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

Calle Libre Festival 2025

As part of the Calle Libre Street Art Festival 2025, Mexican artist Paola Delfín created an impressive mural titled “Reconciliation” in the 12th district. The work was painted live during the festival, inviting the public to witness its creation.

Delfín’s mural explores the connection between humanity, nature, and all forms of life. Her intention is to show that humans are not above nature, but part of it and that true balance can only exist when all living beings are regarded as equals. In her mural, figure and landscape blend into one, creating a calm and almost meditative atmosphere.

Founded in 2014, the Calle Libre Festival has grown into Central Europe’s largest street art festival. Each year, it brings international artists to Vienna and highlights that street art is much more than decorative wall painting. It is a powerful contemporary form of artistic expression, making art freely and publicly accessible.

Vienna’s Ankerbrotfabrik

As part of the Cash, Cans & Candy project by Galerie Hilger, curated by Katrin-Sophie Batz (formerly known as Dworczak), Vienna’s 150-year-old Ankerbrotfabrik silo became a canvas for internationally renowned street artists Shepard Fairey (Los Angeles), Faith47 (South Africa) and FAILE (New York). 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.