Street Murals of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Thailand: The Ultimate Urban Art Discovery

Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years guiding more than 100,000 international travellers across Southeast Asia-wide. This guide is crafted exclusively for Legend Travel Group guests from real on-the-ground experience and thousands of traveller photos shared on our tours.

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Street art has exploded across Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand, turning forgotten walls into open-air galleries that tell powerful stories of culture, history, resilience and everyday life. From giant 3D illusions in Hanoi to poignant Khmer Rouge memories in Phnom Penh, playful elephants in Luang Prabang and psychedelic temples in Bangkok – these murals are unmissable for photographers, culture lovers and anyone seeking authentic local vibes.

The best part? Most are completely free, hidden in quiet lanes, and perfect for our small-group Vietnam Tours, Cambodia Tours, Laos Tours and Thailand Tours that always include secret art stops the big buses miss.

Vietnam – Explosive Colour & 3D Magic

• Hanoi Old Quarter Murals (Phung Hung Street, Train Street area) – 19 giant murals celebrating Hanoi’s 1,010-year history

• Ho Chi Minh City Hidden Alleys (District 1 & District 3) – pastel cafés, Vietnamese women in áo dài, and Saigon retro vibes

• Hoi An “Memory Wall” – colourful fishing village scenes on ancient yellow walls

• Da Nang Dragon Bridge surroundings – massive 3D murals you can walk inside

Cambodia – Powerful & Emotional

• Phnom Penh Street Art Trail (Street 93, Bassac Lane, Battambang backstreets) – Khmer Rouge survivor stories, Apsara dancers, lotus flowers

• Siem Reap Pub Street back alleys – playful tuk-tuks, Angkor children, and giant elephants

• Battambang – Cambodia’s undisputed street-art capital with works by local and international artists

Laos – Gentle & Spiritual

• Luang Prabang Mural Street (behind Mount Phousi) – golden monks, Mekong sunsets, and endangered Irrawaddy dolphins

• Vang Vieng “Happy Walls” – dreamy karst mountains, hot-air balloons, and smiling hill-tribe children

• Vientiane riverside – quiet, poetic murals of Lao daily life

Thailand – Bold & Playful

• Bangkok Talad Noi & Charoenkrung Soi 32 – world-famous graffiti district with giant cats, Thai mythology, and neon rickshaws

• Phuket Old Town – Sino-Portuguese shophouses covered in pastel murals and Peranakan culture

• Chiang Mai Tha Pae Gate & Old City moat – elephants, Lanna lanterns, and hill-tribe portraits

• Always smile and greet locals – a quick “xin chào”, “sabaidee”, “sawasdee” opens every door

• Ask permission before photographing people inside or near murals

• Avoid touching or leaning on fresh paint (many artists repaint regularly)

• Support the scene: buy a coffee at cafés with mural walls or tip local guides

• Never add your own graffiti – respect the artists’ work

We run small-group (max 12 guests) mural-hunting adventures in every city:

1. Hanoi Hidden Walls & Coffee Tour – morning or sunset – $39

2. Phnom Penh Street Art & Craft Beer Walk – late afternoon – $45

3. Luang Prabang Mural & Mekong Sunset Cruise – golden hour – $52

4. Bangkok Midnight Mural Hunt by Tuk-Tuk – night tour – $48

All tours include professional English-speaking guide, cold drinks, insurance, and the best Instagram spots. Only 10% deposit required – final payment 30 days before departure. Cancel free up to 45 days prior. Peace of mind guaranteed.

• Dry season (November – April): perfect light and no rain damage to fresh paint

• Early morning (6–9 AM or late afternoon4–7 PM for golden light and fewer crowds

• Avoid midday harsh sun – murals lose their magic

Ready to capture the most colourful side of Southeast Asia?

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