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Frankston is officially home to Australia's BEST STREET ART TOUR and the FIRST destination to be inducted into the Australian Street Art Awards' Hall of Fame. 

The tours won  GOLD in the 2021,   2022 and 2023  at the Australian Street Art Awards and in 2023 the city’s annual Big Picture Fest took home the Silver Award for Best Street Art Festival or Event! 

Experience this national award-winning tour which showcases over 80 murals by local and international artists which bring the city’s buildings and laneways to life. Wander the streets to discover iconic images of the Frankston’s past, relive childhood imagery and celebrate Frankston’s urban culture.

Book on a national award winning Street Art Walking Tour and be taken on a guided discovery into the stories behind the artworks and their talented creators. Download the Street Art Map for the latest & best street art in Frankston.

Experience Australia's Best Street Art Tour today!

Take a 1.5 hour tour around Frankston's city centre and experience some of Melbourne's freshest street art.

With your hot drink in hand, visit more than 60 mammoth murals around the city centre. With pieces from renowned street art artists such as Smug, PichiAvo, DVATE, Vesod, PEETA EAD, Phat1 and Lady Diva, you will be absolutely fascinated by the stories and inspiration that are now part of Frankston's inner core.

The city centre's urban landscape began to transform with The Big Picture Fest launch in 2018, bringing some of the world's best street artists to Frankston. Painting over the course of a week, they brought a huge jolt of colour to the central core. Annually, The Big Picture Fest has brought more and more international, national and local artists to Frankston, creating an outdoor gallery of more than 60 murals for everyone to enjoy.

Tours cost only $15 per person, which includes coffee, tea or hot chocolate on the Saturday and Sunday tours. During the Friday twilight tours, soft drink or water is included in the ticket price. Street Art Tours will be limited to small groups up to 15 people.

If you're looking for a little more from your street art tour check out the Art, Beers and Baos package which includes a hot/cold drink (coffee, tea, hot chocolate or water offered during the tour), a pint of beer, cider, or glass of wine and two bao buns, provided by the Hop Shop in Playne Street after the tour. Tour costs $35 per person.

If you’re looking for a sweet pick me up after your street art tour we’ve got something to treat the kids (big or small). Check out the Art + Sweet Treats package which includes a hot/cold drink (coffee, tea, hot chocolate or water offered during the tour) and a post tour pit stop to The Cupcake Queens in Station Street to to enjoy one of their delish cupcakes and pair it with your choice of milkshake or hot/cold drink. A great chance to recharge, refresh and look through your tour pics. Tour costs $22.50 per person. 

Please note that bookings must be made one day in advance before the tour commences.

Upcoming tour dates: Sunday 28 April 2024 -11am Saturday 6 May 2024 -11am Sunday 12 May 2024 -11am Saturday 18 May 2024 -11am Sunday 26 May 2024 -11am Saturday 1 June 2024 - 11am Sunday 9 June 2024 - 11am Saturday 15 June 2024 - 11am Sunday 23 June 2024 - 11am Saturday 29 June 2024 - 11am

Weekend tours: 11am-12.30pm Private and group enquiries welcome. Please send us the details of your enquiry by clicking here.

Credit card bookings can be made at discoverfrankston.com . EFTPOS and cash bookings are accepted at the Frankston Visitor Information Centre at 7N Pier Promenade on the Frankston Waterfront. 

Frankston is located within one hour of the Melbourne CBD. Street Art Tours can be easily accessed by car or public transport. The Frankston train line runs directly from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Train Station. The Street Art Walking Tours' starting point is a short walk from the Frankston Train Station. 

Please note: the tours take place in the streets and laneways of Frankston City. Some paths and viewing locations may be uneven and participants in wheelchairs or using a walking aid may require assistance along the tour. 

Download a copy of the Street Art Map discover the City's street art independently. 

