Bowie's Berlin: A city tour through sound and vision

The tour starts at Brecht Platz and ends at Bowie's former apartment in Schöneberg.

Dive into the vibrant Berlin of fall 1976, when rock legend David Bowie came to town to search for “Sound and Vision” and reinvent himself and his music. This city tour takes you on a journey through the divided city of the Cold War that inspired Bowie's creative rebirth. Discover the iconic recording studio where he recorded his groundbreaking albums Low and Heroes, and see the apartment he shared with Iggy Pop from outside — both locations cannot be visited from the inside as they are used privately.

As you make your way through the streets of Berlin, you'll also learn more about Bowie's favorite places and people who influenced his artistic renewal, and dive into the general history of Berlin to gain a deeper understanding of the city's turbulent past during the Cold War.

As you explore Berlin, you'll also hear about the stories of other influential artists who followed Bowie's footsteps into the city, drawn by their unique energy and spirit. With a carefully curated soundtrack accompanying the tour, you'll experience Berlin as Bowie did and feel the pulse of a city that continues to inspire creativity and innovation today. Whether you're a diehard Bowie fan or a curious explorer, this tour provides an immersive insight into the life and legacy of one of the biggest icons in music history and Berlin's rich history.