Not everything is top notch but that's part of the beauty of freedom of expression. Various skill levels are represented and I'd venture to say if you keep coming back month after month you can see spraypainters develop their skills in real time. Without the graffiti this would be just another dank, gray, slightly sinister or drably boring traffic tunnel with vehicles choking pedestrians with exhaust. But now you get spray can fumes added to the mix! A couple people have also said urine stench. I didn't happen to smell that on my two trips on my southern sojourn but I believe it offends nostrils at times. I did see a homeless person who I tried not to disturb as well. That's life in a big city though. The Ann Arbor graffiti alley back home sometimes gets the homeless and sometimes you might smell piss there, especially in one certain spot. I'd venture to say you'd get both those things with or without graffiti and the stream of artists and onlookers might even have some looking for bushes nearby instead of relieving themselves here. I spotted lots of young people going to and from bars on a weekend night. I'm sure lots of weed is smoked here and tons of pictures are taken. How many pictures would be taken here without the graffiti? And right around the corner at one end is a massive wall stretching for I don't know how long covered with huge colorful murals for as far as I walked. So, hey, legal murals are represented, too and a nice primer on "graffiti vs. street art" is there for anyone to take in. This here tunnel probably keeps more than a few malcontents from tagging any of those murals. Local color aplenty here and it's constantly changing. I think I like it better than the Ann Arbor graffiti alley though my sample size here is admittedly small, just a couple nights in February 2026 as opposed to dozens of trips stretching over a few years in Ann Arbor. read more

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This might be a review about the tunnel but you need to make it to Wylie st and walk that so that you can immerse yourself in more art. The tunnel is amazing and a space for any and all to make art! Take your can or paint and make your art. Art is nothing if not shared!! read more

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This place is majestic. The day before I went here, I went to Atlanta's famed High museum which I loved! When I stepped briefly into the tunnel- it was like a brief drop down the rabbit hole. But instead of it being a black hole down, it was a color explosion to behold as you fell down but at the same time forward. the whole experience was like inhaling all of the artful experience of the High Museum but in one felt sniff! The direct and immediate inhale of all that art left me, well high on creativity and the luster of graffiti untamed. When I first went there I was on a food tour, and we were shown the tunnel from the outside. As the tour heard of the tunnel, I ran from the tour, crossed the street and went inside. Then is where I experienced the above inhalation of unfiltered art. I am open to breaking from the norm to honor what I crave. I guess in a way I honored the spirit of being someone willing to break the norm, to fulfill their own expectations. And that is, I can comfortably be described as a drummer who bops to their own beat. The next day I went back to the tunnel this time with more time to explore. And it was an intense experience that you can enjoy as a burst, or im a more calming state. When I walked the tunnel, with more leisure in tact, I was able to see all the blurred drama and arresting images that were both glaring and bold and still works of wonder. The pictures were also modern yet timeless. For instance, I witness a powerpuff girl (the blonde one with a baby blue outfit) with arms crossed and an angry face. I have never watched that show--- but is that a normal stance for her? Are these power puff girls grumpy on the regular? I also remember seeing a wall with a bounty of color from different strokes, and cans, and people. And on top of it, there sat a happy face gone twisted. Its eyes were crosses, it smile a frown in pain. I might be wrong but it reminded me of death. The world is a colorful place--- full of vibe, glee and wonderful chance-- but let us not forget that death happens in it too, in a way that leaves some dead with a grudge. The tunnel reminded of that. The tunnel also had zen pictures that did not give me calm, because the busy atmosphere of the place would not let me feel it. It made feel hype and frenzy because I had to focus to appreciate pieces. So this tunnel is meant to be viewed and absorb a task that does not translate to a tranquil stroll. When I went there I went on a Sunday. I saw multiple people running to and fro. Just joggers. These people, if they exercised regularly, saw the art as they trotted along. They did not seem impressed. I am not impressed where I see certain LA sites, too. I guess the graffiti does look cooler in another state. read more

Great place to walk or bike through. So much history and constantly changing art. Walking or driving through the tunnel gives you an immersive experience in the art. Colorful patterns and pictures line the walls. Worth the trip. read more

I love driving through or near the tunnel because I love to admire the artwork. On any given day it can change, and it's amazing to me what some street artists can create with a few cans of spray paint. I will say, if you drive through when someone is actively painting the smell of paint can be extremely overwhelming. It's not worth driving here just to see it, but for those of us that live nearby it's so fun to see the new artwork! read more

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So much history and art work all in one place. Walking or driving through the tunnel gives you an immersive experience in the art. Colorful patterns and pictures line the walls. Worth the trip. read more

