Do you fancy heading out on a self-guided Banksy walking tour of Bristol? Read on for three different routes you can take and street art maps for each of them…
Banksy & Bristol
Did you know that world-renowned street artist, Banksy, had some very humble beginnings?
He (or she) was born in the very cool and quirky city of Bristol, England in the 1970s, and grew to be what is now possibly the most famous street artist in the world, with works now selling for obscene amounts of money.
Although his work can now be found in auctions, as well as out on the streets of places like London, Los Angeles and New York City, Bristol in the UK is home to a number of Banksyβs earlier works.
And it’s just one of many great things about living in Bristol!
This blog aims to equip you with the knowledge you need to embark on a self-guided Banksy walking tour (for free) of either 0.5 miles, 3 miles or 4.5 miles, and includes custom street art tour maps (previews below):

Bristol Banksy Walking Tour – 0.5 Miles – Stokes Croft
This short half-mile walk takes you through possibly one of the coolest areas of Bristol – Stokes Croft. It’ll take you about 45 minutes depending on how long you hang out in pubs.
Here, youβll find three Banksy murals as well as lots of other pieces by lesser-known street artists. You also have the option to chill out in the popular drinking hole, The Canteen, which is also home to a Banksy work of art.
Why not try this walk as an epic Bristol date idea?
Youβll find a street art tour map of the Banksy murals found on this 0.5 mile walk beneath the photos and descriptions of the Banksy murals you’ll see on this walk.
1. Blowpop Records

This stencil mural was originally designed as album artwork, of which there are less than 100 surviving copies⦠and one street art version right here in Bristol.
This stencil is now a little difficult to see, and the last time we saw it, it was behind some security fencing due to building works. But if you look closely, you can just make it out!
Banksy Address Book:
Cave St
Bristol
BS2 8RU
If youβre getting thirsty already, might I suggest you make a quick pit stop at Cosieβs? Itβs a cute little bar in a cellar, which comes complete with caves outside and a very cosy feel inside.
2. The Mild Mild West

This mural is right on the side of a building overlooking The Canteenβs beer garden, a very popular spot for both food and drink.
Iβd definitely recommend resting here with a cider and some delicious grub (food).
If the weatherβs nice, sit out in the beer garden and youβll be able to stare at Banksyβs βThe Mild Mild Westβ for as long as you like (or at least until closing time).
Banksy Address Book:
The Canteen
Hamilton House
80 Stokes Croft
Bristol
BS1 3QY
3. Rose on a Mousetrap

Found on the side of someoneβs home, more than 20 local residents are said to have put their money together to buy a frame for this particular mural, (to protect it from vandalism), making this one of the best-preserved pieces in Bristol.
I think itβs safe to say that everyoneβs super proud that Banksy comes from Bristol – so donβt you forget it!
Banksy Address Book:
Thomas Street North
Bristol
BS6 5TN
Check out our map here to see an option to print it from Google. And if you also want a PDF printout of all the Banksy addresses included below, you can sign up for it here!
UPDATE (May 2023):
Back in 2019, we updated these Banksy walking tours to remove two murals we’d initially included.
‘Take The Money And Run’ at 33 Bath Buildings was sadly graffitied over in 2019; a reader kindly shared a photo of how it looked when they visited in the blog comments below, so you can see why we decided to remove the mural from our tours.
Two other readers also contacted us in May 2023 to confirm the mural is sadly still graffitied over.
We’d also included a bonus mural in this short walk for ‘Elephant Missile’, which was at 4 Balmoral Road. That one has unfortunately also been painted over, this time in thick red paint, so you can no longer see it at all.
It’s a real shame that this has happened to such historic Banksy murals, however, we’ve still left the photos of them below so you can see how they used to look in their prime…
Take The Money And Run (Graffitied Over)

Banksyβs βTake The Money And Runβ is one of his earliest known works, and was created in collaboration with Inky and Mobz.
As per the update above, it was graffitied over in 2019. A reader kindly shared a photo in the blog comments below so you can see how it looked when they visited… such a shame!
We’ve also had other readers contact us in May 2023 to confirm the mural is still graffitied over.
Banksy Address Book:
33 Bath Buildings
Bristol
BS6 5PT
Elephant Missile (Painted Over)

