{"id":24387,"date":"2016-08-03T10:28:20","date_gmt":"2016-08-03T10:28:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=24387"},"modified":"2016-08-03T10:28:20","modified_gmt":"2016-08-03T10:28:20","slug":"18-best-alternative-neighbourhoods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/18-best-alternative-neighbourhoods\/","title":{"rendered":"18 Alternative Places To Unleash Your Inner Hipster"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It has been a few years since the term \u201chipster\u201d first entered our vocab. The word characterises a lifestyle of embracing the unknown and emphasising the uniqueness of the local world.\u00a0We\u2019ve put together a list of some neighbourhoods in incredible cities around the world that have similar characteristics, each with their own fascinating \u00a0particularities.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1. Williamsburg and Bushwick &#8211; New York<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-image-placeholder alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/LetIegS.jpg\" alt=\"Street art in the alternative neighbourhood of Williamsburg New York\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Zach's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/zachvs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Zach<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Matt Biddulph's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/mbiddulph\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Matt Biddulph<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Jeff Gunn's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/jeffgunn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Jeff Gunn<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nWilliamsburg was once one of the more dangerous neighbourhoods in New York, but now it\u2019s a thriving home for artists and people from all over the world. Take a little bike ride in the direction of the Pierogi gallery after a visit to the Artists &amp; Fleas flea market.\u00a0Next to Williamsburg you\u2019ll find Bushwick, an emerging trendy neighbourhood, full of bars in the middle of abandoned factories (seriously), and decaying buildings that give character and contrast to the area.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Williamsburg Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/International-Students-Residence\/New-York\/76911\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS RESIDENCE<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>2. Shimokitazawa &#8211; Tokyo<\/h2>\n<p>Shimokitazawa has a much more relaxed atmosphere compared to the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. Everything considered to be creative takes centre stage.\u00a0Like any self-respecting hipster district, here you will find vintage clothing shops, quirky cafes and of course a bike around every corner.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Shimokitazawa Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Skanstulls-Hostel\/Stockholm\/20674\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">SKANSTULLS HOSTEL<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>3. S\u00f6dermalm &#8211; Stockholm<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-image-placeholder alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/LPJnws1.jpg\" alt=\"Street art in the alternative neighbourhood of Sodermalm Sweden\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Benjamin Horn's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/beije\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Benjamin Horn<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Jonas Nordstr\u00f6m's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/windyjonas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Jonas Nordstr\u00f6m<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nThe largest island in the city of Stockholm, S\u00f6dermalm has always been considered \u00a0a popular part of town. It\u2019s awash with industrial buildings and wooden houses, museums, trendy bars, concert halls and enough attractions to draw the attention of the hipster population of the Swedish capital.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Stockholm Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/City-Backpackers-Hostel\/Stockholm\/1190\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">CITY BACKPACKERS HOSTEL<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>4. SoFo &#8211; San Juan, Puerto Rico<\/h2>\n<p>SoFo is the southern district of the Puerto Rican capital. From the Caribbean style colourful houses, to the incredible\u00a0street food, markets, bars and clubs, this neighbourhood is hipsterisimo!<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Puerto Rico Recommendation<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/findabed.php\/ChosenCity.San-Juan\/ChosenCountry.Puerto-Rico\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">POSADA SAN FRANCISCO<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. Wynwood &#8211; Miami<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Miami cannot be left off our list! Wynwood is where a huge concentration of studios and galleries, cafes and clubs are flocking these days.\u00a0The locals organize the monthly ArtWalk, a contemporary art exhibition in the open streets, \u00a0celebrating the strong creative spirit in this neighbourhood.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Miami Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Miami-Beach-International-Hostel\/Miami\/1815\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">MIAMI BEACH INTERNATIONAL HOSTEL<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>6. Canal Saint-Martin &#8211; Paris<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-image-placeholder alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/txOjhsP.jpg\" alt=\"The alternative neighbourhood of Canal Saint-Martin Paris\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Photo Credit\u00a0:\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Tonio Vega's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/tonio_vega\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Tonio Vega<\/a>,\u00a0Lydia,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to David McSpadden's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/familyclan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">David McSpadden<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nCanal Saint-Martin is a favourite hipster-zone full of young Parisian bohemians, who \u00a0\u00a0eat picnics on the banks and drink red wine until the wee hours of the night.