Dresden Tours

Explore the beautiful Saxon Switzerland National Park on this 8-hour day trip from Dresden. Delve into the Saxon Switzerland National Park with a guide and take in top attractions such as Bastei Bridge and Pravčická Gate — Europe’s largest natural sandstone gate. Admire panoramic views over the mighty Elbe River, cross from the Saxon side of the park into the Czech side and gain insight into the region’s fascinating geology. After lunch, head into Kamenice Gorge for a dingy ride through the sandstone canyon and explore the pretty town of Hrensko.

Cross the majestic Bastei bridge and marvel at the iconic Pravcicka Gate on our hiking tour from Dresden. Savor Czech cuisine, and embark on a scenic canyon boat ride. Enjoy a day in nature and leave the organization to us. Our all-inclusive package takes the stress out of planning, with hotel pick-up, snacks and water throughout the day, and lunch included in the price. With customized tours tailored to your preferences, expert guidance, and seamless logistics, our tour offers a truly authentic and unique outdoor experience in the stunning landscapes of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland. Get your seat before they’re gone and book your unique tour today!

A perfect pick for nature lovers—this small-group adventure from Dresden allows you to spend time outdoors and explore the rock canyons and gorges of Bastei with ease. As well as traversing hiking trails—with a guide to navigate so you don’t get lost—the trip also includes a boat ride through the narrow canyons of Kamenice Gorge and a tasty Czech lunch along the way too.

In this rare opportunity, Dr Fraser Macdonald, anthropologist and historian, takes you on a deep journey into the hidden 700 year history of Dresden before, during, and after it became an icon of Baroque splendour. Across visits to a range of crucial sites in the city, you will learn of the prehistoric significance of the Elbe Valley for Paleolithic and Neolithic populations, the ancient origins of Dresden as a small fishing village, its growth from a tiny city to a flourishing centre of the Holy Roman Empire, the enormous impact of Luther's Reformation, as well as the damage and destruction produced by centuries of warfare.

Leave the rush of Dresden behind and experience the beauty of the Central European landscape. Spend a day in Saxon Switzerland National Park, which is popular with both locals and international climbers. This small-group tour picks you up at your accommodation and gets you to the park early to avoid crowds. All your needs are met—comfortable travel, navigation on your hike, authentic Czech/German food and drink, even your ride back to your hotel.

Absolutely the best way to get acquainted with Dresden. This walk weaves its way though 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.

If you want to see more than the center, borrow a bike and join us. From the historic old town, we drive to the Baroque quarter, through the New Town and the suburbs. We cycle on side roads and through the parks. Finally, the realization takes place. Dresden is huge!

Instead of hiring a car and navigating unfamiliar roads between Dresden and Prague, a private transfer is a stress-free and relaxing alternative. Just choose your preferred pickup time and place in Dresden, and then enjoy a seamless door-to-door service with an English-speaking driver who can give recommendations along the way.

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.

Walking around a city by yourself can be overwhelming as you’re not quite sure what you’re looking at, plus there’s the risk of getting lost. Learn more about Dresden’s history and culture on a private walking tour with a guide. Listen to stories that help you connect with the grand buildings you see. The tour is customizable so you can tailor it to your interests.

Get away from the crowds (and the guidebooks) and experience East Germany into the Czech Republic on a two-part, family-friendly outdoor adventure. On this private tour, you’ll cycle along the Elbe River, pedaling from scenic Bad Schandau to Decin in the Czech Republic. Met by a helpful team member, you’ll hop in a canoe, paddling back across the border—this time, adventuring from the water.

Third Reich Tour in Dresden provides an insight to how the Nazis came to power and sustained it to the bitter end against the backdrop of events in Dresden. As the capital of the richest and most densely populated region of Germany at that time, and one of the cultural centres of the Reich, Dresden was in the centre of attention of the regime. Since the tour also covers the major landmarks of the historic city of Dresden it can be the perfect choice for those who who want to see the city centre, but also have an interest in this special topic. The tour is led by a local guide who is not of German origin. This made her ask questions and dig deep in order to understand the events that took place in this turbulent time. The tour content arose out of these years of personal enquiry and interest in the subject. As this is a private tour, it can be customized and personalized according to your wishes.

