20th Century Icons: David Bowie & Marlene Dietrich with a Movie Fanatic
Our local for this tour
Martin - The Tour-Guide
Experience details
Destination
Berlin
Category
Art & culture tours
Duration
2.5 hours
Mode of transport
Public transport
Available languages
English • Français • Deutsch
Highlights
- Family friendly
What's included
Private guide • Kids join for free
Here’s an overview of your tour
Berlin is a fantastic place to be an artist - funky fashion, a distinct feeling of freedom and open-minded locals. No wonder the place is credited for the inspiration of many artists, undoubtedly the most notable being David Bowie.
The city is also the birthplace of the most iconic German actress of the 20th century, Marlene Dietrich. On this tour, you can explore the Berlin sites of significance for these fascinating artists, as well as other local stars.
Let's start the tour next to the Berlin Film Museum - which houses the Marlene Dietrich collection, including her gowns, letters, and memorabilia. If you'd like to visit the museum, let me know and I will create a personalized offer for you which includes the entrance tickets!
Did you know Berlin also has a Boulevard of the Stars? We can visit it together, and stop by the star of the famous actress, and other notable celebrities such as Romy Schneider or Billy Wilder.
After walking to Marlene Dietrich Square, where the Berlin Film Festival is held every year, we'll continue with the studios where Bowie recorded his famous Berlin Trilogy, which includes "Heroes" - world-famous Hansa Studios, where U2, as well as Depeche Mode and KT Tunstall, have also recorded albums!
Just a short S-Bahn ride away is the birthplace of Marlene Dietrich, in former West Berlin. From here, we'll walk through this lovely neighborhood to the apartment David Bowie shared with his friend Iggy Pop during his Berlin years. I'll let you know why Bowie chose this neighborhood to call home while in Berlin!
Hang out like Bowie in a local gay bar, and hear more stories about his life here in the late 70s. Last but not least, you can pay a visit to the cemetery where Marlene Dietrich is buried, as well another famous Berliner - Helmut Newton.
This tour can be 100% customized around your wishes, so feel free to let me know! I look forward to being your professional guide who can show you all the ins and outs of these 20th-century icons!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Potsdamer PlatzOptional museum visit
If you'd like to visit the Film Museum, to view the Marlene Dietrich Collection with all her gowns, letters, memorabilia, let me know and I can create a personalized offer for you!Boulevard of the Stars
See the start of Marlene Dietrich and others, such as Wim Wenders, Romy Schneider and Fritz LangMarlene Dietrich Square
Home to the Berlin Film Festival PalaceHansa Studios
The legendary place where Bowie recorded his Berlin Trilogy (including the famous "Heroes"), look at the now famous GIF image outsideBirth place of Marlene Dietrich
A quick S-bahn ride to Schönberg, to visit the birth place of the famous actress, as well another famous Berliner is just down the road: Hildegard KnefThe former home of David Bowie and Iggy Pop
In front of the house, there are always flowers and photos laid out by fansCoffee at David Bowie's hangout spot
Check out the gay bar where the artist always hung out inCemetery of Südwest Corso
Where famous Berliners are buried, including Marlene Dietrich and Helmut Newton
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Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
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Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private guide
- Kids join for free
Not included
- Transportation costs
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Awesome tour guide!
"Martin is super friendly, knowledgeable and kind. Really knows his stuff and I loved my David Bowie tour! Thanks for a memorable tour, Martin! "
- 5.0
Bowie/Dietrich tour
"We booked the David Bowie/Marlene Dietrich tour as part if our visit to Berlin. The whole booking process was easy and the ability to tailor your tour fantastic. Martin met us at the prearranged lo...
- 5.0
Fantastic Bowie Tour
"I can’t recommend Martin enough. He is friendly, knowledgeable, and funny. The two-and-a-half-hour tour just flew by. He really knows his stuff and you can tell he’s a fan not just a tour guide. We r...
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Our local for this tour
Martin - The Tour-Guide
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