Graffiti Bar

Graffiti Bar on South 13th Street in Philadelphia is a classic dive bar that has been a neighborhood staple for decades. Its name comes from the walls covered in layers of graffiti, stickers, and scribbles from patrons over the years, creating a unique, ever-evolving art installation. The interior is dimly lit with a long wooden bar, vintage bar stools, and a jukebox playing everything from punk to soul. Drinks are affordable, think $4 beers and well cocktails, and the crowd is a mix of regulars, students, and artists. There's no pretension here; just good, cheap drinks and a welcoming, if rough-around-the-edges, atmosphere. It's the kind of place where conversations start easily and the bartender knows your name after a few visits.

Don't miss

• Contribute to the wall graffiti (ask the bartender for a marker)
• Play a song on the classic jukebox
• Enjoy a cheap PBR or shot of whiskey
• People-watch the eclectic mix of locals
• Check out the vintage arcade games in the back

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Graffiti Bar

Cheapest way inPalermo Graffiti Tour4.9★ · 854 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$13 per personSee dates →Most bookedDark Philly Adult Night Tour4.9★ · 4,433 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$38 per personSee dates →Private & flexiblePrivate Barcelona Graffiti Workshop with a Street Artist5★ · 34 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$161 per personSee dates →

Know before you go

• Bring cash, the bar is cash only, though there's an ATM inside.
• Feel free to add your own graffiti to the walls; markers are usually available at the bar.
• Smoking is allowed inside (Pennsylvania exception for bars), so be prepared for a smoky environment.
• Drink specials change daily; ask the bartender for the current deal.

A bit of history

Graffiti Bar opened in the 1970s and quickly became a hangout for local artists and musicians. Its graffiti-covered walls are a living record of the bar's history, with some markings dating back to its early days.