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Seeing the reviews I was very excited to see the art here and walk through. My goal was to get there before sunset because some surrounding areas felt sketchy. I got there just as the sun was setting and it was such a busy traffic area. It's a tunnel with walking space on either side full of graffiti. It smelled like urine, and it was hard to take photos with bikes and people constantly whizzing by. I waited for a bit just to get a few photos, but didn't want to stay long as it smelled and felt like not the best area as you wander past some homeless camped out. While some of the art was cool, it was too busy and smelly to enjoy to the fullest. Perhaps come during the day when it's not rush hour. I don't think I'd make a special trip otherwise... read more

Krog Tunnel is Atlanta! One of my favorite Atlanta sites before moving here, and now I get to ride through it on my bike commute! I feel guilty about taking a star away for road maintenance reasons, because I certainly prefer Krog tunnel as is to anything that would remove its essence. It's dark in there and the road has potholes, and the sidewalks are a bit too narrow for bikes but I sometimes use them anyway when it's too scary to bike on the road. I can't explain why it sometimes is and sometimes isn't scary to bike on the road in there. It's actually scarier when there's NO traffic because I feel very vulnerable even with my light on. read more

Cool tunnel and more art on the street. Good long walk if you go by foot few blocks. If you like street art definitely check it out.

First timer . We loved it . Especially for photography and videography. Perfect location. Thankfully we came on a week day and we were able to park just close to the tunnel . Free parking outside the row houses in that street. Very comfortable driving.. It's so colorful. When we took some videos , it looked awesome .. very creative paintings. Loved it .must visit if u drive to Atlanta downtown :) thumbs up.. read more

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Nothing worth going too out of your way for, but we enjoyed walking through it and around the area while we waited an hour or two before we had to head to the airport. We parked by Mystic Lotus Yoga, then walked through the tunnel and headed to Krog Street Market (indoor food court) nearby for some dinner options. read more

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Krog Street Tunnel is across the street from Krog Street Market and its located at the end of the Beltline. This is definitely a cool spot in ATL! I've driven by it a couple times, but its so much better to walk through and actually see all the paintings, and graffitis on both sides of the tunnel. It's very interesting, and it keeps changing and changing since everyone keep adding more stuff to it. Definitely give it a shot! ESPAÑOL El túnel de la calle Krog está al otro lado de la calle del mercado de la calle Krog y está ubicado al final de la línea de circunvalación. ¡Este es definitivamente un lugar genial en ATL! He conducido un par de veces, pero es mucho mejor caminar y ver todas las pinturas y graffitis a ambos lados del túnel. Es muy interesante y sigue cambiando y cambiando, ya que todos siguen agregando más cosas. Definitivamente dale una oportunidad! read more

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As a freelance photographer & a lover of street art aka graffiti,I always enjoy coming back to the Krog Street Tunnel for use as a dope backdrop read more

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Well, this was an unexpected surprise. It had been a couple of years since I'd last been in Atlanta. And, it had been a LONG time since I did I deep dive into Atlanta. The Atlanta that I'd always known was a driving, parking lot of congestion-sort of metro. So... it's a city experienced in one's car. Imagine my surprise to discover efforts of improving the city's walkability. Imagine my surprise to discover that the greenways are being linked with all manner of housing, dining and activities all around. Imagine my surprise to discover the importance and function of art to all of this. Sculpture art. Architectural art. Natural art. And, street art. I don't know when the lexicon changed from graffiti to street art but I like it. The former word is loaded with bias. It's seen as less than due to where - and by whom - said art originates. But, other than those things, what sets that art apart from others? Not a whole lot, I'd argue. And the Krog Street Tunnel is a place where artists (professional, street and otherwise) can lean into their art, tell their story, communicate their mission, and connect people. I came early enough in the day (and, on a week day) that I wasn't overrun by tourists, locals, bikers, runners, or cars. I had daylight and could take my time going through a lot of what I saw. Plus, I was with a fantastic local who gave me the skinny on some of the recurring themes and words I saw. I likened the viaduct to a small, curated outdoor gallery and I have the pictures to prove it. I don't know when you started doing things like this, Atlanta, but I like it. I like it a lot. Now, I'm on the lookout for tiny doors and protracted, written, public conversations. (non-sarcastic) Thank you. read more

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I'd like to have had more time to explore and especially wish that I'd brought some portable light but it is what it was and I didn't have much time here. This is an Atlanta institution and is much like the famous "gum wall" at the Pike's market in Seattle. It just happened and now it is. The tunnel is filled with graffiti that even spills out onto the cross streets. Timely information, covered over and over and over again as new happenings and new artists appear and then move on. It's very interesting! [Review 10562 overall, 329 of 2019.] read more