This Banksy mural was a tiny piece that used to pack a huge message, and you would likely have walked right by it when it was here.
It used to beΒ on the side of a house, right under the St. Andrews Road sign, however, it has since been painted over.
In the photo above taken a few years ago, you can just about see that this mural used to depict an elephant carrying a missile.Β
Banksy Address Book:
4 Balmoral Rd
Bristol
BS7 9AZ
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Bristol Banksy Walking Tour – 3 Miles – Central Bristol
This slightly longer 3 mile walk takes you through Central Bristol and around the Harbourside to see some of Banksyβs more famous Bristol murals and takes about 2 hours to complete.
Youβll also finish at one of the best restaurants in this area for food, which has cuisine from a number of different regions from around the world!
Once again, we’ve created a street art tour map, which you’ll find beneath the photos and descriptions listed below.
1. Paint Pot Angel

Found inside the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, this is actually not a mural, but a statue and again, a must for Banksy fans.
But donβt worry! This museum is free to explore, and alongside this Banksy masterpiece, youβll find loads more awesome artwork!
Banksy Address Book:
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery
Queens Rd
Bristol
BS8 1RL
2. Well-Hung Lover

What a name, eh? This is Banksy at his finest, playing on words to his heartβs content!
And the best bit? This mural is on the side of a sexual health clinic – howβs that for strategic placement?
Sadly, since the mural was painted, itβs been shot at with a paintball gunβ¦ so you’ll spot a slightly different mural from the one shown above today.
Banksy Address Book:
Frogmore Street
Bristol
BS1 5NA
3. Grim Reaper

This haunting piece was originally painted on the side of Thekla – a boat housing a bar and restaurant.
To help protect it from wear and decay from the harbour, the piece was moved to Bristolβs M Shed and is on display for everyone to see for free there.Β
Banksy Address Book:
M Shed
Wapping Wharf
Bristol
BS1 4RN
4. Girl with a Pierced Eardrum

When I first found this mural, I had no idea it was by Banksy, and listed it as one of my top discoveries in Bristol.
At the time, I just thought how clever it was! Iβve since found out that itβs a Banksy mural from 2014.
Banksy Address Book:
Albion Dockyard
Hanover Place
Bristol
BS1 6UT
5. You Don’t Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky

Perhaps one of Banksyβs simplest works of art, yet one that conveys so much meaning – proof that Banksy is a true artist.
This piece simply quotes: βYou donβt need planning permission to build castles in the skyβ, shaped like a smiling face.
Banksy Address Book:
99 Lower Lamb Street
Bristol
BS1 5QR
Check out our walking tour map to see an option to print it from Google. And if you also want a PDF printout of all the Banksy addresses included below, you can sign up for it here!
After your walk, Iβd recommend having dinner at Za Za Bazaar, a very popular place with tourists and locals alike here in Bristol.
They offer different cuisines from around the world including Italian, American, Asian, British and Indian and are an βall you can eatβ buffet-style place.
They even have an island dedicated to desserts! If you want to find out more about this quirky restaurant, take a look at our Bristol city guide.
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Bristol Banksy Walking Tour – 4.5 Miles – Stokes Croft and Easton
This is a much longer walk that includes some of the murals found on the half-mile walk, but also takes you out to a couple of Bristol suburbs where youβll find another couple of Banksyβs more famous Bristol murals.
You’ll need 3-4 hours to complete this walk. And youβll end your walk in Cabot Circus, where Iβd recommend checking out the various restaurants found here – youβre sure to find something you like, even Vegan and Gluten-free!
As this is a longer walk, youβre going to need your sustenance! If you havenβt yet had lunch, Iβd recommend starting at Biblos for delicious wraps. The jerk pork wrap is particularly tasty!
Psst! Don’t forget to check out our Banksy walking tour map. You’ll find it below the following photos and mural descriptions!
1. The Mild Mild West

