Booked the tour while visiting from the states and really glad I did. Melinda was very knowledgeable (literally wrote the book - 2 of them, on street art).

Turned out it was just me on the tour so it was very tailored and personal. She clearly has a love of the streets and the art forms in the streets. Great way to experience street art culture in a fun and unique location. Lots of trendy shops, thrift stores, and restaurants close by.

We loved this tour! A perfect intro to Newtown—can’t believe how much astonishing street art is packed into a compact neighborhood. Melinda knows the artists, the stories, everything. Such a warm person and a great storyteller. Plus her food + pub tips were perfect (Tokyo Lamington, Pastizzi Café, Courthouse pub = yes!). Would give her 10 stars if we could.

Melinda is incredibly knowledgeable with a warm, friendly nature. We were fortunate to have her all to ourselves. Melinda is a local artist, author and insider to many of the artists whose work you will see.

I and my 13 year old son feel privileged to have been given a personal tour into the history and evolving stories behind many of Newtown’s master pieces.

We highly recommend Melinda’s tour if you want to be inspired and get a better understanding of the stories behind Sydney’s inner west, historic street art culture.

Absolutely loved this street art tour! The host, Melinda, was incredibly passionate and deeply knowledgeable about the local street art scene. She provided fascinating backstories and historical context for each piece, turning what could have been just a walk past cool murals into a meaningful journey through Newtown’s creative street art culture. We also got great insight of the evolution from graffiti to street art and how it has shaped—and been shaped by—the culture of Newtown. It was more than just a visual tour; it was a cultural deep dive. Highly recommended for anyone interested in art, history, or urban culture.