Trip Advisor 5* Reviews:

Russell I: Eyes Wide Open - What a Sight - There are some very talented street artists works to be viewed on this terrific walking tour through the laneways and streets of Frankston. All within a comfortable distance starting from the Frankston Library. Be guided by very knowledgeable tour guides who explain information on each art work and the artists. Highly recommended for anyone interested in the street art scene.

Michelle B: Today I went on the Street Art Walking Tour in Frankston, absolutely blown away at the quality and quantity of art in the back lanes and alleys of Frankston. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and explained the varying artists and artwork so we could get the full appreciation of what we were looking at, would highly recommend this tour 1 1/2 hours plus right near the beach and wonderful places to eat & drink at the end of the tour, do yourself a favour and book a tour today.

Judith M: "Our guide Sue from the Centre clearly loves showing off these secrets which are created by local and international artists and pop up in the most unexpected places- many with a socially sensitive message - others with just a burst of colourful intensity."

Michaela C: "This tour gives a whole different perspective on Frankston. An hour and half walk. The art is amazing and coffee included too. Great way to see Frankston."

Tishounette: "My kids took me on this tour for Mother's Day and we all enjoyed it immensely. The artwork is spectacular and the tour guides very knowledgeable and friendly."

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60 Playne Street, Frankston VIC 3199, Australia

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Experience this national award-winning tour which showcases over 50 murals by local and international artists which bring the city’s buildings and laneways to life. Wander the streets to discover iconic images of the Frankston’s past, relive childhood imagery and celebrate Frankston’s urban culture.

Book a Street Art Walking Tour and be taken on a deep dive guided discovery into the stories behind the artworks and their talented creators.

Each 1.5 hour tour around Frankston's city centre will introduce you to some of Melbourne's newest curated street art. With a hot drink in hand, you'll visit 20+ mammoth murals. With pieces from renowned street art artists such as Smug (pictured), PichiAvo, DVATE, Vesod, PEETA EAD, Julian Clavijo (pictured), Phat1, Melanie Caple (pictured) and Lady Diva, you will be absolutely fascinated by the stories and inspiration that are now part of Frankston's inner core.

The city centre's urban landscape began to transform with The Big Picture Fest launch in 2018, bringing some of the world's best street artists to Frankston. Painting over the course of a week, they brought a huge jolt of colour to the central core. Since then this annual street art event has brought more and more international, national and local artists to Frankston, creating an epic outdoor gallery.

The fun does not stop when the tour is over. Frankston, right on Port Philip Bay, boasts a vibrant promenade next to calm blue waters that are perfect for water sports, swimming or simply relaxing. Natural attractions, markets, boardwalks and historic homesteads will help you build up a thirst, and the evolving boutique beer, wine and spirits trail will keep you quenched.

When the sun shines so does the foodie scene. The sidewalks, streets and neighbourhood shopping strips hum before fairy lights go up, music plays and locals join in with new energy that will make you want to stay a while longer to enjoy the Frankston vibe.

Where?  Through the streets, laneways and arty precincts that make up Frankston, on Port Philip Bay in far south east Melbourne.

Price:  Tours cost only $15 per person, which includes coffee, tea or hot chocolate. Street Art Tours will be limited to small groups respecting current social distancing guidelines.

Bookings:  Credit card bookings can be made at  discoverfrankston.com . EFTPOS and cash bookings are accepted at the Frankston Visitor Information Centre at 7N Pier Promenade on the Frankston Waterfront. 

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There are more than 60 artworks across Frankston’s buildings and laneways. Created by the world’s best contemporary street artists, a walking tour is the best way to discover these incredible pieces.

Led by a local guide, you’ll discover Frankston’s iconic street art scene, the new street art hub of Southeast Melbourne.

You’ll learn about the artists, their stories, and the inspiration behind the murals that have become a celebration of Frankston’s urban art culture.

Tours run every weekend and bookings are essential.

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Tour cost includes a coffee stop at one of the local cafes (or tea, hot chocolate).

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