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Vote for Your Favorite Mexican Street Art from our top ten picks!

Updated: Oct 24

We love street art and we love to photograph it! We were hugely impressed with the abundance of art on display in the cities we visited in the awesome country of Mexico. We could not decide on the best so we thought we would put our top ten together and ask you! Scroll through and enjoy - cast your vote at the end of the post!


In no particular order and with full credit to all original artists:


1. The Three Amigos


Street art depicting three dressed monkeys on a wall as seen in San Cristobal. Chiapas, Mexico

Photo taken in San Cristobal, Chiapas, Mexico



2. The Bull Heads


Street art depicting several bull heads on a wall as seen in San Cristobal. Chiapas, Mexico

Photo taken in San Cristobal, Chiapas, Mexico


3. Tick Tock


Street art depicting an ornate clock on a wall as seen in San Cristobal. Chiapas, Mexico

Photo taken in San Cristobal, Chiapas, Mexico


4. Butterflies & Flowers


Street art depicting butterflies and flowers on a wall as seen in San Cristobal. Chiapas, Mexico

Photo taken in San Cristobal, Chiapas, Mexico


For more street art and an insight into the beautiful town of San Cristobal check out our YouTube vlog! See why no one wants to leave this awesome place... we stayed for 3 months!





5. The Lady of Cancun


Street art depicting a woman with blue hair and ornate make up on a wall as seen in Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Photo taken in Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico


Cancun was the very first city we stayed in after deciding to travel full time. Take a look at our Airbnb and cost of living video over on our Jenn and Leon Travel YouTube Channel!




6. Chicken Man


Street art depicting a man holding a chicken on a wall as seen in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Photo taken in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico


7. The Sea Heart


Street art depicting a tangled squid and whale in the shape of a heart with a blue background on a wall as seen in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Photo taken in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico


8. Flowers in Her Hair


Street art depicting a lady with flowers in her hair on a wall as seen in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Photo taken in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico



9. Scorpio Stare


Street art depicting a woman with scorpions around her eyes on a wall as seen in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Photo taken in Tulum, Quintana Roo Mexico


10. The Skull and Top Hat


Street art depicting a skull face with a black top hat and dark suit on a wall as seen in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Photo taken in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico


Vote for your favorite!

  • #1 The Three Amigos

  • #2 The Horse Heads

  • #3 Tic Tock

  • #4 Butterflies & Flowers

You can vote for more than one answer.


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Is Tulum worth its much hyped reputation? Take a look at our stay here exploring the central area, the Tulum Ruins, the main strip and restaurants. You can decide for yourself!



 

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Your FREE interactive map of Mexico


Check out all of the places we visited in Mexico courtesy of this interactive map from Wanderlog. Tap any of the numbers for more information including directions, our blog posts, links to reviews and much more.



Wanderlog is a free travel planning app for iOS and Android devices that allows users to create trip itineraries, organize flights, hotel and car reservations, view places to visit on a map, and collaborate with friends. It is super handy and has made a big impact on our travel planning. It saves time and is super easy to use!



 

Explore Mexico with Klook


Klook offers a wide variety of tours to help you experience the best of Mexico. Whether you're looking for a historical tour, hop on and off bus experiences, or even water parks, Klook has something to offer. In addition to their wide selection of tours, Klook also offers great deals on transportation, accommodation, and activities.



All tours are led by experienced guides who can help you learn about the history and culture of Mexico. Klook's tours are all-inclusive too, so you don't have to worry about anything but enjoying your experience!


 

Your GUIDE to visiting Mexico


First time in Mexico? Check out our comprehensive guide with all you need to know including our latest posts, must-see places, and key information about health & safety, transport, local customs, internet availability and much more!


Your guide to visiting Mexico.



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