The 20 districts of the Hipster World!

Vintage, environmentally friendly alternative, ... travel in the 20 districts Hipster coolest of the World.

Graduate, a lover of alternative cinema and passionate about photography , listen to indie , has a bike, eat organic and buy a km zero. If you have recognized in this description, well, maybe you are a little '" HIPSTER "too. Throw in ultraskinny jeans, checkered shirts, tortoiseshell-rimmed glasses in sight, mustache for him , her hair in "disorder studied" for you and you have the complete profile of the "alternate" type the coolest .

The term " hipster ", born in America in the 30s, today defines a relaxed way of living in close contact with nature and in harmony with all forms of art, from music to modern art. The Hipsters around the world have their favorite haunts and Skyscanner has identified the best!  S hop vintage , caféatmosphere of a time where you can write over a cup of coffee, libraries (not necessarily dusty) stores music and contemporary art centers .

Here are the 20 coolest Hipster Neighborhoods of the World, according to Skyscanner.

1. MIERA IELA - ROW

Capital of Culture 2014 , Riga has nothing to envy to other European cities. And you just walk along Miera iela (Peace Street) to realize this: a swarm of art galleries, vintage shops, hairdressers-bookstores, restaurants and green florists bartering plants for herbal teas. One for all? The DAD Café , the bohemian oasis in which to enjoy local dishes and home-made cakes , as well as several glasses of wine during concerts acoustic evening. Do not miss it!

2. WILLIAMSBURG - NEW YORK

A district that does not need any introduction. The more radical now consider it too " mainstream ", but it is undeniable that these roads are one of the favorite hipster hubs around the world . Places of "must-see" there are many, but one of the most beautiful (and good) is definitely Smorgasburg , the food market every Saturday invades the East River park with stalls of goodies for everyone. Ah ... the view of New York is not bad!

3. KREUZBERG - BERLIN

The true hipster mecca of Europe , where trends are born and end up in a month, but the excesses and eccentricities are always on the agenda. In the most alternative of Berlin , including a swimming pool floating on the river and a minigolf phosphorescent underground, there will never be bored. A recommended stop by Voo Store , clothing store and multi-objects where you will find many, many things that perhaps you will never use, but it certainly will make you feel incredibly cool. 

4. PEARL DISTRICT - PORTLAND

Find the most hipster neighborhood in the world capital of checkered shirts is a tall order. Undoubtedly, in the Pearl District the combination art / food / music reigns supreme for years, and the word " handmade"stands out in a thousand and one windows. The real institution, however, Powell's City of Books , is said tohave the largest library of volumes used (but also new) in the world. In fact occupies an entire block, and of course there is a bar inside.

5. SÖDERMALM - STOCKHOLM

A Söder is everything: vintage galore of course , but also a lot of good Scandinavian design and DJ sets all over the place, from bike shops to museums. Do not forget, however, that this is the neighborhood ofStockholm , where the main characters live the best-selling Stieg Larsson , and then a special mention goes to Konst-ig , a lovely independent bookstore dedicated to publications on art , architecture, graphic design, fashion, and much more yet. To spend an entire afternoon!

6. DALSTON - LONDON

The beating heart of London's alternative culture , also appointed by the Guardian " the coolest place in Britain . " The nightclubs are many, as well as clothing stores and second-hand records, not counting the spaces dedicated to art and design. Small pearl is also the Farm: shop , an experiment in urban agriculturethat is home hydroponic gardens, bar, co-working, event hall, and even the chickens on the roof. Enough to warrant an exploratory tour! A London then ...

7. NOORD-AMSTERDAM - AMSTERDAM

It is called so because it is in the north of the IJ , the piece of water that cuts through the city and fills the famous canals of Amsterdam . In the past the commercial port, now disused warehouses are home creative start-ups, festivals, restaurants and the beautiful ... IJ-Hallen , the largest flea market in Europe that attracts visitors and vendors from all over the continent. But beware, this paradise there is only one weekend a month: keep this in mind when you book your trip to the north!

8. FITZROY - MELBOURNE

If Melbourne is the hipster heart of Australia , Fitzroy is its epicenter . Here are the most beautiful buildings of the city, and the small, but valuable, Centre for Contemporary Photography . Once a year there is also the Fringe Festival, the most famous arts festival in the world. And then there's the Third Drawer Down , one of those stores that sell things as useless as stunning: those who have never wanted a chair shaped like a donut ? Or a banana as iPhone case? Here, in fact. Good luck. 

9. Nørrebro - COPENHAGEN

The ideal place for those who love the rough wooden planks, the bakeries, pubs with forty kinds of different beers, the bike anyway. In short, all those little things that make life better. Such as Laundromat Cafe , a bar where you go to do the laundry , and while waiting for the laundry to be ready drink a coffee, you have the wi-fi, eat a slice of cake or read a magazine. Simple, is not it? Yes, and also beautiful.

