Vienna Street Art and Murals

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Vienna, known for its classical music and imperial architecture, also has a thriving street art scene. From colourful murals to thought-provoking graffiti, the city’s walls tell stories of culture, innovation, and history. Whether you’re a local art enthusiast or a curious visitor, Vienna offers urban art for everyone.

Vienna Mainstation

Franz Graf transformed the Hauptbahnhof/U1 Südtiroler Platz back in 2012. The work is a striking example of how art can redefine public spaces.

The subjects of Graf’s work are maps and connection lines which symbolise the complex interplay between words, thoughts, and the inner journeys of travellers passing through the station. These horoscope-inspired elements point to invisible relationships and connections that go beyond the worldly realm.

Graf’s art includes a fascinating mix of geometric symbols, fragmented text, organic patterns, and abstracted portrait photographs. These elements flow together like film sequences or dreamscapes, creating a layered visual experience.

Location: Passageway Vienna Central Station U1 Südtiroler Platz – Hauptbahnhof, 1040 Vienna

Vienna International Center

A huge mural inspired by Picasso’s ‘Woman with a White Dove’ graces the outside of the Vienna International Center in UNO City. The work was initiated by the Calle Libre cultural association, which organises a street art festival of the same name in Vienna, and realised by Australian urban street artist, Fintan Magee.

The mural shows a woman with a white dove flying from her hands – for Magee it is a symbol that peace is fragile and cannot be taken for granted.

“I’m lucky enough to have grown up in a democracy, I’m from Australia. When I think of peace and human rights, I think of my privilege that I didn’t have to worry about these things. I want to convey this message – as an artist, this is my small contribution.” – Fintan Magee

The innovative glass pattern effect emphasises the fragility and imperfection of humanity.

It took three weeks for Magee and his assistant to transform the 1,000sq metre wall and the design sends a strong message of the importance of art in public spaces.

Location: Wagramer Straße 5, 1220 Vienna

Vienna’s Ankerbrotfabrik

As part of the Cash, Cans & Candy project by Galerie Hilger, Vienna’s 150-year-old Ankerbrotfabrik silo became a canvas for internationally renowned street artists Shepard Fairey (Los Angeles), Faith47 (South Africa), FAILE (New York), and Katrin-Sophie Batz. These large-scale murals, completed in 2013, transformed the functional grain silo into an iconic landmark in Vienna’s urban art scene.

“The murals on the 150-year-old Ankerbrot grain silo in Vienna’s 10th district are a perfect example of how street art can energise urban spaces and tell compelling stories. For me, it was important to create something that is not only visually striking but also evokes emotions and inspires reflection—not just for locals in the neighbourhood, but for people passing by, or traveling specifically to experience these murals firsthand.” – Katrin-Sophie Batz

These projects demonstrate the transformative power of street art, turning industrial spaces and urban landscapes into living canvases that connect heritage with contemporary creativity.

Location: Absberggasse 35-37, 1100 Vienna (photos by Katrin-Sophie Batz)

Fourth District

In his first work created in Austria, renowned Brazilian artist, Eduardo Kobra paid homage to two of his greatest inspirations: iconic Austrian painters Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele. With his distinctive style and vibrant color palette, Kobra reinterpreted the famous photo of Klimt with his cat, placing the duo atop the rooftops of Schiele’s renowned “Krumau – Crescent of Houses”.

“The invitation to paint in Austria, a country with such profound cultural significance, inspired me to honour two Austrian artists I deeply admire. The artistic connection between these two painters was the driving force behind my vision.” – Eduardo Kobra

By seamlessly blending the styles of these two artists with his own unique perspective, Kobra created a remarkable piece of street art celebrating the collaborative and transcendent essence of art.

Location: Wiedner Hauptstrasse 78, 1040 Vienna

Therese-Sip Park

At the end of Sandwirtgasse, turn left onto Marchettigasse and follow it to Mollardgasse. Turn right to find Therese-Sip Park. The mural here is unmissable.

FRAU ISA, a Viennese illustrator, is known for painting confident female figures. Her character in this mural wears a bird mask, evoking a sense of vintage, nostalgic charm. NYCHOS, an internationally acclaimed street artist, adds depth by exposing the ribcage – his signature approach. Inspired by Vienna’s Art Nouveau heritage, this mural adds a contemporary twist to this the area.

Location: Brückengasse 1, 1060 Vienna

U1 Station: Altes Landgut

The work of artist Yves Netzhammer (“Gesichtsüberwachungsschnecken“) depicts the relationship between humans, animals, and nature, as well as the constant transformation of the elements.

When viewed from the moving escalator, the ‘Pictograms of Everyday Life’ appear to change, despite being fixed in place, giving the illusion of a puzzle. The stylised images humorously explore the techniques of modern facial recognition programs while playfully addressing expression and visual identities.

Yves Netzhammer’s installation is a collaborative project by KÖR Kunst im öffentlichen Raum Wien and WIENER LINIEN.

Location: U1 Altes Landgut, 1100 Vienna

Brunnenmarkt

Polish artist BEZT, a member of the renowned Etam Cru, collaborated with the Inoperable Gallery to create ‘The Fish Huntress’, an impressive mural at Vienna’s Brunnenmarkt in the 16th district. The artwork brings a splash of colour to the bustling Brunnenmarkt, known for its fresh produce and buzzy atmosphere.

BEZT, taking time off from his global projects, chose Vienna for this special creation, blending his signature style with the local environment.

“This huge mural has created a nice focal point for the culturally diverse neighbourhood. The Fish Huntress now looks over a market known by locals as one of the best spots to get fresh produce at affordable prices” – BEZT.

Nearby, the mural contributes to a growing art scene in the 16th district, where small galleries and creative spaces are emerging. The Fish Huntress serves as a bridge between the lively market and Vienna’s artistic innovation.

Location: Brunnengasse 38, 1160 Vienna

Donaukanal

Vienna’s Danube Canal is the center of the city’s street art scene. The walls along the canal are covered with graffiti, murals and messages – especially on the stretch between Augartenbrücke and Franzensbrücke.

An ideal tour starts at Schottenring, leads downstream on the bank side of the 1st district, across the Urania to the other side of the canal and then back upstream. Along the way, open-air restaurants and bars such as the Neni am Wasser or Summerstage offer perfect opportunities to linger. Further east, the Hafenkneipe (harbor pub) beckons with Steckerlfisch, while the Central Garden with its boules court and secluded pub garden offers a relaxed pit stop.

Whether art, culinary delights or urban beach life – the Danube Canal is a vibrant open-air stage in Vienna that reinvents itself every day.

Location: Donaukanal, Vienna

Main image by Christa Posch.