Found on the side of a building overlooking a popular bar called The Canteen, is one of Banksyβs more famous Bristol murals.
Plus, itβs handy being able to stop off for a drink or a bite to eat here if you want, while looking up at a Banksy masterpiece.
Banksy Address Book:
The Canteen
Hamilton House
80 Stokes Croft
Bristol
BS1 3QY
2. Rose on a Mousetrap

Itβs said that at least 20 residents put their money together to help protect this mural from vandals with a glass and wooden frame; making this one of Bristolβs most preserved Banksy murals.
Itβs found on the side of someoneβs home and with the frame around it, you canβt miss it!
Banksy Address Book:
Thomas Street North
Bristol
BS6 5TN
3. Blowpop Records

This small mural was originally designed as a limited-edition album sleeve.
Although the stencil is difficult to see nowadays and is obscured slightly by fencing, you can still make it out if you look closely.
Banksy Address Book:
Cave St
Bristol
BS2 8RU
Whilst youβre here, Iβd also recommend a stop off at Cosieβs – a cute bar found in a cellar, which is just as cosy as the name suggests.
4. Graffiti Cat and Dog

Another of Banksyβs earliest works, this piece can be found alongside loads of different street art pieces.
This makes it the perfect spot for creating a colourful Bristol photo essay or simply admiring the best of local art.
Banksy Address Book:
Corner of Robertson Road and Foster Street
Easton
Bristol
BS5 6JE
5. Masked Gorilla (No Longer There)

This final Banksy mural has an interesting story to tell. Although itβs an early Banksy masterpiece, it was accidentally painted over in 2011 and later restored. However, we understand it now does not exist at all.
Banksy Address Book:
Fishponds Road
Eastville
Bristol
BS5 6PN
Check out our map here to see an option to print it from Google. And if you also want a PDF printout of all the Banksy addresses included below, you can sign up for it here!
After your walk, you’ll probably need to make your way back to the City Centre.
Iβd recommend you head to Cabot Circus shopping centre, which has an upper level dedicated to restaurants and fast food places.
From Italian, to American, to Asian, there are lots of food choices here so youβre sure to find something you like, including Vegan and Gluten-free friendly options!
Banksy Bristol Update (May 2023)
Back in 2019, we found out that ‘Take The Money And Run’ at 33 Bath Buildings was sadly graffitied over.
A reader kindly shared a photo of how it looked when they visited in the blog comments below, so you can see why we decided to remove the mural from our tours.
We’ve also been contacted by other readers in May 2023 to confirm the mural is still graffitied over.
It’s a real shame that this has happened to such a historic Banksy mural, however, we’ve still left the photos of it below so you can see how it used to look in its prime…
Take The Money And Run (Graffitied Over)

One of Banksyβs earlier works, βTake The Money And Runβ was created in collaboration with Inky and Mobzβ¦
Although it was in really good condition when we saw it a couple of years ago, a couple of readers have since found out that the mural has been graffitied over.
One of those awesome readers (thanks Jim!)Β kindly shared a photo in the blog comments below so you can see how it looked when he visited… such a shame!Β
Banksy Address Book:
33 Bath Buildings
Bristol
BS6 5PT
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Banksy Bristol Update (February 2020)
You may have heard that a brand new Banksy appeared in Bristol just before Valentine’s Day 2020.
Although it was vandalised within just a couple of days, which Banksy is apparently happy about, we managed to snap a quick photo of it before then.
The mural has since been boarded over so we’ll be keeping an eye on it to see what happens next.
As soon as the mural is back on display (and ideally restored), we’ll update our Banksy walking tours to include it.
For now, though, we thought you’d like to see what it looked like pre-vandalism:



