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Dresden, Germany

Things to Do in Dresden

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Dresden Old Town: Small-Group Walking Tour in English with Locals

Most booked tours and tickets in Dresden

Dresden Old Town: Small-Group Walking Tour in English with Locals

Dresden Old Town: Small-Group Walking Tour in English with Locals

4.8210 reviews2h
Hassle-free Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Trip from Dresden

Hassle-free Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Trip from Dresden

4.8138 reviews10h
Dresden History & Stories Walking Tour w/ Dr Fraser Macdonald PhD

Dresden History & Stories Walking Tour w/ Dr Fraser Macdonald PhD

5.0135 reviews2h
Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Small Group Tour from Dresden

Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Small Group Tour from Dresden

4.9103 reviews9h
Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland All inclusive trip - Hiking Tour

Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland All inclusive trip - Hiking Tour

4.891 reviews9h
Bastei Bridge, Pravcicka Gate & Narnia Rocks Tour from Dresden

Bastei Bridge, Pravcicka Gate & Narnia Rocks Tour from Dresden

4.878 reviews9h
Dresden: Walking tour with the night watchman

Dresden: Walking tour with the night watchman

4.659 reviews1h 30m

Top sights in Dresden

  1. 1Frauenkirche
  2. 2Zwinger Palace
  3. 3Old Town
  4. 4Green Vault
  5. 5Semperoper
  6. 6Elbe River terraces
  • A Baroque Masterpiece Reborn: Witness the phenomenal post-war reconstruction of landmarks like the Frauenkirche, where new stones stand beside blackened originals, and explore the treasure-filled Green Vault museum in the Residenzschloss.
  • World-Class Art Collections: Immerse yourself in art history at the Zwinger Palace, home to Raphael's 'Sistine Madonna' in the Old Masters Picture Gallery and a stunning porcelain collection, alongside the modern masters at the Albertinum.
  • The Elbe River Experience: Stroll or cycle along the expansive river terraces, take a classic paddle-steamer cruise to Pillnitz Palace, and enjoy the unique landscape of the Elbe Valley vineyards within the city limits.

Tickets and passes in Dresden

Behind the Scenes - ManufacTOUR Tour (English Tour)

Behind the Scenes - ManufacTOUR Tour (English Tour)

5.01 review2h

Food and drink experiences in Dresden

Wine tasting at the winery 3 wines 100% enjoyment

Wine tasting at the winery 3 wines 100% enjoyment

4.85 reviews30m
Your magical Advent experience in Christmas Market Dresden Tour

Your magical Advent experience in Christmas Market Dresden Tour

2h
Private Tour- Walking Dinner Tour with Dessert Course in Dresden Neustadt

Private Tour- Walking Dinner Tour with Dessert Course in Dresden Neustadt

3h
City game scavenger hunt Radebeul - independent city tour I discovery tour

City game scavenger hunt Radebeul - independent city tour I discovery tour

4h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Dresden

Public guided tour of the old town including a tour of the Frauenkirche

Public guided tour of the old town including a tour of the Frauenkirche

4.960 reviews2h
From Dresden: Bastei Bridge, Gorge Boat & Narnia Rocks Tour

From Dresden: Bastei Bridge, Gorge Boat & Narnia Rocks Tour

4.858 reviews9h
Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland All inlusive trip - Fantasy Tour

Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland All inlusive trip - Fantasy Tour

5.048 reviews9h

Hidden gems in Dresden

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Kunsthofpassage

A series of interconnected, artistically redesigned courtyards in the Äußere Neustadt, each with a unique theme like the 'Courtyard of Elements' with singing drainpipes.

Panometer Dresden

A former gasometer turned exhibition space that houses a single, monumental 360-degree panoramic painting by artist Yadegar Asisi.

Bundeswehr Military History Museum

A radically redesigned museum by Daniel Libeskind, featuring a massive, angular wedge of steel that pierces the original arsenal building.

Schillergarten

A historic beer garden and restaurant complex nestled on the slopes of the Elbe valley in the Loschwitz district.

Dresden Park Railway

A charming, miniature gauge railway operated by children and teenagers that runs through the heart of the Großer Garten park.

Day trips from Dresden

Meissen

40 min by train (S-Bahn S1)

The historic birthplace of Saxon porcelain and one of Germany's oldest towns. Its hilltop Albrechtsburg castle and Gothic cathedral offer stunning views over the Elbe and red-roofed town below.

Saxon Switzerland National Park

45 min by train to Rathen or Bad Schandau

A breathtaking landscape of dramatic sandstone rock formations, deep valleys, and panoramic vistas. It's a paradise for hikers, climbers, and nature lovers.

Moritzburg

30 min by bus or 20 min by car

A fairytale Baroque hunting lodge set on an artificial island in the middle of a tranquil lake. It's famously known as the filming location for the classic film 'Three Wishes for Cinderella.'

Plan your Dresden trip

Things to do in Dresden: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Dresden?+

Top sights include Frauenkirche, Zwinger Palace, Old Town and Green Vault. Away from the crowds, try Kunsthofpassage and Panometer Dresden.

What are the most popular tours in Dresden?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Dresden Old Town: Small-Group Walking Tour in English with Locals (4.8 stars, 210 reviews); Hassle-free Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland Trip from Dresden (4.8 stars, 138 reviews); Dresden History & Stories Walking Tour w/ Dr Fraser Macdonald PhD (5.0 stars, 135 reviews).

How much do tours in Dresden cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €12 and €169 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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