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“I can
remember
standing by
the wall...”

And now, so will you!

Countless fans used to ring the bell daily for a chance to visit the Studios. Unfortunately, we often had to decline due to productions in the work and artistic privacy. We still felt we had to come up with a solution.

That’s why, for more than 20 years, we trust Berlin Music Tours; who organise and offer exclusive regular public and private visits to The Hansa Musikhaus for all the music fans and lovers who, as we do, are passionate about the magic and stories surrounding the spaces behind the scenes.

A unique chance to experience the iconic rooms where countless melodies have sparked, and legendary recordings have been crafted. Be sure to join an unforgettable experience.

Just for one day...

What you
will experience

Led by our trusted long-time guide Thilo Schmied, this extensive more-than-3h-long visit will discover you the former and current studio parts in the Hansa Musikhaus, like Studio One and former Studios Two and Three (now, the Meistersaal and Emil Berliner Studios).

BOOK A TOUR

During the guided tour, you will:

Get to know the history of Hansa Studios and the Hansa Musikhaus
Visit and attend a presentation in the famous Meistersaal
Discover Emil Berliner’s analogue recording techniques and systems.
Explore original recording spaces and control rooms
Learn how landmark albums were produced
Hear behind-the-scenes stories from Berlin’s music history

Due to recording sessions and events, Berlin Music Tours cannot guarantee all the visits to see all the relevant parts of the Hansa Musikhaus, as productions have, of course, always priority.

Berlin Musictours Information

Start: In front of the Hansa Studios Building, Köthener Str. 38, 10963 Berlin
Duration: 3-4 hours
Transport: S-Bahn & U-Bahn Station Potsdamer Platz (S1, S2, S25, S26, U2)
Dates: Public Tours on selected dates only | Group Tours & Private Events by request & availability

Who should join a tour?

Music history fans and lovers
Musicians, producers and sound engineers
Berlin visitors interested in culture and art
Students and professionals in the Music Industry

    
 
 
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   Karolina Kuś 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The entire Hansa Tonstudio tour took four hours! Thilo, the guide, is like a walking encyclopedia of the 70s, 80s and 90s music, it was so nice to hear him tell stories about the building’s history and the famous records that were created at the studio. At some point, he played Heroes for us in the Meistersaal, and I almost cried 🥹 If you’re a David Bowie or Depeche Mode fan, this tour will be an almost religious experience for you, and it’s worth every cent.
  
 
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   Scott Reid 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Bowie Berlin Walk was the absolute highlight of my trip. This isn't just a standard walking tour; it’s an immersive, deeply moving journey through the city via the lens of the Berlin Trilogy (Low, "Heroes", and Lodger). The guide is a total legend whose knowledge is second to none. We even ended up bonding over drinks at Neues Ufer in the evening, which really captured the authentic spirit of Bowie’s Berlin. What truly sets this apart is the follow-up; the guide sent over a mind-blowing, comprehensive list of books, documentaries, and rare clips to keep the experience going long after the walk ended. The level of detail and care they put into this is world-class. If you’re a Bowie fan or just want to see the real soul of Berlin, this is a must-do. 5 stars—cheers from Newcastle!
  
 
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   Rachel Edwards 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Hansa studio tour was an amazing experience. I don't know much about the bands who recorded there (just Bowie) and I wasn't sure how a 4 hour tour would pan out... but my 18 year old son (who does know music!) was very keen. So we went - and what a treat! Thilo knows just about everything there is to know, but not only that he's also an exceptional tour guide. He must have given this tour hundreds of times but it didn't feel like it. He understands that people want to look, and take pictures, and soak it in, and he lets you do all that. He taught us about music, but also social history, politics, geography - I learned so much from the afternoon. The highlight was definitely hearing Heroes play in the room where it was recorded, but all of it was magical.
  
 
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   Lionel Latham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very generous visit of the studios (more than 4 hours), it's great for music lovers but also to add some context to Berlin history and music creativity & inspiration. Thank you!
  
