Banksy and other street art legends arrive in San Pedro del Pinatar

Date Published: 25/03/2024

The Barón de Benifayó Museum has launched a new exhibition of the Murcia Street Art Project

Banksy and other street art legends arrive in San Pedro del Pinatar
Murcia Street Art Project is on a mission to change the way people think about graffiti. They believe that this type of urban expression is not only most certainly not vandalism, but rather a legitimate art form that deserves recognition and respect. To this end, the forward-thinking group has organised an exciting new exhibition in San Pedro del Pinatar called Breaking the Moulds, which features works by some of the world’s top street artists.

The exhibition is taking place at the Barón de Benifayó Museum until May 26 and it’s a must-see for anyone interested in urban art. With more than 20 pieces on display, it’s a massive showcase of talent, featuring legendary artists like Blek Le Rat, Seen and Banksy. Yes, you read that right – Banksy! The mysterious British artist is known for his challenging and thought-provoking works, and his piece in this exhibition is no exception.

Banksy and other street art legends arrive in San Pedro del PinatarBut it’s not all about Banksy. The exhibition also includes works by other renowned artists like Jeff Aerosol, DALeast, Aboudia and Bicicleta Sem Freio. And let’s not forget the talented Spanish graffiti artists who are representing their country, including Mr Trazo and Boa Mistura.

What’s really special about this exhibition is the diversity of nationalities represented. With seven different countries included, it’s truly an international celebration of urban art. And yet, despite the variety, the exhibition manages to feel cohesive and well-curated. That’s thanks to the expertise of curator Darío Vigueras, who has done an amazing job of bringing all these talents together under one roof.

According to the organisers, this is a unique opportunity to see works by some of the biggest names in street art in one place, and to experience one of the most exciting exhibitions to hit the Region of Murcia this year.

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Avenida de las Salinas (Edificio CIT), 55 30740 SAN PEDRO DEL PINATAR

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Oficina de Turismo, San Pedro del Pinatar

San Pedro del Pinatar Tourist OfficeThe municipality of San Pedro del Pinatar has one principal tourist information office which is open throughout the year, and then other tourist information points which open during the peak summer months.  Due to its location on the fringes of the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean coastline, San Pedro del Pinatar has a period of intense summer tourism activity during the peak summer months, although is popular with retirees of all nationalities out of peak season.

Much of the tourism activity is directed into these peak months, although the Salinas natural park and health tourism hotels in San Pedro del Pinatar make this a popular destination throughout the year.

For more general information about the San Pedro del Pinatar municipality and its beaches, go to the dedicated San Pedro del Pinatar section, Click San Pedro del Pinatar

Tourist Information Offices, San Pedro del Pinatar.

San Pedro del Pinatar Tourist OfficeOficina de Turismo, tourist Information office.

Avenida de las Salinas, 55, 30740 San Pedro del Pinatar. Murcia.

Tel.: 968 182 301 – Fax: 968 183 706

Click for map, Avenida de Las Salinas, San Pedro del Pinatar

Opening hours:

1st April to 30th September:
Monday to Friday: 9am to 2pm.
Saturday: 10am to 2pm and 5pm to 7pm.
Sunday and Fiesta Days:10.30am to 2pm

1st October to 31st March:
Monday to Friday: 9am to 2pm.
Saturday: 10am to 2pm and 4pm to 6pm.
Sunday and Fiesta Days:10.30am to 2pm

Punto de Información Turística Villananitos

Playa de Villananitos (Beach of Villananitos, opposite the Windmill of Quintín.)

Click for map, Villananitos beach

Opening hours:

1st July to 30th September:
Monday to Friday: 10am to 1.30pm.

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