Private Dresden City Tour – Baroque Splendour on the Elbe

Frauenkirche
Zwinger
Semperoper
Fürstenzug
Brühlsche Terrasse

SAXONY · GERMANY

Discover Dresden at your own pace with our licensed guide: the Frauenkirche, the Zwinger, the Semperoper and the Royal Palace with the Procession of Princes. Completely private and tailored to you.

• ⏱ 7 hours
• 👥 Private – your group only
• € 560 for up to 8 people
• 🗣 English · German · Turkish

Why Dresden?

For centuries Dresden was the residence of the Saxon electors and kings. Under Augustus the Strong, magnificent baroque buildings such as the Zwinger were created in the 18th century, earning the city the nickname 'Florence on the Elbe'. In February 1945 air raids destroyed large parts of the city centre. The reconstruction of the Frauenkirche, consecrated in 2005, became a symbol of reconciliation. Today the art collections, the Semperoper and the Elbe panorama attract visitors from all over the world.

Route

• Frauenkirche and Neumarkt
  George Bähr's baroque domed church was faithfully rebuilt after its destruction in 1945 and consecrated in 2005. Historic townhouses have been recreated around the Neumarkt.
• Procession of Princes
  This mural, over 100 metres long and made of Meissen porcelain tiles, depicts the rulers of the House of Wettin as a mounted procession.
• Royal Palace
  The palace of the Saxon rulers now houses museums of the State Art Collections, including the Green Vault (admission not included).
• Catholic Court Church and Theaterplatz
  The Cathedral of the Holy Trinity is the largest church in Saxony. On Theaterplatz stands the Semperoper, the opera house designed by Gottfried Semper.
• Zwinger
  The baroque complex with the Crown Gate, the Nymphs' Bath and pavilions houses the Old Masters Picture Gallery with Raphael's Sistine Madonna and the Porcelain Collection.
• Brühl's Terrace
  Known as the 'Balcony of Europe', the terrace high above the Elbe offers wide views of the river, the Augustus Bridge and the Neustadt.
• Optional: Neustadt or Museum Visit
  A detour across the Augustus Bridge to the Golden Rider and the Inner Neustadt, or a visit to the Green Vault or the Picture Gallery (admission not included).

Tour information

Guide languages

English, German, Turkish

Duration

Approx. 7 hours – private, extendable and tailored to you.

Difficulty

Mostly level paths in the old town, partly on cobblestones. Steps lead up to Brühl's Terrace, with gentler access routes also available.

Age group

Suitable for all ages – ideal for families, couples and groups of friends.

Meeting point

Meeting point by arrangement, e.g. in front of the Frauenkirche on the Neumarkt or your hotel in the city centre.

Included

• Approx. 7-hour private tour with a licensed guide
• Individual route planning
• Headset system for groups of 16 or more

Not included

• Admission fees and donations (museums, palaces, churches)
• Travel and transfers
• Meals, drinks and tips
• Personal expenses

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun or rain protection and a camera or smartphone for souvenir photos.

FAQ

When does the tour start?

Choose any start time between 06:00 and 12:00; the tour lasts about 7 hours.

How do I pay?

30 % deposit at booking (PayPal or credit card), the balance in cash on the day of the tour.

What is the cancellation policy?

No free cancellation: up to 30 days before 30 %, 29–15 days 50 %, 14–7 days 75 %, 6–1 days and no-show 100 %. Changes of date are also subject to a fee.

Can we join with a pushchair or wheelchair?

Yes, we adapt the route to your needs. Please let us know when booking.

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