I hope this Banksy walking tour guide comes in handy when you next visit Bristol! Which walk do you think you might head on first? Feel free to jot down a few notes in the comments, or if youβve still got questions, then let me know!
And did you remember to check out our walking tour maps and handy PDF? Grab your maps here, or sign up for the PDF version now!
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Thank you we used your guide to get street names..
That’s great news! I’m glad you found it useful… I hope you managed to scout out loads of Banksy pieces?! π
Take the money and run has been covered again
Hi Simon,
Thanks so much for letting us know, although that’s a real shame it’s been covered over again.
We’ll update the blog post to let people know π
Thanks for this! We also mostly used the addresses ? sadly have to tell you ‘take the money and run’ has been spraypainted over by some moron ?
Oh no! That’s terrible news, such a shame you couldn’t see it at its prime.
Thanks for letting us know though; we’ll add a note to the blog to say so.
Hope you had fun hunting for murals all the same! ?
To follow-on from Sofie’s comment, I can confirm ‘Take the Money and Run’ has been spray-painted over, leaving only a small portion still visible, as you can see here:
https://ibb.co/wpdmtLY
Hi Jim,
Thanks very much for sharing this photo with us… we can now see exactly how bad the spray paint is. It’s such a shame, but looks like we may have to update these tours to remove ‘Take the Money and Run’ from them as it seems like it’s not worth visiting any more at all.
At least we have the photos of it from its ‘heyday’ to remember it though. And fingers crossed Banksy comes back and leaves us all another mural in Bristol! π
Best,
Justine
Hi,
Just done all of the walks above (in a roundabout way) so here’s an update for you.
The elephant missle has been painted over in thick red masonary paint now so you can’t see it sadly.
We found blowpop in Portland Square (next to the cellar bar), it is currently behind some security fencing as the building is a bit delapidatd. Not sure what’s going to happen to it.
As someone else has said, Take The Money and Run has heavy graffiti over the top of it now so it is almost unrecognisable.
I have photos of the locations if you want them.
Thanks for the heads up blog though, it really helped.
Hi Dave,
Thanks so much for sharing this info!
It’s really cool to hear that so many of you are trying out these Banksy walking tours, although it’s a real shame that some of them have been painted over. We appreciate you letting us know; we’ll be sure to update this blog to reflect the changes that have happened over the years.
Ahh well, at least we have some old photos to preserve Banksy’s masterpieces, eh? π
Either way, I still hope you had fun scouting out the murals!
Best,
Justine
The βYou Donβt Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Skyβ mural no longer looks like a smiling face. They have added a garage door in the middle of it and tried to restore it, but it didnβt work very well. So sad, this would have been one of my favorites to see ):
Oh no, that’s such a shame!
Thanks for letting us know though Elizabeth… I’ll update the blog post now with a note so that people are aware of the issues with this one. It seems to be happening to so many of these Banksy murals π
The mural “Take the money and run” has been restored, was there on 16.06.19.
That’s wonderful news, thanks for letting us know! <3
In the Bristol museum and art gallery, there is a very big Banksy painting/digital print on your right when you’ve entered. Is this new there? Because I don’t understand why this piece isn’t mentioned with the Paint Pot Angel. They’re at the same location.
Thanks for commenting and for letting us know about the Banksy print in the museum!
We’ll have to check it out as we didn’t see it when we visited a few years ago… always more to be discovered in Bristol π
Hi, I just want to say thanks for this guide it helped us through Bristol today. Also wanted to update you. The masked gorilla has white paint over it. I have a picture which I could email? Many thanks Sharlene
Hi Sharlene,
Thanks so much for commenting!
So pleased to hear you liked the guide… we noticed on Instagram that you saw a lot of Banksys, which is great news!
Although sorry to hear about the masked gorilla π …we’ll update the blog shortly with this info, so thanks very much for sharing! xoxo
We had great fun finding some of these. Unfortunately the rose trap frame and glass has been vandalised but you can just about see the painting underneath and it looks intact still. Hopefully the residents will restore the frame again.
Hi Laurie,
Thanks so much for commenting!
I’m glad you enjoyed your Banksy walking tour π
Such a shame to hear about the mouse trap one, but thanks for letting us know. I’ll update the blog so others are aware π
Agreed, fingers crossed they can fix it!