Of all the numerous secret collectibles scattered throughout Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, Secret Graffiti Spots are some of the hardest-to-reach and hippest prizes to pursue. Six total hidden graffiti tags to find—four in THPS 3 levels and two in THPS 4—unlock a cool graffiti-inspired sticker and four custom decks upon finding all of them, and so this little hunt is the ideal challenge for completionists.
Following is an analysis of every graffiti spot, complete with tips on navigation and environmental markers to assist you in finding every last spray tag.
All Secret Graffiti Spots
Canada Graffiti Spot
When your run starts in the Canada level, push forward and skate straight ahead, through the buildings and snowed-in obstacles. You will eventually find yourself at a cluster of wooden ramps at the far side of the map.
Skate past the rear of these ramps—you will see a small corner between fence and framework supports. The graffiti tag is situated along the back wall, partially hidden unless you are looking deliberately. It’s a straightforward place, but in danger of being missed if you’re paying attention to the major skating lines.
Airport Graffiti Location
From the beginning point in the Airport, turn left straight away towards the big check-in counter seen in the terminal. Run up to the counter and jump over behind it—this usually out-of-reach area conceals a number of small objects.
After getting behind the counter, turn around to face your direction of entry. You’ll see the graffiti painted on the inside wall of the back of the check-in desk. It’s strategically placed to be out of sight unless you specifically venture off-trail.
Los Angeles Graffiti Location
The Los Angeles graffiti location is a bit more complicated and needs good timing and utilization of scenery. Begin your run and go directly down the central street, running until you get to the series of purple launch ramps along the side of the overpass.
Use the left ramp, and as you’re airborne, angle yourself toward the wire that stretches across the street toward a building. To reach the wire, perform a vert break (R2/RT) in mid-air to align your grind, then ride the wire all the way to the building across.
When you arrive, turn right and glide to the far end of the rooftop. You’ll see the graffiti tagged along the edge wall as your reward for learning this traversal route.
Cruise Ship Graffiti Location
In the Cruise Ship level, skate forward and fall down the initial ramp that brings you to the mid-deck. On your right side, you will see a big chessboard area. Right behind this chessboard is another small drop that brings you to the lower deck.
Do that drop, and when you get down, turn left and roll through between the rows of planters. At the back, tucked away in the corner against the outside wall, you’ll see the secret graffiti tag.
This one is more camouflage than most, so make sure to look behind scenery pieces and decorations carefully.
College Graffiti Location
The first graffiti tag in THPS 4 is located in the College level. From your starting point, turn left and skate up the road that winds uphill. At the end of this street, on your left-hand side, you’ll see a parking garage with a ramp leading inside.
Come into the garage and drive up a level. Once you are there, turn right into a corner that is small by some trash cans. The graffiti is tagged on the wall behind the bins—easy to miss unless you’re looking in every nook.
San Francisco Graffiti Location
The last graffiti location is in the San Francisco level. To start, skate left and go straight down towards the open space of the city. Later, you will find the pier in the distance.
Skate down to the pier, and watch for a tiny parking booth located somewhere in the middle of the boardwalk. The graffiti tag will be behind it, obscured by darkness and wood paneling.
It’s the final piece in the graffiti puzzle, and picking it up will finish your set of all six secret tags in both games.
