Dresden Trip Overview
Dresden by itself is a rare jewel with an engrossing history and a phoenix like story. A walking tour is essential to do it justice.
But a walking tour is just the bare minimum, for to visit Dresden without experiencing its cultural aspects is to miss a remarkable opportunity. Allow me to guide you through one of it’s world class museums. You can choose between the collections in the Royal Palace and The Old Masters Picture Gallery.
The best way to see Dresden in satisfying detail without being overwhelmed.
This is a ‘must do’ tour!
Additional Info
Duration: 3 hours
Starts: Dresden, Germany
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Dresden, Sachsen, Germany
Dresden by itself is a rare jewel with an engrossing history and a phoenix like story. A walking tour is essential to do it justice.
But a walking tour is just the bare minimum, for to visit Dresden without experiencing its cultural aspects is to miss a remarkable opportunity. Allow me to guide you through one of it’s world class museums. You can choose between the collections in the Royal Palace and The Old Masters Picture Gallery.
The best way to see Dresden in satisfying detail without being overwhelmed.
This is a ‘must do’ tour!
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Schlossplatz, Dresden, Saxony Germany
The main gateway to Dresden, at the foot of the Augustus Bridge, the Castle Square is suurounded by the Royal Palace, the Catholic Cathedral and the first Saxon Parliament building. It also leads up to the Brühl’s Terrace atop the former fortifications.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Katholische Hofkirche, Schloss Strasse 24, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
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.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Procession of Princes, Augustusstrasse, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
100 metres long, 24,000 thousand tiles, the longest porcelain artwork in the world. There are secrets and stories hidden within it. See if you can spot them!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Am Theaterplatz, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
The Theaterplatz of Dresden is where the city comes together to make its voice heard. Dominated by the imposing Semperopera, 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. You will see the State Opera from outside during the walking tour of the historic city centre and learn about its history, its architecture and its importance.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Dresden Zwinger, Theaterplatz 1 Ostra-Allee, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
It is considered a sculpture you can experience and was conceptualized as the entrance to a grand new royal palace that was never built. It is a reminder of the exotic and fantastic parties once held here 300 years ago.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Frauenkirche Dresden, Georg-Treu-Platz 3 Eingang G der Frauenkirche, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
This is the symbol of Dresden, the personification of Dresden’s rising from the ashes. You will learn its story and time permitting we can go in for a quick visit.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Royal Palace (Residenzschloss), Schlossplatz 1 Taschenbergpalais 2, 01067 Dresden, Saxony Germany
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. You can pick the option of walking through the Castle and explore the museums as one of your choices on this tour (the other choice being The Old Masters Gallery)
Please keep in mind that the Royal Castle is closed on Tuesday and the Old Masters on Monday
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden (Dresden Art Galleries), Dresden, Saxony Germany
After a walking tour of the city centre we will visit one of the museums of Dresden’s astounding State Art Collections: you can choose between the Old Masters Gallery (Old Masters Paintings as well as original Roman sculptures) OR a visit to the Royal Castle with its New Green Vault and newly restored Parade Rooms and Royal Residences.
This is the best way to experience this rich, varied and absorbing treasure without getting overwhelmed. The tour finds the perfect balance between getting an overview of the collections and a satisfying depth of detail.
Please keep in mind that the Royal Castle is closed on Tuesday and the Old Masters on Monday
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
