Rue Denoyez

Rue Denoyez is a funky alley best known for its street art.

In the bustling, multicultural melting pot of Belleville, this graffiti-covered street is just one minute’s walk from the metro station.

There’s nearly always someone there, spray-painting or putting up a new piece. And that’s half the magic.

Catching street artists at work is such a thrill. And like the artworks themselves, the experience is spontaneous, unpredictable, and unfiltered. It’s like stumbling into an underground artists’ studio, watching a unique, open-air gallery in the making. 

After admiring the colorful murals, swing by the Belleville institution Aux Folies to grab a cheap beer and people watch along the busy boulevard. And once you’ve quenched your thirst, make sure to stop in one of the many Chinese restaurants on the Rue de Belleville to enjoy some authentic Asian cuisine.