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The Garbatella and Ostiense districts offer visitors a glimpse into Rome’s underground culture. Even without being an expert or art connoisseur, it’s impossible to overlook the local street art scene.
As you stroll through the streets of Garbatella, you’ll encounter works by contemporary graffiti masters such as Blu (on Via del Porto Fluviale) and Borondo, the “Wall of Fame” by Roman artist JB Rock (on Via dei Magazzini Generali) — a 197-foot (60-meter) red wall featuring his idols, including Jimi Hendrix, Barack Obama, Uma Thurman, Frida Kahlo, and Yoko Ono. You’ll also find “The Black and White Power” by the brilliant duo Lex & Sten (on Via dei Magazzini Generali), illustrations by Agostino Iacurci (on Via Libetta), and many more.
Graffiti by world-renowned artists Ozmo, Martina Merlini, Andreco, 2501, Tellas, and Gaia can be found in the underpass beneath the railway bridge connecting the Pyramid of Cestius (Piramide metro station) with Ostiense Street, created during a renovation supported by the 999 Contemporary gallery.
We invite you to join an exclusive guided tour of Rome’s most non-touristic district.
Typically, this part of the city is not included in standard sightseeing itineraries. But if you truly want to understand and fall in love with the Eternal City, the street art of Ostiense is an essential part of Rome’s soul.
So don’t waste any time — head to where every wall tells its own story.