 
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   Silke Otto 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Die Bowie Walking Tour von Berlin Music Tours war für uns eines der absoluten Highlights unseres letzten Berlin-Besuchs – und ich kann sie wirklich jedem empfehlen, der sich für Musik, Geschichte oder einfach für die besondere Atmosphäre der Stadt interessiert. Unser Guide Jacob war schlichtweg großartig. Mit unglaublich viel Wissen, Begeisterung und einem tollen Gespür für Storytelling hat er uns durch die Berliner Stationen von David Bowies Zeit in der Stadt geführt. Man merkt sofort, dass er nicht nur Fakten herunterbetet, sondern die Musik und die Geschichte wirklich lebt. Seine Erzählungen über Bowies Berliner Jahre, die Zusammenarbeit mit Iggy Pop und die kreative Energie dieser Zeit waren faszinierend und voller spannender Details. Besonders beeindruckend war, wie Jacob historische Hintergründe, Musikgeschichte und persönliche Anekdoten miteinander verknüpft hat. Dadurch wurde die Tour viel mehr als nur ein Spaziergang – sie fühlte sich eher wie eine Reise in eine der kreativsten Phasen der Popgeschichte an. Die ausgewählten Orte waren perfekt – ikonische Spots, spannende Geschichten und immer wieder kleine musikalische Gänsehaut-Momente. Man sieht Berlin danach wirklich mit anderen Augen. Fazit: Eine hervorragend organisierte Tour, voller Leidenschaft und Insiderwissen – und mit Jacob als Guide einfach unschlagbar. Vielen Dank für dieses großartige Erlebnis!
  
 
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   Kaitlin Fontana 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jacob was an incredible guide for this detailed, delightful, and surprisingly moving walking tour of David Bowie and Iggy Pop's time together (and apart!) in Berlin. It's a fun and unique way to see the city and put yourself in the shoes of two of the world's very best musicians at a time and place that was both generative and set on the edge. I cannot recommend Jacob's tour enough...he is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and thorough.
  
 
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   Pentti Latva-Koivisto 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. "Thank you so much Jacob for the interesting presentation and the background on Bowie, his music, and the historical context of Berlin. I’ve already recommended you to my friends in a Facebook post. Highly recommended!" Suosittele hollantilaisen Jacobin Bowie kävelyä kaikille suomalaisille musiikin ja Berliinin ystäville. Saimme lähes 5 tunnin opastuksen Bowien Berliinin ajasta 1976-1979.. Iltapäivällä 4-5 tunnin Bowie Walk Tour. Mahtava! David Bowien Berliinin-vuodet (1976–1979) ovat yksi rock-historian myyttisimmistä ja luovimmista aikakausista. Asuinpaikka Bowie asui Schönebergin kaupunginosassa osoitteessa Hauptstraße 155. Kyseessä oli vaatimaton, hieman rähjäinenkin kerrostaloasunto, mikä sopi hyvin hänen tavoitteeseensa elää tavallista elämää. Alakerrassa sijaitsi Bowien kantapaikka, Andere Ufer -baari (nykyisin Neues Ufer). Lähipiiri ja tutut Iggy Pop: Bowien läheisin kumppani tuolloin. Iggy asui samassa talossa (ja ajoittain samassa asunnossa) ja he pyrkivät yhdessä vieroitukseen päihteistä. Brian Eno: Keskeinen musiikillinen yhteistyökumppani, joka toi mukanaan kokeelliset menetelmät ja syntetisaattorimaailmat. Tony Visconti: Luottotuottaja, joka auttoi luomaan Berliini-trilogian omaleimaisen soundin. Coco Schwab: Bowien pitkäaikainen assistentti, joka piti arjen pyörimässä ja auttoi Bowieta pysymään kuivilla. Berliini-trilogia (Levyt) Vaikka kaikki kolme albumia eivät valmistuneet kokonaan Berliinissä, ne muodostavat kokonaisuuden, joka sai inspiraationsa kaupungin ilmapiiristä ja saksalaisesta "krautrockista": Low (1977): Minimalistinen, sirpaleinen ja osittain instrumentaalinen albumi. "Heroes" (1977): Trilogian ainoa levy, joka on äänitetty kokonaan Berliinin Hansa Studioilla, aivan Berliinin muurin katveessa. Lodger (1979): Kokeellinen pop-levy, joka viimeisteli trilogian (äänitetty Sveitsissä ja New Yorkissa, mutta Berliinin hengessä). Huom: Samalla kaudella Bowie tuotti myös Iggy Popin klassikkoalbumit The Idiot ja Lust for Life. Tunnetuin kappale Ehdoton ykkönen on "Heroes". Kappale kertoo rakastavaisista, jotka kohtaavat Berliinin muurin juurella. Sen ikoninen kitarasoundi (Robert Fripp) ja Bowien intohimoinen tulkinta tekivät siitä kylmän sodan ajan hymnin.
  
 
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   David Bloxham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great afternoon with Jacob very insightful and helped me to understand and love a subject that I thought I already knew pretty well. Logistics were a bit tough due to tube strikes and repairs so lots more walking than we expected. But other than that a perfect day (to borrow a Lou Reed line that has nothing to do with Berlin!)