Graffiti Alley, Toronto: How to Visit and What to Do Nearby

Graffiti Alley runs roughly 1 kilometer parallel to Queen Street West between Spadina Avenue and Portland Street in downtown Toronto, an officially sanctioned street art corridor where the city has authorized murals across the rear walls of the fashion district since the early 2000s. The alley served as the filming location for Rick Mercer's television monologues. Artists rotate work continuously, so visible pieces change between visits. The walk is free and self-guided, with most foot traffic entering from Augusta Avenue or Rush Lane. Graffiti Alley remains one of the densest sanctioned street art concentrations in Canada. is just one of many options in Toronto. Major attractions worth considering include Hanlan’s Point Beach, Hockey Hall of Fame, and Art Gallery of Ontario.