Exploring the Kobe Bryant Murals in Los Angeles: A Tribute Through Street Art

"Los Angeles Culture" by Jonas Never | Photo: Eddy Choz

Remembering a Legend Through Art

On January 26, 2020, the world was shaken by the tragic news that NBA icon Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven others had died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California. As tributes poured in from around the globe, Los Angeles became the epicenter of remembrance. Landmarks glowed in Lakers purple and gold, memorials filled with flowers and jerseys, and artists across the city picked up their brushes to immortalize Kobe and Gianna through murals.

These murals have become powerful landmarks in Los Angeles, each telling a story of resilience, inspiration, and the profound impact Kobe had on the world. An interactive map by @kobemural now shows over 650 murals in 45 countries, but Los Angeles remains the heart of this global tribute.

Los Angeles Culture by Jonas Never

One of the earliest Kobe tributes can be found on Lebanon Street near the LA Convention Center. Painted in 2016, Jonas Never’s Los Angeles Culture mural features Kobe alongside LA icons and has become a must-visit stop for fans exploring Downtown Los Angeles.
Location: 1337 Lebanon St (at Cameron Lane), Los Angeles 90015

Grand Central Market Mural by Jonas Never

Kobe Bryant mural | Photo: Eddy Choz

Completed the same day as Kobe and Gianna’s public memorial, this mural depicts Kobe celebrating the Lakers’ 2010 NBA Championship victory. It stands proudly on the Hill Street side of the Grand Central Market, offering visitors a moment of reflection amid the bustling historic landmark.
Location: 317 S Broadway, Los Angeles 90013

Kid Mamba by Paul Daniels at Hotel Figueroa

East LA artist Paul Daniels first painted Kid Mamba in February 2020 and updated it in June 2021. Overlooking Crypto.com Arena, this mural captures Kobe’s quiet determination and has become a favorite among Lakers fans staying in the area.
Location: 939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles 90015

E-Central Hotel Mural by Jonas Never

In April 2024, Jonas Never created another tribute at E-Central Hotel, located across from Crypto.com Arena. Completed just before the Lakers’ playoff run, it stands as a new chapter in the city’s artistic homage to Kobe.
Location: 1020 S. Figueroa St, Los Angeles 90015

Angelus by Robert Vargas

"Angelus" by Robert Vargas | Photo: Eddy Choz

Towering 14 stories above Pershing Square, Angelus by Robert Vargas is the world’s largest outdoor mural painted by a single artist. Kobe soars across the sky in this monumental piece celebrating LA’s cultural diversity and resilience.
Location: 312 W 5th St, Los Angeles 90013

Grana by ODEITH and Nikkolas Smith

Two blocks from Crypto.com Arena, Grana combines ODEITH’s black mamba imagery with Nikkolas Smith’s tribute to Kobe’s Granity Studios storytelling legacy. It captures Kobe and Gigi as symbols of creativity and inspiration.
Location: 1147 S. Hope St, Los Angeles 90015

City of Angels by Louie Palsino (@sloe_motions)

At Hardcore Fitness, City of Angels was painted through community effort as fans brought food, drinks, and support for the artist during its creation. This mural embodies the love and unity Kobe inspired across Los Angeles.
Location: 400 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles 90015

Legends Are Forever by Royyal Dog at The Container Yard

“Legends Are Forever” by Royyal Dog
 Photo: Eddy Choz

Originally painted in 2020 and updated in January 2024, this massive mural in the Arts District draws visitors to The Container Yard, an urban art hub. Royyal Dog’s work captures Kobe as a father, athlete, and symbol of hope.
Location: 800 E. 4th St., Los Angeles 90013

Planning Your Kobe Mural Tour

For visitors, exploring Kobe murals offers a unique way to experience Los Angeles culture. Many are within walking distance in Downtown LA, while others require short drives across the city. Whether you start at Pershing Square, Crypto.com Arena, or Grand Central Market, each stop brings you closer to the spirit and legacy of Kobe Bryant.

For the complete map of Kobe murals worldwide, visit @kobemural on social media for updated locations and artist information.

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