Walking Tour: Murals & Public Art of Downtown

Discover the charm of Vancouver's downtown through its impressive array of murals and public art. From restaurant walls to shop facades and even filling the cracks, these vibrant works of art tell unique stories, each contributing to the city's culture. Take a stroll, snap a photo, and share the colorful creativity of Vancouver!

Use the map and background info below to guide your next stroll through downtown. If you know of a mural we still need, please reach out to www.realtorcas.com so we can add it. 

EXPLORING VANCOUVER’S ART DISTRICT

Since 2004, the City of Vancouver and the Clark County Mural Society have been working together to transform public spaces by creating over 40 murals and nearly 20 displays of public art. Vancouver's Downtown Association also collaborates with groups like the Great River Arts Festival to keep the downtown area alive and beautiful. In 2022 and 2023, they added over 15 new murals. The "Welcome to Vancouver" mural greets visitors at 6th & Broadway, while the Art District Mural Lot (pictured) showcases a variety of creativity and celebrates the diversity of the community. Visitors can find a cluster of murals along Washington and Main Street, and the alleyway behind Kindred Homestead Supply off Main Street has been transformed into an outdoor gallery.

SELF-GUIDED TOURS

Step out on a self-guided tour around downtown, with something unique around each corner. Start at the vibrant "Groovin' and 'Couvin" mural by Esther Short Park and follow the mural map mentioned above to explore a kaleidoscope of paintings. As you stroll through the area, you'll come across eye-catching works like the "Columbia Food Park" and “Nch'i-Wana” (pictured). Keep an eye out for intriguing public art installations like "The Visitor," which features a tentacle emerging from a manhole, and "Volunteer Corner," showcasing a miniature Vancouver city sculpture. Don't forget to explore the nearby galleries and museums, adding layers of cultural richness to your walk.