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This is an Atlanta classic! It is a short 10 min walk from Krog Street Market (even though the GPS says 30 minutes but don't follow it). You can bring your own spray paint and paint inside of the tunnel. It is well lit and there are lots of other people walking by. If you walk out, you can see lots of murals that are great to take pictures with. read more

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Krog Street Tunnel is immersed in art and graffiti all around it. It is 10 minutes drive from downtown area of Atlanta. It's pretty cool if you are into artsy things. Or if you love taking photos , this place is a great option in Atlanta. It gives you a sort of Wynwood walls (Miami) vibe from the outside wall area. They have artwork outside the tunnel with prefect place for photo shoot etc. The tunnel itself is very cool but some of the parts are not very well kept. But it's still worth a visit while supporting local community and artists. You can actually walk through the tunnel from inside/both sides have a pathway. Also there are vehicles driving by. Side Note: We found street parking near by/near a housing neighborhood. One of the tiny doors ATL is located outside one of the tunnel entrances. ~ read more

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Rented a scooter to go through the tunnels and down both ends. Would have to say that the tunnels are a bit hard to see cause of limited lighting and something you'd probably want to walk through since you can't ride the scooters on the sidewalk! read more

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Across the way from Krog Street Market is this cool graffiti tunnel. Lots of beautiful murals on the outside walls running down both sides too. Seems like a big picturesque spot. We walked up and down to view all the murals and walked through the tunnel to see all the graffiti. Very cool sight for someone who doesn't see this type of artwork often or is looking for some cool murals to snap some pics in front of like me (: read more

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From older photos of the Krog Street Tunnel, it appears that the quality of the graffiti art has dramatically deteriorated. Now it's just scrawls and squiggles anyone with a can of spray paint could output; nothing particularly stood out to me. Therefore I suggest checking out the Cabbagetown murals adjacent to the tunnel which are products of those with more talent and creativity. The Krog Street Tunnel could be worth a quick drive-through if you're in the area, perhaps on the way to Krog Street Market, but for tourists, I wouldn't make a special trip out of your way. If you'd like to park and stroll through, find a place for your vehicle along the nearby streets south of the tunnel like Estoria and Wylie. As Yelp says, the tunnel is certainly Local Flavor. read more

The five points area is a new an trendy area not to far from downtown Atlanta. Krog street tunnel is very small you can drive through it in a blink of an eye. I recommend parking and walking around you'll be able to appreciate the art more this way. read more

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I visit here frequently to admire the new additions. My most recent visit was to snap pictures of my Nice in her birthday outfit. Photos were taken and edited with my iPhone XR. Great place to go to snap a few pics or admire the wall art/murals or whatever you call them. read more

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If you're visiting Atlanta, the Krog Street Tunnel (as well as the nearby Cabbagetown street murals) are well worth a visit. We spent the past weekend in Atlanta for my birthday, and our airbnb was a short walk from the Krog Street Tunnel. Filled with graffiti, it's a cool spot to walk through or to take some photos. But, hey, it's a tunnel, so it's appropriately and not surprisingly kind of filthy. Stop by if you're into graffiti! read more

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If you're a graffiti junkie, this is a place for you! Walking wise, this is a long walk with both sides to consider. Everyday, someone adds another art piece. In fact, when I was visiting someone was painting! I wasn't here for long because of the scorching heat, but this is a good place to take photos. Just make sure you consider the lights at the end of tunnel. That may be the aspect that may ruin your photo! Feel free to stop by and at your own art to the walls! Lots of the word "fuck" as well: read more

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What an amazing urban art experience! The tunnel and walls around it are covered in a variety of art featuring everything from cartoons, to nature, to political art, and more! We parked a block away and walked the tunnel and wall and really had a great 30-45 minutes of enjoying art. I would definitely recommend checking it out. Even if you don't have much time you can drive through the tunnel and along the wall to enjoy the wall. read more

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A cool sight to see if you're already on the Beltline. It's always changing since it's a graffiti-packed tunnel and has some inspiring writings/drawings. I wouldn't say it's something to go out of your way for, BUT the wall that runs along Wylie St. on the Beltline Eastside Trail definitely is! It's a long wall that runs alongside some train tracks and it's filled with some of the coolest graffiti and constantly changes. read more

