Lakeland is a city that proudly wears its artistic heart on its streets. From historic Dixieland to the bustling downtown, vibrant murals can be found all over town, offering a visual feast for both locals and visitors. Whether you love finding an Instagram worthy backdrop, are looking for a selfie wall, or just enjoy seeing these works of public art, you’ll have fun trying to pick your favorite mural in Lakeland.
We can also make your mural-hunting journey a breeze: below you’ll find a map of the murals in Lakeland, FL {perfect for a driving tour or mural scavenger hunt!} If you’re looking for things to do outside in Lakeland, embark on an art-filled adventure to see all of Lakeland’s murals and outdoor street art.
We appreciate all of these gifted artists sharing their work with us, especially the amazingly talented Gillian Fazio who painted many of these murals.
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Gaslight Tattoo
This has to be Lakeland’s most colorful and whimsical mural with a crab, octopus, snail, flowers, and more. I LOVE it. Each side of the building has some kind of artwork on them, and the artist told me he’s still working to cover all four walls. I can’t wait to see what else he comes up with. Located at Gaslight Tattoo Company, it isn’t easy to see from South Florida Avenue, you’ve got to park and get out to fully enjoy this mural.
Address: 509 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: LostKidGilligan on IG
Create & Cultivate Murals at Catapult
These two murals are beautiful! Located at the new Catapult building on Lake Mirror, these are a short walk if you’re at the Joinery for lunch or dinner. You’ll find them on walls on either side of the building, the Create sign is along a wall in the parking lot.
Address: 502 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: Gillian Fazio and Megan Carroll
Oranges at the Yard on Mass
This is Lakeland’s “juiciest” mural filled with bright orange oranges, green leaves, blue flowers, and Gillian Fazio’s trademark butterfly. This mural is located on the south wall of the Yard on Mass.
Address: 802 N Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: Gillian Fazio
Greetings from Lakeland Postcard
We love the postcard look of this mural! Each letter highlights a Lakeland landmark or business including the Polk Theater sign, the Dixieland sign, Southgate arch, the Florida Tropics, swans, and Lake Mirror. Located at the Residential Roofing Depot.
Address: 505 Martin L King Jr Ave, Lakeland, FL 33815
Artist: Gillian Fazio
“Tobacco Leaf” Mural at Gaines Jewelers in Downtown Lakeland
This mural is GORGEOUS, probably my favorite {although it is hard to choose, they are all so fun}. The colorful flowers make a fantastic photo backdrop. This mural is inspired by the tobacco leaf pattern originally designed in China in the 1700’s and still available today from Mottahedeh.
Address: 112 S Tennessee Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: Gillian Fazio
Flower Mural inside Salon Chateau in Downtown Lakeland
This is also one of my favorites {seriously, I could say that about all of Gillian Fazio’s murals} AND it’s located inside my hair salon – Salon Chateau in Downtown Lakeland. You can take a peek through the window or go inside to snap a selfie {just remember it is a business and be discreet}.
Address: 228 E Pine Street, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: Gillian Fazio
Downtown Restaurants – Molly McHugh’s and Palace Pizza
Head down the alley from Gaines Jewelers and you’ll run right into these two murals in Downtown Lakeland located across the street from each other on Kentucky Avenue. Both are on the outdoor patios of the restaurants.
Address: 114 S Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: Unknown
Rolando Cat Mural in Lakeland
Fern Mural in Lakeland
These four local art projects bring vibrant color to Massachusetts Avenue in Downtown Lakeland.
Address: 314 N. Iowa, Lakeland, FL 33801 can be viewed from Massachusetts Ave.)
Artist: Kimberly Campbell
Church Drip Mural in Lakeland
Located across the parking lot from the Fern Mural and Rolando Cat Mural, the white sides of this church were transformed with blue and purple hues that appear to be dripping down the wall.
Address: 417 N Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: Brooke Agnini and Kimberly Campbell
Goddess Mosaics at the Tax Collectors Office in Lakeland
This artwork depicts a mosaic originally displayed at a Fort Lauderdale Publix, and was recreated at the entrance to the Tax Collectors Office in Lakeland {which was originally a Publix store}. One mosaic includes a goddess holding a platter of food and the other shows Spanish explorers in Florida. The mosaic recreation was sponsored by Gregory Fancelli, grandson of George Jenkins, the founder of Publix Supermarkets. Click here to learn more about the history of Publix murals.
Location: 916 N Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: Tom Pitzen
Angel Wing Mural in Lakeland
These wings have been around since 2016 and are quite popular! Try different poses for a fun photo {don’t be boring like me – check Instagram for inspiration}. To find the angel wing mural in Lakeland you’ll need to drive or walk down the alley behind Born & Bread. When you’re done, be sure to walk down the alley and check out the Dixieland Dragon {pictured below}.
Address: 1113 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33803
Artist: Aaron M Corbitt
Dixieland Dragon in Lakeland
Who knew we had such a ferocious beast in Lakeland! Known as the Dixieland Dragon, he stands almost 13 feet tall. Learn more about the story behind the dragon on LkldNow. {Look but please don’t touch!}
Address: 118 W Park Street, Lakeland, FL 33803
Artist: Brooke Agnini & Keith Williams
Shop Across the Street’s Welcome to Lakeland Mural
If you love the whimsical, colorful designs of Twenty Seven, you’ll love this fun mural in Dixieland. It includes a signature Florida alligator, Lakeland’s neon spinning ball, oranges, a swan, and more.
Address: 110 W Highland St, Lakeland, FL 33803
Artist: Jenna O’Brien of Twenty Seven
Greetings from Lakeland at Boring
This blue, gold and white mural highlights all things Lakeland – swans, airplanes, butterflies, baseball, and the arches on Lake Mirror. Located at Boring Business systems across from the Lincoln dealership entrance. We love when business owners use their outdoor walls for a work of art!
Address: 950 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801
Artist: The Atlanta Illustrator
Butterfly Wall at Venue Salon
A spin on angel walls and angel wings, try becoming a butterfly at Venue Salon in Lakeland. There are multiple butterflies painted on the building, with a set of wings for you to take a butterfly selfie.
Address: 5035 S Lakeland Dr, Lakeland, FL 33813
Artist: Gabriela Jaxon
Southside Cleaners Wall
This was my son’s favorite mural. It is an outerspace, ocean, airship scene painted to look like it is in a hole in the wall. Have your kids face the wall and point as though they are part of the scene, and don’t miss the puppy in the bottom right of the mural, it makes for a fun photo.
Address: 901 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33803
Artist: Tim Haas
Castle at The Raven Faerie
We actually found this castle on accident while leaving Southside Cleaners, it is about a block away. We don’t know the story behind it but it sure seems like a fun idea to put on a princess dress or a knightly costume and snap a photo with this backdrop!
Address: 201 Frank Lloyd Wright Way, Lakeland, FL 33803
Artist: Unknown
Downtown Diner
A lovely scene of Lake Mirror and Hollis Garden. Located on the west side of the Downtown Diner, the mural is actually located on Missouri Ave.
Address: 126 W Main St, Lakeland, FL 33815
Artist: Unknown
Made in Lakeland
Located in the Dixieland Mall near Concord Coffee, this sign is perfect for a Lakeland themed photo.
Address: 1035 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33803
Artist: Unknown
Map: Find Murals Near You
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