Dresden Sightseeing Walking Tour
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Overview
'BEAUTY WAS INVENTED HERE' (Winckelmann 1749)
In this citywalk through the baroque old town, you will see the tourists favourite attractions. You will gain fascinating insights into the history of saxony and it's architecture. How the game of power between megalomania and icecold calculation at the saxonian court turned out, you will learn in curious tales of the electors and kings. It also includes surprising information on the prevalent local art style and the rich culture of the city.
WE TRAVEL THROUGH TIME
This tour takes you from the Zwinger into the heart of Dresdens old town, the Neumarkt with the church of our lady. I will tell you, what the famous Zwinger actually is & we will visit Dresden Castle. Looking into the past, we will cover many things that are just not there anymore. To leave you not only to your imagination, I will always provide you with fitting imagery or videos for comparison.
EAT LIKE A LOCAL
To make you enjoy your day in Dresden to the fullest, you may also want to know where to be headed after the tour concludes. With our valuable tips and recommendations for your leisure activities, you can enjoy Dresden like a local would. What's to explore apart of the touristic ways? Where do locals go to dine out or are there any PopUps everybody talks about? I will let you know.
Explore the past and present Dresden in only one day.
In this citywalk through the baroque old town, you will see the tourists favourite attractions. You will gain fascinating insights into the history of saxony and it's architecture. How the game of power between megalomania and icecold calculation at the saxonian court turned out, you will learn in curious tales of the electors and kings. It also includes surprising information on the prevalent local art style and the rich culture of the city.
WE TRAVEL THROUGH TIME
This tour takes you from the Zwinger into the heart of Dresdens old town, the Neumarkt with the church of our lady. I will tell you, what the famous Zwinger actually is & we will visit Dresden Castle. Looking into the past, we will cover many things that are just not there anymore. To leave you not only to your imagination, I will always provide you with fitting imagery or videos for comparison.
EAT LIKE A LOCAL
To make you enjoy your day in Dresden to the fullest, you may also want to know where to be headed after the tour concludes. With our valuable tips and recommendations for your leisure activities, you can enjoy Dresden like a local would. What's to explore apart of the touristic ways? Where do locals go to dine out or are there any PopUps everybody talks about? I will let you know.
Explore the past and present Dresden in only one day.
Inclusions
- Certified Tour Guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Am Theaterplatz, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
A history of Saxony in 5 minutes.
Our Tourguide will meet you in front of the opera next to the Rider Monument of King Johan. After a brief introduction to the early history of Dresden, you will gain first insights about our route and the most relevant buildings of town.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Dresden Zwinger, Theaterplatz 1 Ostra-Allee, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
What exactly is the Zwinger and what makes it so special?
Learn everything about the unique features of this building and the local baroque style of architecture in generell. I will explain the conception of the decoration, the theme it follows and show you a selection of sculptures in details. Two highlights will be a visit at the bath of the nymphs and the city pavillion with it's chimes.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Royal Palace (Residenzschloss), Schlossplatz 1 Taschenbergpalais 2, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
Time for a stop inside to warm up.
Inside Dresden castle we will focus on the devastating destruction of Dresden in WWII and it's reconstruction. You'll be given an introduction to the premises & it's museums. On our visit of the different courtyards, I will explain technique behind the Italian Sgraffito Decoration. On top, I will give you advice how to easily explore the castle in more detail on your own, if you feel like paying it a second visit.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Frauenkirche Dresden, Georg-Treu-Platz 3 Eingang G der Frauenkirche, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
The Neumarkt is dominated by the Church of our Lady with it's gigantic dome entirely made of sandstone. Listen to the important facts about the history of this monument and it's reconstruction.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fürstenzug, Augustusstraße 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany
NOBLESSE OBLIGE
Living an ordinary life at court can be quite an ordeal! Especially in the baroque, wouldn't you agree?! Great expectations need to be measured up to and momentous decisions to be considered. How the game of power between megalomania and icecold calculation in saxony turned out, you will learn in curious tales of the electors and kings. At our stop at the world's biggest artwork entirely made of hand-painted tiles, the walk of the princes, you will meet The House of Wettin & the saxonian noble men.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Schlossplatz, Dresden, Saxony Germany
We are king or What's that about confession?
Proceeding to our next stop between Dresden Cathedral and Church of our Lady, we simply must address the question of Saxonies Confession. You should all know very well already: There is no getting around Martin Luther!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Semper Opera House (Semperoper), Theaterplatz 2, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
Back at the theater square we take a big leap into the present and the bloom of classical music in Dresden. A look at the Opera House and the newer history of town, will complete our tour.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Am Theaterplatz, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
A history of Saxony in 5 minutes.
