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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Tours 2024:
English: Mon, Tue, Fr, Sat & Sun 10:00
German: Mon, Fr & Sat 12:30
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.
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Departure Point
Theaterplatz 1, 01067 Dresden, Duitsland
Theaterplatz, 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. 10 minutes
The Dresden Zwinger, 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. 25 minutes
Royal Palace (Residenzschloss), 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. 15 minutes
Frauenkirche Dresden, 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. 10 minutes
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. 10 minutes
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! 10 minutes
Semper Opera House (Semperoper), 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. 10 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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.
MarioLidia
25 Oct 2022
Vielen Dank für diese besondere Stadtführung durch Dresden. Wir sind begeistert und können e es 100% weiterempfehlen.
MotherPunker
22 Oct 2022
Almost 50 years ago my college art history professor told me to go to Dresden if I ever got the chance. So when Thomas said he was an art historian I felt like I hit the jackpot. But Thomas brought so much more, more in depth than your typical tour and weaving the art with the history of Dresden. So even if you're looking more for a history tour you would enjoy having Thomas as your guide. We heartily agree with all of the other glowing reviews.
Marianna_B
19 Oct 2022
Super informative and friendly guide!! Loved hearing all about the art history of Dresden, and it really was a great start to our trip.
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