Walking Tour of Historic Dresden with a Christmas Touch. Small group tour.

Dresden, DE
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Highlights

  • Visit Dresden's historic city centre
  • Experience Dresden's Christmas markets
  • Learn about Dresden's rulers and history
  • See famous landmarks like the Royal Palace
  • Sample traditional Dresden delicacies at the Christmas Market

Meeting Point

The tour begins from Schlossplatz, the square at the foot of the Augustus Bridge. In this square is the statue of King Friedrich August the 1st, seated on his throne. Make sure to look for a statue of a seated king. Not standing! Not on a horse! Google Maps: 'Denkmal Friedrich August dem Gerechten'

Meeting point

Schloßpl., 01067 Dresden , Germany

End point

End Point

Not too far from the starting point are many Christmas Markets. We will either end at the Old Market Square (Altmarkt) or at one of the other markets.

Meeting point

01067 Dresden , Germany

End point

What to expect

1

The Dresden Zwinger

You will walk through the Zwinger with your guide and learn about its history

Duration 10 minutes
2

Frauenkirche Dresden

Newly built after its destruction in WW II, this is an architectural marvel with an inspiring story.

3

Theaterplatz

See the Opera House, Royal Cathedral and Old Masters Gallery from the outside and learn about their architecture, destruction and reconstruction.

4

Dresden Christmas Market

The Striezelmarkt is Germany’s oldest Christmas market, in existence since 1434! This is where the famous Dresden Stollen came into being. We will look for a baker that allows you to sample Stollen and tell you about the Glühwein (mulled wine) and other Christmas traditions. You will learn about other local delicacies and discover stories behind the world famous Christmas decorations.

Duration 20 minutes
5

Procession of Princes

Walk by the Procession of Princes, admire the ornate exterior of the Royal Cathedral and Palace, walk along Bruhl’s Terrace, also called the Balcony of Europe, and learn how it came to be called that.

6

Dresden Castle

We do not go inside the Museums of the Royal Palace during this tour. But if it is open, your guide will take you through the large courtyard decorated with the rare Renaissance technique 'Sgrafitto' and frescoes.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What our experts say

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    Try the local Stollen at Striezelmarkt.
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    Look for unique Nutcracker souvenirs.
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    Warm up with Glühwein at nearby stalls.
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    Visit Zwinger for stunning architecture.
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    Explore Altmarkt for more Christmas cheer.

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