\u00a0To characterize the hipster-ness of the area is Point Ephemere, a former warehouse converted into a cultural reference centre. Here they organize concerts, events and exhibitions, and it\u2019s all framed by a beautiful bar.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Paris Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/St-Christopher-s-Inn-Gare-du-Nord\/Paris\/72963\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">ST CHRISTOPHER&#8217;S INN GARE DU NORD<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>7. Pigneto &#8211; Roma<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The historic working-class neighbourhood of Rome, Pigneto, has evolved and modernized over the years. The area is now crowded with local shops, and in its heart is Kino, a centre dedicated to independent cinema. Side note: it also has a bistro and numerous events that you\u2019d be insane to miss!<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Rome Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/The-Yellow\/Rome\/743\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">THE YELLOW<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>8. Dalston, Hoxton and Shoreditch &#8211; London<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-image-placeholder alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/H1osjPT.jpg\" alt=\"Street art in the alternative neighbourhood of Dalston London\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Photo Credit\u00a0:\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Barney Moss's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/barneymoss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Barney Moss<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Alper \u00c7u\u011fun's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/alper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Alper \u00c7u\u011fun<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Me Roe's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/meroe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Me Roe<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nLondon is a multi-ethnic city, where each district has its own personality. Dalston, Shoreditch and Hoxton are the three hipsterish neighbourhoods within the English capital, and are the main hub of London&#8217;s alternative culture. Here you\u2019ll find a bucketful of nightclubs, second-hand shops and art and design galleries. Dalston even has a farm shop: an experiment in urban agriculture, with a bar, function rooms and hydroponic gardens.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Shoreditch Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/The-Dictionary-Hostel-Shoreditch-London\/London\/61178\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">THE DICTIONARY HOSTEL<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>9. Malasa\u00f1a &#8211; Madrid<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The neighbourhood of bikes, trendy bars, art and culture: the Wonderland district (barrio de las Maravillas).\u00a0 Clubs have taken over the small local area which has catapulted it\u2019s trendiness over recent years. \u00a0\u00a0Everyone loves some live local music!<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Madrid Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/The-Hat-Madrid\/Madrid\/83281\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">THE HAT MADRID<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>10. Prenzlauerberg and Kreuzberg &#8211; Berlin<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-image-placeholder alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/T2KcOpM.jpg\" alt=\"The alternative neighbourhood of Berlin\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Photo Credit\u00a0:\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Sludge G's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/sludgeulper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Sludge G<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Andrew Filer's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/afiler\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Andrew Filer<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nThese are Berlin\u2019s real hipster strongholds Bars, clubs, and cultural centres are the backbone of this city and the place is undergoing constant evolution, while maintaining the historic features that blend perfectly into the hipster lifestyle.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Berlin Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/Berlin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">BaxPax KREUZBERG HOSTEL<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>11. Island &#8211; Milan<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>V This Island separated from the city has transformed over time from a popular traditional area to a hipster haven with a classy urban vibe.\u00a0In this small village you can find artists, trendy bistros and shops of \u00a0all kinds of cool. \u00a0Oh and p.s. the nightlife is king!<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Milan Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Ostello-Bello\/Milan\/54097\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">HOSTEL BEAUTIFUL<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>12. <\/strong><strong>Fitzroy &#8211; Melbourne<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Known as THE Australian hipster city, Fitzroy is \u00a0Melbourne\u2019s beating heart.\u00a0One of the most beautiful buildings in the city is the Centre for Contemporary Photography. The neighbourhood is also home to the Fringe Festival, one of the most prestigious celebrations of art, music and theatre in the world.