Don't just see the sights of Dresden Castle (Residenzschloss), learn about them, too. This entrance ticket and walking tour gives you the lowdown on the castle exhibitions such as the New Green Vault, the parade rooms, and the small ballroom. You'll be sure to catch all the commentary as you explore, thanks to a microphone and receiver system used by the guide.

Explore Dresden at dusk with this walking tour led by a night watchman. Listen to spooky stories while walking through Dresden’s Old Town and see top landmarks such as the historic Frauenkirche church, the Semper Opera House, and Zwinger Palace. This entertaining and educational tour is ideal for families.

A walking tour is one of the best ways to explore a new city. Discover the highlights of Dresden with a private guide and learn about the city’s rich history and culture. See top sights like the Hofkirche, Dresden Zwinger, and Frauenkirche while you walk, then enjoy a guided tour through either the Royal Palace or the Old Masters Gallery.

Experience Dresden's old town with fun. Discover the most beautiful sights of Dresden in a completely new way and spend a great time with your loved ones in our escape game: gripping story and exciting puzzles.

Dresden's only hop on hop off city tour with many inclusive services. The ticket is valid for two full days. We show you Dresden! Hop on hop off with 22 stops. In our double-decker buses we offer you the best all-round visibility, open in summer and well heated in winter. Licensed tour guides or GPS-controlled audio systems in 19 different languages convey everything you need to know about the city.

Use the hop-on hop-off bus to explore Dresden the easy way. Aboard a double-decker bus, travel through the city and visit sights such as the Royal Palace and the Blue Wonder. Hop on and off at more than 20 stops around the city and enjoy some complimentary sightseeing experiences with your ticket.

The bizarre rocky landscape, which opens in the upper Elbe valley, from Pirna, has always been the preferred excursion destination for the Dresdeners and their guests. Swiss painters discovered the sandstones as a unique landscape setting just over two hundred years ago. The well-known natural highlights such as Bastei, Königstein Fortress, Schrammsteine etc. have already inspired artists such as Caspar David Friedrich, Richard Wagner and Carl Maria von Weber. Our tour takes you directly to the Saxon Switzerland National Park, further via Bastei and Königstein Fortress - for a very special nature experience.

Get the most out of your time in Dresden and spend time outdoors with this fun Segway adventure. No need to worry about following a map—a guide leads the tour, and it’s a small-group experience, so there’s no chance of losing your group. During the ride, zoom between a variety of interesting landmarks, including the Holy Cross Church, the Dresden Zwinger, and Brühl's Terrace.

Discover a variety of treasures during a guided visit to the New Green Vault in Dresden. Learn about this historic museum, founded by Augustus the Strong, which contains a collection of jewels, gold objects, ivory, and enamel. Hear stories about the exhibits ranging from the Baroque to Classicism and get details about how the collection survived World War II bombings.

Experience a sightseeing tour of a different kind with a ConferenceBike and discover the sights of Dresden. Marvel at the Neumarkt, the Kulturpalast, the Altmarkt, the Kreuzkirche, the Residenzschloss, the Theaterplatz (with Zwinger and Semperoper), the Schlossplatz, the Fürstenzug or many other highlights of Dresden. Your guide will show you and your group the most beautiful places in Dresden. This tour of a special kind is aimed at those interested in culture who want to actively explore Dresden. With the ConferenceBike (almost) everyone can ride: older people, children, people with balance disorders or people with disabilities.

The drive from Dresden to Prague can be more than two hours—prebook this Prague Private Transfer Service from Dresden and avoid the hassle of driving or renting a car. This 1-way transfer service gives you a private ride with just your group in a climate-controlled vehicle. Plus, you choose your pickup and drop-off location to make things super simple.