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May 7, 2026

Banksy’s Walking Man in London becomes tourist hotspot

The installation is located on Waterloo Place in Westminster, a few hundred meters from Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square

Banksy’s Walking Man in London becomes tourist hotspot

TL;DR

  • Banksy's new statue in central London is attracting significant attention from tourists and fans.
  • The sculpture, located on Waterloo Place, features a businessman walking towards a precipice with a flag covering his face.
  • The artwork has been interpreted with political analogies, notably in relation to Prime Minister Keir Starmer and upcoming regional elections.
  • Banksy previously installed a sculpture called 'The Drunkard' in London in 2004.
  • Banksy's identity remains secret, though reports suggest he may be Robin Gunningham or David Jones.

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