a giant playground for adults. Everything is colorful, large, and hands-on. In the park itself, you can touch the walls, marvel at them, and some sculptures even invite you to climb them. And the paintings are all so expressive and colorful—especially in the bright Florida sun—that my jet lag disappears instantly. The Wynwood Walls just put you in a good mood.

If you still have a little extra cash in your pocket, you can take a piece of Wynwood Walls home with you by purchasing one of the artworks from the park’s own gallery.

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In general, Wynwood is the district to go if you like art. Many galleries are nearby, and you can always find great street art in the sprawling streets of this former industrial area.

Wynwood Walls: In the middle of the Wynwood Art District in Miami

In specialty shops, you’ll often find maps highlighting the best street art spots and the most beautiful pieces, but since things are constantly changing and new, exciting works are always popping up, it’s best to just head out and keep your eyes open. In any case, I couldn’t stop marveling—so many amazing colors, ideas, and sources of inspiration—you should really plan a whole day for Wynwood. Just around the corner, you’ll find this now-famous mural by the Brazilian artist Kobra… and new art is added every day!