Join us for a fascinating day trip with private bus and tour guide to Dresden – the royal residence of the Kings of Saxony, who established a city of such cultural and artistic splendour that it was named 'The Pearl of the Baroque' and is still today considered one of Germany's most beautiful cities
Join us for a fascinating day trip with private bus and tour guide to Dresden – the royal residence of the Kings of Saxony, who established a city of such cultural and artistic splendour that it was named 'The Pearl of the Baroque' and is still today considered one of Germany's most beautiful cities
Dresden is however more widely known for the devastating and controversial Allied bombing campaign of February 1945. US and Royal Air Force bombers dropped some 3,900 tons of high-explosive and incendiary bombs on the city in the space of three days, destroying 13 square miles of the city and causing a firestorm of such intensity that many of the estimated 40,000 civilian casualties died of asphyxiation
We explore the immaculately restored Old Town, including the famous Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche), the Semper Opera House, the 'Balcony of Europe' – once Dresden's defensive rampart on the River Elbe, and the Zwinger Palace, a medieval fortress that houses the Old Masters Gallery, featuring works by Raphael, Rembrandt, Rubens and others
Find out about Dresden through the ages: from the time of Augustus the Strong (who allegedly sired 300 children), on to the horrors of wartime, the Communist era and of course the vibrant city of today. Take advantage of your free time to visit the world-class museums, relax on the waterfront, or stroll through the markets
The tour finished back at the West meeting point near S+U Zoologischer Garten Station
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"Wonderful, informative guide who had clearly researched her subject and was enthusiastic about sharing the info. Easily our best tour in Berlin"
Jennifer, 23rd Jul '19"We really didn't want the tour to end"
Dean, Aug '19"His knowledge and professionalism is impressive! Well recommended!"
Ingrid, Aug '19"We had a brilliant, educational and eye opening history morning"
Ashwini, Aug '19"Great Museum Tour, very well organized. Went past all waiting lines."
Anna, Aug '19"It was very informative and the guide was very knowledgeable."
Claudia, Aug '19"Overall super experience I would recommend to anyone visiting Berlin."
Michael, Aug '19"What a fantastic tour with such an enthusiastic guide"
Jenny, Cheshire, 19th Jul '19"This was one of the best walking tours I have ever done."
Jenny, Australia, Aug '19"There was more to it with the broader German impacts, so I highly recommend this tour."
Aussies on holiday, Aug '19"The guide was extremely knowledgeable and competent."
Roeland, Jul '19"The tour was 4 hours long but well paced and well worth it."
Bonnie, Aug '19