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Walking through the tunnel, I was met with fresh air and friendly people. Watch out for the runners, bikers, and families enjoying the graffiti art. Of course there were some questionable additions to the tunnel, but to each their own. I think there's beauty that can be found though the covered walls. It was really cool to see the art surrounding the tunnel and finding out information and the stories behind the murals. I stumbled upon the beltline while checking out the tunnel. It was interesting seeing all of the new developments in the area. read more

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I was looking for a place to take some images for a Street Art club and found the Krog Street Tunnel online. What a gem to find if you enjoy an Urban area filled with local talent. I ended up spending several hours walking around the neighborhood and taking photographs along the way. The neighborhood is safe, lots of people out biking, walking, running and others there to take in the works of art. It is easy to access and parking was open on some of the side streets in the neighborhood or you can pay to park at the Krog Street Market a few blocks to the North. The artwork changes rapidly, the day I visited there were fresh cans of spray paint inside the tunnel and the aroma of fresh paint was heavy. Some of these artists have amazing talent, you can literally spend time looking at the detail in each painting. A great find! read more

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Many years ago, this was just a dilapidated tunnel filled with meaningless graffiti from any rouge vandal with a spray can. Today it's still a dilapidated tunnel, but with much more style and purpose. Artists from all over have taken to painting messages of hope, encouragement and statements of the times. Driving through the tunnel does not allow you to see some of the intricate details and messages, so I encourage you to park and walk. I must admit, if you don't know the area, it feels a little creepy. As you drive through it, you will possibly be left with a eerie vibe, wondering if some drug addict is gonna dive on your car out of the shadows asking for money. But walking the tunnel will feel much different. There is heart and soul to many of the views expressed here through art. Even as we walked the darkened sidewalks (which are elevated several feet above the ragged roadway), there were artists with fresh cans of paint making a statement. The tunnel is part of the Eastside Beltline Trail which connects many of Atlanta's oldest and most notable communities. Art is a common theme throughout the Beltline, making Krog Street Tunnel a distinct member of the group. As a matter of fact, the Beltline is considered the Southeast's largest temporary public arts project. It will be 22 miles of artistry when completed and Krog Tunnel is arguably the star of the show. FINAL THOUGHTS The tunnel runs between DeKalb Avenue and Wylie Street as it bores under some of the old railways that made Atlanta (once known as Terminus), who it is. Instead of the free expression of graffiti in the tunnel, the walls along the Wylie Street side have commissioned murals. I've loved art my whole life, and I absolutely adore how the City of Atlanta has brought once undesirable areas of the city back to life. I LOVE IT!!!! 2017/134 read more

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Kids had a time here. The weekends are packed but we didn't mind. Got to finally get out the house. The graffiti is ever changing everything I go i spot something new and amazing. Some artist were there with music and live art which was spectacular to watch. Got some food as we enjoyed our time there. Most things are pretty affordable. Only thing hard to find was parking. read more

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So far, I've only driven through but I'd love to walk this tunnel someday. Just about every inch of concrete is covered in spray paint and I understand something new is added almost daily. If you're walking through, I bet it would be a smart idea to take a flashlight, even during the day since you never know how the light will fall. And I bet this is a nice way to cool off during a Hotlanta summer day. Definitely a unique experience! read more

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Unfortunately it's mostly LESS THAN TALENTED taggers, the potential for good graffiti pieces removed by the garbage clutter of tagging. Nothing standing out or memorable, other than disappointment. read more

Krog Street Tunnel is just that- a tunnel, but what makes this tunnel even cooler is the amount of graffiti scattered about it. The tunnel is short so it's recommended to walk through the tunnel instead of driving through. We parked at Krog Market and walked the few blocks over to the tunnel- totally worth it. The tunnel isn't well lit so if you're trying to see the graffiti; whether you're admiring it, taking a photo of it, or getting that perfect Instagram selfie, you might want to bring some sort of additional light with you- especially if you're walking through at night. The walkway in the tunnel is a bit narrow so it can be a little difficult to get full on views/shots of the tunnel which is kind of a bummer, but still is a cool sight to see. You'll find empty spray paint cans lining the walkway as the artists just left them when they were emptied. It's gritty. It's different. It's a cool. It's nothing something you'd anticipate seeing or doing in Atlanta, well, at least I didn't and I think that's why I enjoyed it so much. If you're nearby defintely check it out. It'll only take you a few minutes and you'll have some cool pictures when you're done. read more

Honestly the tunnel was nothing to write home about. Like yes the art in the tunnel could've been great at one point but it just is at the point where so much art is done on top of other art that at the point you can really enjoy it. I went on a bright sunny day and even then at points it was difficult to see because it was dark inside the tunnel. And the whole time I just kept thinking a rat was going to come out and walk over my shoe. Also smelled exactly like you'd think a city tunnel would smell like-piss and sewage. read more

