• 292 Lafayette St - Former Pop Shop

Explore the location of the former Pop Shop and delve into the connection between Basquiat and Haring.

• 76 E Houston St - Bowery Mural

Visit the renowned Bowery Mural and the site of Keith Haring’s previous Pop Shop. Uncover how Haring and Basquiat utilized public spaces, activism, and street art to transform New York’s artistic landscape.

• 315 Bowery - Former CBGB Club

Did you know Basquiat was part of a band? Discover the link between the CBGB club and Basquiat.

• 57 St Marks Pl - Club 57 – The Underground Scene

Step into the realm of Club 57, the heart of New York’s ‘80s counterculture. Learn about Basquiat’s musical evolution—from Blondie’s early video to his band Gray. Please note, entry is not possible as the building is currently closed.

• 80 St Marks Pl - Breakthrough Galleries (formerly FUN Gallery)

Discover the galleries that propelled Basquiat’s career—from Diego Cortez’s discovery to exhibitions with Larry Gagosian—securing his legacy in art history. Find out where the first gallery to promote graffiti was situated.

• Atelier Jolie - Basquiat’s Last Residence

Visit the building once owned by Andy Warhol, rented by Basquiat, where he passed away in 1988 at the age of 27. The tour guide will have reserved your spot, and a coffee will be served in this Art Center now managed by Angelina Jolie.

• Guided tour with a certified NYC licensed guide
• Snacks

• Gratuities

This tour distinguishes itself through exclusive access, engaging storytelling, and profound cultural insights. Guided by a specialist in street art and New York City history, the experience delves deeper than typical sightseeing, uncovering the creative, political, and personal influences on Jean-Michel Basquiat’s art. Participants enjoy privileged entry to his last residence—now a private art center backed by Angelina Jolie—and visit carefully selected sites like Club 57 and the Bowery mural. This tour provides a unique chance to immerse oneself in the world of a true art pioneer, right in the neighborhood where it all began.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.