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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"I would highly recommend this walking tour as it is not too difficult on the feet..."
Finnbarr, Ireland, 8th Mar '19"Brilliant tour...a torrent of knowledge and reflections by the guide"
Steve, UK, Mar '19"My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the 4 hours spent on the Berlin Walking Tour."
Keith, UK, 20th Feb '19"Really excellent experience - lots of information"
John, UK, Feb '19"Opened our eyes to the history of Berlin and showed us what a beautiful city it is."
Megan, 12th Feb '19"A very worthwhile visit with very good guide"
Tony, UK Mar '19"Our guide was engaging, informative and knowledgeable"
Brian, Hastings, Feb '19"Knowledgeable without being boring. Funny. Well purposed. Engaging."
Phil, 23rd Feb '19"Phenomenal guide...incredilble sights...brilliant story telling!"
Stephanie, Chicago, Mar '19"As frequent visitors to Berlin looking after grandchildren, we thought we knew a lot, but..."
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