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The Man who fell to Earth: The Thin White Duke in 1970s West-Berlin
2 Adults x $260.49
$520.98
Approx Total
$520.98
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: German, English, French
Guiding services
Coffee and/or Tea
tickets, etc.
Overview
This tour takes you back to the West-Berlin of the 1970s by highlighting the massive changes Berlin has undergone since. By doing so the tour traces sites and places that Bowie sings about in his 2012 elegiac homage to Berlin, "Where are We Now?". Starting at Potsdamer Platz, we will then walk over to Hansa Studios. From there, we'll board the train to take us to the City West. After checking out Zoo Station we'll head towards the erstwhile location of the famous "Dschungel" followed by the KaDeWe - both of which Bowie frequently visited and therefore references in his song. Next, we'll board the train again to take a look at the gay bar Bowie used to have his nightcap in, before concluding our tour outside the building he used to call home between 1976 and 1978.
Itinerary
Potsdamer Platz
This iconic square went from bustling hub to wasteland and back to being a bustling hub yet again! Bowie sings about this square in his 2012 song, "Where are We Now?", and on tour, we are tracing the places and Berlin haunts Bowie sings about in his song. Potsdamer Platz is one of them!
15 minutes
Kaufhaus Des Westens
Another famous Berlin landmark Bowie sings about in his homage to Berlin, "Where are We Now?". He used to buy his groceries in this famous department store, one that is deeply steeped in history.
15 minutes
Bahnhof Zoologischer Garten
The notorious Christiane F. was a huge David Bowie fan. Along with her friends she hung about Zoo Station, which back in the day, was a dingy place indeed. Times have changed! In the movie based on her book, Bowie's music can be heard throughout as he provided the soundtrack, or rather, allowed the producer and the director to use his songs.
15 minutes
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This is where Bowie recorded the better part (literally!) of his "Berlin Trilogy". That's you opportunity to take pictures of this iconic studio and admire the fabulous GIF-animation of him in one of their windows!
20 minutes
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Former location of the Dschungel, one of the hang-outs where Bowie could be found almost every night. Though the Dschungel no longer exists, the location where it used to be, does!
15 minutes
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Bowie's former home! Here's your chance to take a good look at the building Bowie called his home for almost 3 years between 1976 and 1978. There are always flowers or candles, etc. outside placed on a ledge, a ledge that is part of this turn-of-the-century building, so as if the building's architect had known, that about 70 years later a famous musician would one day live here, for fans and admirers to pay their respects!
15 minutes
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"Neues Ufer"/ formerly "Anderes Ufer", a local gay bar where Bowie hung out a lot, usually to take a night cap as back then, this bar was open 24/7. Having a drink here is optional, and many customers choose to have one after the tour.
10 minutes
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Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Free Cancellation
September 10100% refund
September 11No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Published on Jan, 2023
Martin is very knowledgeable & covers a variety of subjects on his tours. Whether it's to do with David Bowie, architecture or the Holocaust, he is professional & provides a wealth of information. I have enjoyed his tours immensely & certainly would recommend him.
Unique experience in Berlin
Published on Jun, 2022
Martin was hired as a guide, but delivered a true immersion in German culture. We had a unique experience and returned to our country more and more interested not only in keeping all the knowledge acquired, but aiming at finding more in topics discussed, as we were really inspired.
Great private custom tour
Published on Feb, 2022
My son is taking his GCSE's in UK for History so Martin gave us a tour based off of my son's curriculum. Fantistic and insightful , my son is on his way to an A* Thanks
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