15 Must-See Belfast Street Art Pieces (+ Map)

The Belfast street art has gone from strength-to-strength over the last 6 or so years.

And in a city as famous for its visuals as Belfast, it’s no surprise there’s a host of colourful street art for you to feast your eyes on!

In the guide below, you’ll find a mix of the best street art Belfast has to offer. So, dive on in! 

Note: If you’re looking for murals, which are very different to street art, see my Belfast murals guide!)

Brilliant Belfast street art

It’s worth taking 20 seconds to look at the Belfast street art map above, first, as it’ll give you a sense of the lay-of-the-land.

Below, you’ll find a mix of some of the better known street art Belfast has to offer along with several often-missed pieces that are tucked away off the tourist trails.

1. You Can Go Anywhere

Dan Kitchener’s “You Can Go Anywhere” shows a black taxi, symbolizing the iconic Belfast Black Cabs, driving through a narrow Japanese street.

The artwork highlights that with hard work and determination, you can explore the world.

It is located here on Enfield Street.

2. FORZAN

Some of the most colorful street art in Belfast can be found here on Gresham Street, created by Colombian artist Sancho.

Completed in 2018, the work depicts a young woman and parrot overlooking the urban Belfast landscape.

3. The Son of Protogoras

Located here in a car park on Talbot Street, “The Son of Protogoras” by MTO touches on Belfast’s past conflicts and depicts a boy clutching a dove that has been struck by two arrows. 

Painted by French artist MTO, this artwork is located across from St. Anne’s Cathedral.

The piece comments on the conflict between Irish Catholic nationalists and Protestant unionists, a struggle deeply rooted in religious identity.

4. Newen Tribute

Visual, one of two Colombian artists to attend the ‘Hit the North’ Festival in 2018, added a dash of brilliance to Winetavern St here.

His piece, “Newen”, is a tribute to native peoples, symbolizing strength and energy.

The  vibrant colours are inspired by the Wiphala flag of South American indigenous cultures in the Andes.

5. Untitled

One of the more recent additions to the Belfast street art scene is this piece from @sophiemess_ on Linenhall Street here.

It was completed as part of the 2022 edition of the ‘Hit the North’ festival and it shines proudly in the Linen Quarter.

6. Whitewashing a Rembrandt

Just around the corner from the famous Commercial Court, tucked away in a small car park on Hill Street, lies “Whitewashing a Rembrandt”.

Created by Lisbon-based artist PANG, it shows a classical portrait being whitewashed by a painter in the corner.

7. Still Waters

Staying on Hill Street, “Still Waters” by Manchester-based Nomad Clan explores Belfast’s industrial past and present by showing a modern young woman face-to-face with a wolf. 

It’s located right next to the Dirty Onion – one of the livelier pubs in Belfast!

8. Keep Her Lit

There’s a steampunk element to “Keep Her Lit”, located here on Union Street.

Created by Dublin-based artist ADW, it shows a human heart fitted with a pressure clock set among pipes and chains. 

9. Golden Hares of Rathlin Island

“The Golden Hares of Rathlin Island” is some of the more famous street art in Belfast.

A striking geometric interpretation of Rathlin Island’s famous golden hares, Golden Hares of Rathlin Island by Birmingham-based artist Annatomix can be spotted here on Castle Street.

10. Blurry Eyed

Another from Dan Kitchener is “Blurry Eyed”, located here on Talbot St in the Cathedral Quarter.

It was created in just two days during the now-famous ‘Hit the North’ Festival in 2016.

Amazingly, he works freehand without any projections or grids. 

11. Conflict

Vividly depicting a battle between a crow and a snake while an arrow goes flying past, “Conflict” by Spanish artist Sabek can be seen here on Talbot Street.

This piece symbolizes the conflict in Northern Ireland.

12. Deep Love

Another great piece from ADW can be found here on Dunbar Street.

“Deep Love” shows a diver in an antique diving suit carrying a mermaid in his arms.

13. Belfast Romances

A cool pop art addition to the city’s street art scene, “Belfast Romances” was created by Leo Boyd.

This is a colourful piece representing the artist’s favourite things about Belfast, with the City Hall at its heart. 

You can find it here on Victoria Street.

14. The Duel of Belfast

“The Duel of Belfast” is a sublime black and white piece located here on Hill Street.

It was created by Irish artist Conor Harrington and it depicts two duelling men and hints at the decadence of the colonial west. 

15. Pelicans

A striking piece here on High Street by Manchester-based Nomad Clan, “Pelicans” shows the pelicans from the Pottinger family crest.

The Asian flowers represent trading routes from Belfast’s industrial past.

Belfast street art tours

The street art tours tend to be some of the most popular things to do in Belfast, and they come in various shapes and forms.

You’ll either only visit the street art or you can see both the political murals and the street art.

Note: if you book a tour via one of the links below we may make a tiny commission that helps us keep this site going. You won’t pay extra, but we really do appreciate it.

1. Street art tour

The Seedhead Arts’ walking tour is a great way to discover more about the colourful artworks dotted around Belfast.

Now running for three+ years and lasting around two hours, you’ll learn about the city’s legacy of conflict and how artists from all over the world have come together to interpret Belfast’s unique character. 

2. Street art and murals tour

This 3-hour walking tour explores West Belfast’s political murals and the city’s efforts towards peace through the Re-imaging project.

The tour includes visits to the Shankill area, peace gates, Peace Wall, and Falls Road. Read the reviews here.