In this article, we take a stroll through streets that, with the creativity of thoughtful artists, have turned into a strange and dreamy world.
According to the Society Service of Saad News, these are not just wall paintings; they are gateways to stories and imaginary worlds scattered across the public spaces of many countries around the world.
From mind-bending illusions that take you down rabbit holes to magnificent landscapes from past centuries, this collection takes you to a world where "walls" become windows to entirely different realities.
In this visual journey, you’ll encounter Eduardo Relero’s chalk art, the historical balconies of Carles Arrola in Spain, the underground wonders in London by Kurt Wenner, and a hotel façade in Poland that doesn’t actually exist.
These are not just wall paintings but gateways, narratives, and optical tricks scattered throughout public spaces in Europe and America.
3D Hotel, Wall Art, Łódź, Poland
This Trompe l'œil painting on the exterior wall of a building creates the illusion of a grand hotel lobby: a ceiling with golden trim, magnificent chandeliers, a beautiful staircase, and chicly dressed guests. The interplay of architectural depth and lighting convinces the viewer that the wall has cracked open to display another world.
"Belgian Basement," Kurt Wenner, Brussels, Belgium
This 3D chalk drawing on the sidewalk brings to life an upside-down version of the London Underground. Alice, alongside the white rabbit, slips through a dreamy crowd toward the depths of a hole. Realistic shadows and perspective evoke a sense of falling into a parallel world.
Historical Balconies, Carles Arrola, Calonge, Spain
This giant mural transforms the stone façade of a building into a detailed rural scene with balconies, local people, a white horse, and even wine barrels in a cellar. Every element blends seamlessly with the stone texture to reinforce the illusion that they are part of the facade.
Wall Transformation, Patrick Camilleri, Montpellier, France
Before and after photos show how a blank wall was turned into a lively apartment block with balconies, interacting residents, dogs, and plants. The vibrant colors and precise perspective simulate real structures. This painting is also visible on Google Maps.
"Space and Time" Eduardo Relero, Bochum, Germany
This 3D chalk illusion turns the sidewalk into a crumpled bed where two strange characters lie. A real man aligns perfectly with the painting. The artist’s use of perspective and humor adds a theatrical effect to the public space.
Broken Beach, John Pugh, Hermosa Beach, California
This piece creates the illusion of a large section of a building breaking away to reveal a sunny beach scene, with people sunbathing on towels and a historic hotel in the background. The painting's shadows and curved edges give the wall a three-dimensional effect.
Wall Painting, Eduardo Relero, Fuji, Italy
This small yet impactful mural shows a man near a window drinking coffee. The quality of the painting is such that a passerby stops in awe to watch him. The delicate texture and perspective of the artwork dissolve the boundary between reality and illusion.
Urban Transformation, CiteCreation Group, Lyon, France
This massive urban façade mimics the architecture and life around it. Stairs, balconies, windows, and climbing greenery are painted so skillfully that the original wall completely disappears.
Wall Reconstruction, Arleta Kulasińska in Śródka, Poznań
This before-and-after painting turns a white, empty wall into a colorful passage with architectural views and illusions. Fake windows, artificial depth, and characters in everyday scenes, such as a man seemingly climbing the wall, contribute to the liveliness and celebration of local heritage.
Whether by creating a fantasy world or reviving forgotten architectures, these surreal paintings transform flat surfaces into places full of depth, drama, and wonder. They go beyond beauty, revolutionizing the way we experience urban spaces, wall by wall.
