Complete Guide to the Best Street Art and Murals on the Central Coast Right Now

The Central Coast’s streets are bursting with colour and creativity this summer, with more than 50 new murals installed across towns including Gosford, Wyong, and Toukley. The region’s street art scene has entered a new phase, making it a must-see cultural experience for locals and visitors alike.

This surge in public art comes as part of the Central Coast Cultural Strategy 2026-2031, a council-led initiative launched in March aiming to boost community engagement through visual arts. The strategy earmarks public artworks as a key driver for attracting tourism and supporting local artists in a post-pandemic recovery phase.

Key Murals and Locations to Visit

Start your exploration in East Gosford at the Maritime Museum precinct, where the new 'Tides of Time' mural by local artist Aroha Kaye captures the region’s rich seafaring heritage in sweeping blues and greens. Just a ten-minute walk away, the Gosford Waterfront Park showcases the ‘Coastline Collage’ series, a collection of six murals by the collaborative group Oceanic Walls, completed in May 2026.

Further north, Toukley unveiled a striking installation on Brisbane Water Drive’s Essex Street in June, featuring the bold geometric patterns of street artist Jaxx Menz, known for blending urban culture with indigenous motifs. The Toukley Arts Network, a community organization established in 2023, has been instrumental in commissioning and maintaining these pieces.

Numbers Behind the Movement

Since January, the Central Coast Council has invested over $350,000 in funding mural projects, part of a broader $1.2 million arts budget dedicated to public installations this year. According to council data, foot traffic in Gosford’s arts precinct increased by 18% between April and July 2026, signaling rising community engagement. Average local spend in adjacent cafes and retail shops rose by 12% during the same period.

These figures reflect a growing appetite for accessible cultural experiences on the Coast, complementing established events such as the annual Central Coast Art Trails. Entry to mural sites remains free, making street art a budget-friendly option for families and tourists alike.

For those planning to explore, printed mural maps are available at Gosford Library and the Wyong Visitor Information Centre. Guided tours are offered every Saturday morning by the Urban Art Collective, priced at $25 per person, with bookings recommended ahead of time.