Balmy Street Murals, San Francisco, California
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- History & Culture travel tip
- City center
These murals, which are painted on the garages, each have some sort of meaning and history. They are full of color, and offer a wide variety of creativity. Each mural has its own message.
Address:
Balmy St. A few blocks east of 24th street and Mission.
Price:
Free
Opening Hours:
24/7
How to get there:
From downtown, take mission street until 24th and head east.

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