Our Tourguide will meet you in front of the opera next to the Rider Monument of King Johan. After a brief introduction to the early history of Dresden, you will gain first insights about our route and the most relevant buildings of town.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Dresden Zwinger, Theaterplatz 1 Ostra-Allee, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
What exactly is the Zwinger and what makes it so special?
Learn everything about the unique features of this building and the local baroque style of architecture in generell. I will explain the conception of the decoration, the theme it follows and show you a selection of sculptures in details. Two highlights will be a visit at the bath of the nymphs and the city pavillion with it's chimes.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Royal Palace (Residenzschloss), Schlossplatz 1 Taschenbergpalais 2, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
Time for a stop inside to warm up.
Inside Dresden castle we will focus on the devastating destruction of Dresden in WWII and it's reconstruction. You'll be given an introduction to the premises & it's museums. On our visit of the different courtyards, I will explain technique behind the Italian Sgraffito Decoration. On top, I will give you advice how to easily explore the castle in more detail on your own, if you feel like paying it a second visit.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Frauenkirche Dresden, Georg-Treu-Platz 3 Eingang G der Frauenkirche, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
The Neumarkt is dominated by the Church of our Lady with it's gigantic dome entirely made of sandstone. Listen to the important facts about the history of this monument and it's reconstruction.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fürstenzug, Augustusstraße 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany
NOBLESSE OBLIGE
Living an ordinary life at court can be quite an ordeal! Especially in the baroque, wouldn't you agree?! Great expectations need to be measured up to and momentous decisions to be considered. How the game of power between megalomania and icecold calculation in saxony turned out, you will learn in curious tales of the electors and kings. At our stop at the world's biggest artwork entirely made of hand-painted tiles, the walk of the princes, you will meet The House of Wettin & the saxonian noble men.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Schlossplatz, Dresden, Saxony Germany
We are king or What's that about confession?
Proceeding to our next stop between Dresden Cathedral and Church of our Lady, we simply must address the question of Saxonies Confession. You should all know very well already: There is no getting around Martin Luther!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Semper Opera House (Semperoper), Theaterplatz 2, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
Back at the theater square we take a big leap into the present and the bloom of classical music in Dresden. A look at the Opera House and the newer history of town, will complete our tour.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- At the moment you'll need a valid covid quick test or vaccine certificate.
- Participation is only possible after presenting a valid, negative Covid-19 rapid test or proof of recovery / vaccination.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Jose_M
April 2022
Thomas was amazing, super friendly and passionate about art, culture and history, it was definitely worth it
Thomas was amazing, super friendly and passionate about art, culture and history, it was definitely worth itARut8
April 2022
Sehr angenehme, unterhaltsame und informative Führung mit einigen Geheimtipps und Zusatzinformationen. Kann es jedem weiterempfehlen!
Sehr angenehme, unterhaltsame und informative Führung mit einigen Geheimtipps und Zusatzinformationen. Kann es jedem weiterempfehlen!elizabetabudini
June 2022
This guy is really passionate and good at his job! Can definitely recommend this tour, especially because you have no idea how many hidden treasures and stories you will find out about.
This guy is really passionate and good at his job! Can definitely recommend this tour, especially because you have no idea how many hidden treasures and stories you will find out about.2022Florina
April 2022
It was a very rich experience. Thomas knows a lot of things about Dresden and he shared these with us with passion. He is a very friendly and kindly person and his enthousiam remained the same during the rainy day. Thank you very much for all interesting information over this amazing city and for...
It was a very rich experience. Thomas knows a lot of things about Dresden and he shared these with us with passion. He is a very friendly and kindly person and his enthousiam remained the same during the rainy day. Thank you very much for all interesting information over this amazing city and for the tasty cake!Krikor_T
April 2022
Thomas was amazing! Unfortunately we had bad weather the day of the walking tour, but fortunately it made our tour with Thomas private because we were only two persons with him! In fact this tour was a private lesson about the history of Dresden and he put actual good effort to make this walking ...
Thomas was amazing! Unfortunately we had bad weather the day of the walking tour, but fortunately it made our tour with Thomas private because we were only two persons with him! In fact this tour was a private lesson about the history of Dresden and he put actual good effort to make this walking tour even with a bad weather to look amazing! Thank you Thomas!druznak
June 2022
Toured from Berlin to Croatia and Thomas is the best guide I encountered. Passionate and insightful, I FELT the most I have on any of the tours. The perspective and insight into events Thomas provides makes you think about the meaning behind events. Would have paid 5x as much and cannot thank ...
Toured from Berlin to Croatia and Thomas is the best guide I encountered. Passionate and insightful, I FELT the most I have on any of the tours. The perspective and insight into events Thomas provides makes you think about the meaning behind events. Would have paid 5x as much and cannot thank him enough for this insight into Germany and specifically Saxon history.