10. BEYOGLU - ISTANBUL

Call it a neighborhood is an understatement: the amount of things to see, taste and listen for its narrow streets make it a pretty town in its own, hovering between a noble past and a present curious and modern . Lose yourself in passages and galleries, enjoy the music that comes out of the café in Istanbul , and go in search of treasure from Karakoy Junk , the vintage paradise where everything seems to be overlooked, but there is not even a speck of dust out of place . 

11. CANAL ST MARTIN - PARIS

This channel must have seen so many, considering that for several years has been the favorite destination for young bohemian Parisians , who are picnic on its banks, taking thousands of photos and drinking red wine until late at night. It is located right on the water overlooking the Point Ephemere , a former warehouse now the cultural center of reference in the area (and the entire city of Paris ). Concerts, exhibitions, a beautiful bar, artist studios: it will be difficult to get away.

12. FLORENTIN - TEL AVIV

A fascinating mix of industrial buildings and residential complexes brand new, populated mostly by artists, students and foreigners. The graffiti are everywhere , as well as boutiques, small bars of street food and nightlife that every evening are filled with life and music of all kinds. Take a trip (but also two or three) to ' Har Sinai , a small club in the shadow of the largest synagogue in the city . Evocative is an understatement.

13. Malasaña - MADRID

Many consider it the birthplace of nightlife, international and Spanish before then. What is certain is that from the late 70s through the narrow streets of Malasaña have not seen a moment of peace, and today I am in better shape than ever. I do not even miss the beach! By Ojala fact you can eat and drink cerveza with my feet sunk in the sand , in an atmosphere worthy of a sunset in the Balearics. Well, almost.

14. Kallio - HELSINKI

Anyone who thinks that in Finland people are cold and there is nothing you can do will change their mind instantly. This district is in fact quite the opposite: liberal, party animal, full of stimuli - and make excellent places for brunch. An example: Made in Kallio , design shop local and delicious bar , which serves summer of blueberry smoothies in a terrace of makeshift chairs on the sidewalk . Someone said blueberry smoothies? Oh yes, you heard right. 

15. GRACIA - BARCELONA

It is the district of Parc Guell and Casa Vicens , there's no doubt about this. But do not think for a moment that the charm of Gracia ends with Gaud i! Its narrow streets filled with shops and libraries are there to be explored, and the squares are waiting for you as soon as the sun sets. The bars are so many, but the 'Heliogàbal has the famous extra: a program of concerts and events as thick as a forest - you will not want to go out into the night.

16. DISTRICT VII - BUDAPEST

Forgotten for years after the war, is now famous for its ruin bars , or premises located in old abandoned buildings. Furnished with pieces of recycling and a lot of imagination are the perfect example of the city's rebirth, as they often also offer concerts, exhibitions and a film club . The first to have opened (and still one of the biggest) was the Szimpla: spend some time in the back garden will be like a real time travel!

17. PIGNETO - ROMA

Even the capital city of ours has a lot to offer the hungry of hipsteria. In particular Pigneto , historic district popular now teeming with local shops and sought after, you can feel the hottest version of the Nordic family.One of the protagonists of the area is The Kino , center dedicated to independent cinema that, in addition to the projection room, also has a bistro and many events interesting. Let us for a ride, Pasolini would be proud of you!

18. Kalamaja - TALLINN

Kalamaja is a short walk from the city center, yet it seems miles away. The wooden houses, the quiet streets, flea markets, the many bars and shops lovingly cared for and comfortable as your own living room. Among them,Klaus will amaze you with an interior in perfect 60s style , a patio from which you hear the sound of the sea, and a lamp shaped like a man who will lay down with curious do. Go and say hello!

19. MISSION DISTRICT - SAN FRANCISCO

One of the oldest neighborhoods in San Fran , today is (ironically) a center of avant-garde experimentation and cultural envied around the world. Mission is a canvas on which over the years has been superimposed for all, as evidenced by the thousands of graffiti covering meters and m of walls. The Precita Eyes Museumpreserves them, promotes, and will take you there for a walk, to feel like children to discover a colorful world, and certainly a bit 'crazy. 

20. Shimokitazawa - TOKYO

In one of the most chaotic cities in the world , this neighborhood of narrow woven has been able to build a more relaxed atmosphere, where reign the young and all that is considered creative occupies a place of honor.theaters and restaurants , but mostly a lot of salt from concerts and many record stores , including theMona Records : an excellent starting point to immerse themselves in the realm of indie Shimokitazawa , and do not leave until the morning.  

Do you have other alternative places to suggest? Neighbourhoods "Hipster" in Italian? Leave a comment below and let us know!