About
Hosier Lane is a narrow cobblestone laneway in Melbourne, Australia, known for its street art. Its walls are covered in graffiti and murals by local and international artists, and the surfaces change over time, so what you see on one visit may not be there on the next.
What a visit is like
Hosier Lane is short and easy to walk through, so most visitors spend their time looking closely at the walls rather than covering distance. Because the works are painted over and replaced, it rewards a slow pace. Bring a camera, and expect other people doing the same.
- The laneway is best suited to people who enjoy street art and urban design.
- Its cobblestones and narrow walls give it a distinctly old-city feel.
- Many of the works are painted on large surfaces, so they are easy to see even from the lane's entrance.
Around the laneway
Hosier Lane sits in central Melbourne, so it can be combined with other parts of the city. Many visitors pair it with a walk through the surrounding streets, where more street art, cafés and shops are within easy reach. It makes a good stop for anyone interested in how the city expresses itself through its public spaces.
