GUIDED TOURS FOR PUPILS AND STUDENTS
Dresden city tour: Factories, palaces and villas
Let your students experience history and municipal development up close – on our city tour through the ages!
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 – Blasewitz villa district – Blaues Wunder – Loschwitz – stop at Käthe-Kollwitz-Ufer with a view of the three Elbe Palaces and the Weißer Hirsch villa district – optional (depending on traffic conditions and time frame): get off at the Kunsthofpassagen or in the Baroque district of Innere Neustadt or at the Elbschlössern – Altstadt
Dresden City Tour: An Exciting Journey Through Time for Students
A city tour for students should not only impart knowledge but also spark curiosity and be fun – ensuring the experience leaves a lasting impression! With views of the Royal Palace, the Court Church, the Semper Opera House, the Augustus Bridge, and the Zwinger, students embark on an exciting journey through Dresden's rich history.
Experience History Up Close: From the Elbe Bridge to the Royal Residence
Dresden’s origins lie in the Middle Ages with the construction of a bridge that facilitated trade and development. Students will learn how Dresden grew from these beginnings into a royal residence with European significance. The cityscape transformed in the 19th century with the rise of factories and grand villas, symbols of the burgeoning bourgeoisie. The rebuilding efforts after the devastation of 1945 showcase the city’s remarkable resilience.
Dresden Today: World-Class Museums, High-Tech Industry, and Vibrant Urban Life
Today, Dresden is a city that breathes and thrives. Renowned museums, a prestigious university, and a dynamic high-tech industry shape the face of the modern city. This development offers students a unique perspective on how history and the future are closely intertwined in Dresden, a city that is constantly evolving.
On this city tour, your students will experience history and the milestones of municipal development like never before – vividly and up close! Book now or send us a non-binding request!
A few more details about the tour
- Languages: German / English
- Duration: 2 hours
- Bank transfer (within the EU) or cash payment
- Date: according to request
- Meeting point: Theatersquare/Zwingerteich or as desired
- 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.