ARTS & CULTURE
TAMPA BAY MURALS
Tampa Bay is a melting pot of people, cultures and backgrounds. Nowhere is this diversity more prominently displayed than in its murals and public art scene. With beautiful murals spread throughout downtown and several other neighborhoods, you’re sure to find the perfect backdrop for your next photo op. Take a stroll, by foot or by bike, and be inspired by Tampa Bay’s colorful array of mural art.
NO. 1
STAY CURIOUS
Located across from the Glazer Children’s Museum in the heart of Tampa’s downtown arts district, this multi-building piece was created to inspire people of all ages to discover the creativity that surrounds them.
📍 : 800 N. Ashley Dr.
🎨 : @tesone and @knownasba
NO. 2
Peace and Love
Because sometimes, all you need is nothing but peace and love. Check out the glow from this beautiful peace at the popular Sparkman Wharf.
📍 : Sparkman Wharf, 615 Channelside Dr.
🎨 : @adamfu
NO. 3
Sparkman Wharf Shipping Containers
Sparkman Wharf is Tampa Bay’s popular outdoor food-hall. Restaurant concepts are located inside shipping containers that are works of art themselves, each offering a unique design and visual celebration of Tampa Bay.
📍 : Sparkman Wharf, 615 Channelside Dr.
🎨 : @peprallyinc
NO. 4
Love Where You Live
From the Josè Gaspar pirate ship to Tampa International Airport’s giant pink flamingo, “Love Where You Live,” created by local artist Bianca Burrows, showcases Tampa Bay’s famous iconography. Stay on the look out for this vibrant new mural as you drive down Kennedy Boulevard from downtown Tampa.
📍 : 1905 West Kennedy Blvd.
🎨 : @itsbbart
NO. 5
All For Love
What do you love about Tampa Bay, FL? The “All for Love” mural features fun depictions of iconic local wildlife – like the Ybor Chickens!
📍 : 1001 N. Florida Av.e
🎨 : @_illsol
NO. 6
Tampa Postcard
The iconic Tampa Postcard Mural features several Tampa Bay icons, including the José Gaspar pirate ship, minarets from the University of Tampa and the Historic TECO Streetcar.
📍 : @PPK building, 1102 N. Florida Ave.
🎨 : @carlcowdeniii
NO. 7
Viva Ybor Mural
A colorful celebration of Ybor City. This mural features Ybor founder, Vicente Martinez Ybor, as well as other Ybor sights like the Historic TECO Streetcar and wild roosters.
📍 : 1909 E. Seventh Ave.
🎨 : @chicolesnyc
NO. 8
Evangeline’s Feast
This mural is located at the wine storage building of the legendary Bern’s Steak House. After visiting the iconic restaurant, Tristan Eaton learned its deep history, and incorporated an image of founder, Bern Laxer, into this South Tampa mural.
📍 : 1208 S. Howard Ave.
🎨 : @tristaneaton
NO. 9
Measured
The mural "Measured" celebrates the sports legacy of the area, showcasing basketball, tennis, and the historically popular boxing of West Tampa. Legends Dr. Fernando "Ferdie" Pacheco, Muhammad Ali's corner man, and Joe "King" Roman, Puerto Rico's first world heavyweight championship challenger, and Tampa resident, are featured, embodying motivation, inspiration, and determination.
📍 : Macfarlane Park, 1700 N. MacDill Ave
🎨 : Edgar Sanchez Cumbas & Jay Giroux
NO. 10
1937 Antifascist Women's March Mural
Commemorating the 1937 Antifascist Women's March, where women led a protest against inequality. Featuring the defiant Spanish phrase "No pasarán," or "they shall not pass," echoing a rallying cry from Spain's Civil War, emphasizing resistance against oppressive forces.
📍 : 2015 E. 7th Ave, Tampa
🎨 : Michelle Sawyer
NO. 11
Timeless Bay
Nestled next to The Florida Aquarium, a breathtaking mural captures the essence of marine life. This larger-than-life depiction of a sea turtle, painted with strikingly vibrant hues, is a visual testament to the beauty and majesty of oceanic creatures.
📍 : 1000 Channelside Dr, Tampa
🎨 : Saint Paint
NO. 12
We Love Downtown
Queen Andrea One is a legendary artist based out of New York City. With a history of vibrant lettering pieces stemming from a background in graffiti and hand-lettering, she has painted all over the world.
📍 : 100 W Fortune St, Tampa
🎨 : Queen Andrea One
NO. 13
Brilliant Things
Inspired by the vibrant artistry and lively energy of the Seminole Heights neighborhood, this piece captures the essence of the area with its mesmerizing and deeply layered color palette.
📍 : 6428 N. Florida Ave
🎨 : Carlos Pons
NO. 14
Block Party
This artist creates geometric abstract work using symmetry and carefully executed color palettes. This piece was commissioned by Tampa Walls as they bring vibrant works of public art to Tampa Bay businesses, schools, and public spaces.
📍 : 1420 N Florida Ave, Tampa
🎨 : ILL.DES