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Melbourne Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Tram-Stop-14-Backpackers\/Melbourne\/69219\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">TRAM STOP 14 BACKPACKERS<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>13. Gracia &#8211; Barcelona<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-image-placeholder alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/up07Ukq.jpg\" alt=\"The alternative neighbourhood of Gracia Barcelona\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Alexandre L\u00f3pez's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/alexlc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Alexandre L\u00f3pez<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Oh-Barcelona.com's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/oh-barcelona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Oh-Barcelona.com<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nA district known worldwide for Park Guelland Casa Vicens,\u00a0the \u00a0allure of Gracia is \u00a0its streets. They\u2019re filled with various \u00a0Can you be more specific here? The squares are atmospheric \u00a0at sunset, thanks to the bars and nightclubs that surround them.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Barcelona Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Casa-Gracia-Barcelona-Hostel\/Barcelona\/45620\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">BARCELONA CASA GRACIA HOSTEL<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>14. N\u00f8rrebro &#8211; Copenhagen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you are a pub enthusiast, check out the dozens of different beers, artisan bakeries, confectioneries and raw-wood furniture N\u00f8rrebro has in store for you.\u00a0The Laundromat Caf\u00e9, is both a laundry room and a bar, where you can connect to Wi-Fi from your laptop while sipping coffee \u00a0AND waiting for your laundry!<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Copenhagen Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Sleep-in-Heaven\/Copenhagen\/690\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">SLEEP IN HEAVEN<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>15. Beyoglu &#8211; Istanbul<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-image-placeholder alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/jKprKx9.jpg\" alt=\"The alternative neighbourhood of Istanbul\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to Guill\u00e9n P\u00e9rez's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/mossaiq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Guill\u00e9n P\u00e9rez<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nBayoglu is so full of things to do, see, hear and even eat that it\u2019s like a city within a city Prepare to be seduced by the live music in the air as you stroll through the picturesque streets.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Istanbul Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/Istanbul\/Turkey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">BELLAVISTA HOSTEL BEYOGLU<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>16. Kallio &#8211; Helsinki<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The pearl of the Scandinavian Peninsula, Helsinki is a university city full of life and young people blazing their own trails.\u00a0Kallio is the hipster hood of this wonderful city, where inspiration never fails, and you\u2019ll find a plethora of designer shops, clothing second-hand and vintage items.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Helsinki Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Eurohostel\/Helsinki\/1912\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">EUROHOSTEL<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>17. District VII &#8211; Budapest<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A neighbourhood rebuilt after the destruction of the war has been reborn and projected into the future. \u00a0Check out the stunning &#8220;ruin bars,&#8221; located in abandoned buildings, and furnished with furniture made from recycled furniture and imaginative sculptures. It\u2019s basically the artistic centre of the city, with all the events, live music, markets and exhibitions going on.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in Budapest Recommendation<\/em>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Wombats-City-Hostel-Budapest\/Budapest\/56291\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">WOMBATS CITY HOSTEL BUDAPEST<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>18. Mission District &#8211; San Francisco<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-image-placeholder alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/uLXULlg.jpg\" alt=\"The alternative neighbourhood of Mission District San Francisco\" width=\"1366\" height=\"768\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Photo Credit:\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to torbakhopper's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/gazeronly\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">torbakhopper<\/a>,\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate post links\" title=\"Go to emile lombard's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/emilio11\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">emile lombard<\/a><\/em><br \/>\nAs per tradition, a hipster neighbourhood is a trendy and modern locale that retains some classic features.\u00a0The most striking example is the San Francisco Mission District, one of the oldest areas in San Francisco, and now a cutting-edge \u00a0playground for experimentation.\u00a0The Precita Eyes Museum is the guardian of this experiential treasure, and will help you discover a vibe that you will not feel anywhere else in the world.<br \/>\n<em>Hostel in San Francisco Recommendation:<\/em>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/USA-Hostels-San-Francisco\/San-Francisco\/17521\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">USA HOSTELS SAN FRANCISCO<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It has been a few years since the term \u201chipster\u201d first entered our vocab. 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