Dresden Historic Center Walking Tour Experience

Absolutely the best way to get acquainted with Dresden. This walk weaves its way through the iconic squares of Dresden's historic centre while narrating history in a fun and informative manner. The small size of our groups allows us to pay individual attention to your areas of interest and your questions. If you would rather just listen in, then that's fine as well. You will learn about the many layers of Dresden's history through medieval, renaissance and baroque times, it's fate during WW2, the story of the rebuilding during the East German GDR times. Human stories, architecture, iconography are all covered. We are licenced guides passionate about increasing our knowledge and committed to delivering it all in an entertaining and engaging fashion.

Meeting Point

Schloßplatz

Schloßpl., 01067 Dresden-Altstadt, Germany

Tour begins at Schlossplatz, the square near the Augustus Bridge. In the middle of this square is the statue of King Friedrich August on a throne. Make sure to look for a statue of a seated king. Not standing, and not on a horse!
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What's included:

• Professional guide
• 2-hour walking tour

Not included:

• Tips and gratuities

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Theaterplatz

Am Theaterplatz, , Dresden, 01067, Saxony

The Theaterplatz of Dresden is where the city comes together to make its voice heard. Dominated by the imposing Semper Opera, the square is enclosed by the Royal Palace, the Cathedral and Old Masters Gallery and considered by many to be one of the most beautiful squares of Europe.

20 minutes

The Dresden Zwinger

Theaterplatz 1, Ostra-Allee, Dresden, 01067, Saxony

Designed as a single sculptural entity, the Zwinger was to serve as the opulent entrance to a grand new royal palace that was never built. It is a reminder of the exotic and fantastic festivities once held here 300 years ago.

15 minutes

Dresden Castle

Taschenberg 2, Dresden, 01067, Saxony

Built, burnt down, rebuilt. Repaired and extended, burnt, rebuilt. The Royal Palace is an eclectic guardian of the history of the family that ruled Saxony and is home to their astounding collection of treasures. We walk through one of its courtyards, but you can go in by yourself later and explore the museums.

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Procession of Princes

Augustusstrasse, Dresden, 01067, Saxony

100 metres long, 24,000 thousand tiles, the longest outdoor porcelain artwork in the world. There are secrets and stories hidden within it. See if you can spot them!

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Neumarkt

Altmarkt 1, , Dresden, 01067, Saxony

At Neumarkt is the Frauenkirche, the symbol of Dresden. The church is the personification of Dresden's rising from the ashes. You will learn to understand and appreciate the moving story behind its reconstruction.

15 minutes

Katholische Hofkirche

Schlossstrasse 24, , Dresden, 01067, Saxony

The Royal Cathedral of Dresden is a magnificent structure. Built in secret by a Catholic ruler in Protestant Saxony, the former court church has some unusual features and is one of the burial sites of the Royal family. We will see it from the outside and learn its interesting story.

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