Day 159: An Alternative view of Berlin

Today I went on the Alternative walking tour with an Australian girl I met from the hostel. Us and about 15 other people took off for a walk-a-bout the city to see some of the great graffiti and artist collectives that make Berlin a funky place to be.

Having reformed my souvenir purchasing because of limited space in my backpack and the fact that I broke the first things I bought, I have managed to keep a poster tube alive and I added a great print from a local artist to take back to the states and one day give a funky frame and home on my wall. Score.

After our walking tour my hostel friend and I stopped to get a few brews and chat outside in the SUNSHINE. Berlin could have been a disgusting excuse for a city and the sunshine would have made it a win. I now have just the hint of red that means a tan is in my future. Today was a success for sure.


Awesome house that is repainted frequently on all sides


Largest Stencil in the world, I believe


Iron statue at the artist collective