DRESDEN AT A GLANCE
Dresden city tour: One city, many perspectives
Nestled in the harmonious river landscape of the Elbe Valley, Dresden presents itself on the tour as a city with myriad faces.
HIGHLIGHTS: Old town with Zwinger, Residenzschloss, Semperoper, Hofkirche etc. – Friedrichstadt – Messe Dresden - Altmarkt with Kreuzkirche - Hygienemuseum - Großer Garten with Gläserne Manufaktur - Art Nouveau district Striesen – villa district Blasewitz – Blaues Wunder – Loschwitz – stop at the Käthe-Kollwitz-Ufer with a view of the three Schlösser on the Elbe and the residential area of Weißer Hirsch – optional (depending on traffic conditions and time frame): stop at the Kunsthofpassagen or in the Baroque district of Innere Neustadt or at the Elbe Schlösser – Old Town
Dresden City Tour: Experience a City Full of Fascinating Facets
Dresden is like a kaleidoscope: every view reveals something new, and every path holds an exciting discovery. On a city tour through Dresden, you’ll uncover the captivating facets of this unique city and delve deep into its history and diversity.
A Journey Through Time: From the Baroque Era to the Industrial Age
The city tour begins in the historic Residenz area, featuring landmarks such as the Royal Palace, the Zwinger, the Semper Opera House, and the Court Church. Nearby in Friedrichstadt, you’ll experience how Dresden transformed from a royal residence into an industrial hub – a fascinating contrast that brings history to life.
Villas, Parks, and Post-War Architecture: A Journey Through the Ages
Next, the tour takes you along the beautiful Elbe River landscape, passing through magnificent villa districts that reflect the lives of industrialists, aristocrats, officers, and artists around 1900. The Dresden parks and expansive gardens make Dresden a green oasis, while post-war residential neighborhoods showcase the city’s rebuilding efforts after the devastation of World War II.
Baroque Elegance and Creative Energy: Dresden’s Neustadt
The tour continues to the charming Baroque Quarter of the Inner Neustadt, with its stylish galleries and attractive boutiques. Finally, you’ll immerse yourself in the vibrant life of the Outer Neustadt – a lively district brimming with creativity, trendy cafés, and alternative culture.
The city tour is a tribute to the metropolis on the Elbe – a journey through time that you should not miss. Book now or send us a non-binding request!
A few more details about the tour
- Languages: German / English
- Duration: 2 - 4 hours
- Bank transfer (within the EU) or cash payment
- Date: according to request
- Meeting point: Theatersquare/Zwingerteich oder nach Wunsch
- The cost of transportation is not included.
Your Dresden team: Nicole Brey & Michael Brey
Back in the '90s, we packed our bags! Starting as tour guides and lecturers, we arrived in Dresden’s booming tourism sector in 1998. For over 10 years, we also curated exhibitions across Europe as art historians. Experience the city through our audio guides, too! As tour guides in Dresden, we offer personalized service and valuable tips.
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YEHUDI MENUHIN
I remember Dresden as the most charming city with beautiful architecture and an equally charming atmosphere.