I've been wanting to visit this place for a minute. My first attempt failed because the parking lot for the market was full so I gave up and went back home. My 2nd attempt was a success I guess because of all the rain humans didn't want to go out. From my walk to the tunnel I saw some beautiful wall art you can take photos of as well (see my photos in the gallery). The tunnel is really cool. I wouldn't suggest going at night by yourself. Take a spray bottle and do some of your own art. I've heard that sometimes there is even a live musician there playing some tunes. It's a great photo op. read more

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Very fun find in atl. You can find the tunnel located at the end of the Beltline past Krog Street Market as well as a wall of murals right past the tunnel. The tunnel has a bunch of graffiti and murals and is overall just super cool to walk through. read more

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The Krog Street Tunnel is the small stretch of Krog Street that runs in between Dekalb Ave. to the north and Wylie St. to the south. It connects the East Atlanta neighborhoods of Inman Park and Cabbagetown. The tunnel runs underneath a train yard. It's constantly covered in a variety of ever-changing graffiti, street art, and local/neighborhood advertisements. It's considered by many to be a landmark or cultural icon of Atlanta. The tunnel consists of a two-lane road with sidewalks on either side. There are three sets of pillars that run the entire length of the tunnel. Along with the concrete walls, inside and out, these pillars are a popular space for art. Often times, multiple pillars are utilized for a single project, kind of like how multiple billboards are used for a single ad on the highway. The tunnel is unique. There's not really another place like it in the city. It's free for the public to post, paint, draw, etc. whatever they'd like. Some of the art is impressive and creative while some of it just plain sucks. Then again, it's all subjective. It's interesting to see how much effort some artists put into their creations. Some works are elaborate, intricate, and make use of multiple methods (e.g. spray paint, paintbrush, paper, drawings, and print). However, the tunnel is covered mostly in graffiti. There are often announcements painted and flyers posted for local events. One ad you're almost guaranteed to see every year is for Cabbagetown's annual Chomp and Stomp chili festival, which is held just south of the tunnel. The tunnel sees a lot of vehicular traffic, so it's a good, free means of exposure to the folks who live and work in East Atlanta. The tunnel is also commonly used for photo and video shoots even though the lighting inside isn't great. The tunnel itself is old. The road is bumpy and the sidewalks are dirty/dusty, but they're mostly free of trash and debris. I wouldn't go out of my way to see the Krog Street Tunnel, but if you happen to be in the neighborhood, it makes for a brief, amusing detour/diversion. read more

The Krog Street Tunnel is a wonderment in Atlanta. Yeah, yeah, hyperbole thy name is Ivan, but I really dig this ol' thing. Driving through it always makes me feel like I'm in a real (sorry, fellow Atlantans) city. It's dark, dank and dirty. And it's filled top to bottom with graffiti, most of it bad, but some of it remarkably good. Look, I know I'm getting old when I see a tagged building and I think "Ah, man, someone's got to pay to clean that up." I no longer denounce The Man because I've come to realize that I've BECOME The Man. Still, there's a small part of me that enjoys seeing a well-placed graffito, whether it's a well-drawn mural of Bob Marley or a peon to who sucks and why sucking continues to be that person's forte. The Krog Street Tunnel provides the concrete canvas for all these would-be artists and poets. (And entrepreneurs if you go by the number of bills also posted in there.) Every city needs a space like this, if only to keep the kids off my lawn. So for that, five stars to the Krog Street Tunnel! read more

The light at the end of the tunnel.. is usually red, yellow or green. This tunnel has an opening at each end - pretty standard stuff. There's usually a photo shoot for some booty-licious (shout out to TLAP day) picture posting publication going on here so don't get caught off guard at the fab-a-lus rump stickin' way out and wreck your hoopdie into a pillar. I mostly ride my bike through here and count it as part of the beltline trail until they figure out how to get Hulsey Yard to scoot itself down Dekalb Ave. a few miles. I'm graffiti agnostic but occasionally I get a chuckle out of something I see on a pillar or on the southbound entrance coming from Inman Park. An artful and informative cavity you will enjoy coming out the end of. read more

If you're into graffiti and political based art, you'll definitely love this little tunnel. It is immersed with so much love and passion. I had a photo shoot here during my stay in Atlanta. Just driving through Krog Street Tunnel isn't enough. To really get the full experience, you have to take your time and walk through both sides of the tunnel. Let yourself indulge in the art and political statement painted onto every crevices of this tunnel. The art is also ever changing so it will definitely give you the incentive to always return. read more

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