Things to do in Dresden

Discover a piece of history and admire the fascinating architecture of the Semperoper in Dresden on a guided tour. Explore one of the most beautiful and prestigious opera houses in the world, and learn about the history of this grand building.

Experience a boat cruise along the Elbe and pass the scenic riverscape of Dresden on board a rustic paddle steamer or salon ship. Enjoy the view to the impressive castles and Baroque Pillnitz Castle.

Discover Dresden on a charming paddle steamer or a modern boat cruise along the Elbe River. Get to know Dresden from the waterside in 1.5 or 2.5 hours depending on the option chosen.

Experience an atmospheric tour of Dresden at nightfall and see the sights of the city with a historical night watchman. Look forward to spooky stories and amusing anecdotes.

Discover the magical world of the rainforest as a 360° panorama. A simulated day/night change & sounds make the panorama seem real. An accompanying exhibition offers exciting facts & unique exhibits.

Enjoy a tour of Volkswagen's Transparent Factory in Dresden. Learn about the future of e-mobility from an expert and see the manufacturing process with your own eyes.

Discover one of the most beautiful and culturally significant opera houses in the world, the Semperoper, on a tour with entry tickets. Explore Dresden's Old Town and its main attractions.

Discover Dresden on a tour in a red double-decker bus. See the new town, the most beautiful milk shop in the world, and enjoy views of the 3 palaces along the Elbe River.

Discover Dresden's most beautiful sights on this 120-minute walking tour. Learn all about the city's history, from its architecture and art to the story of its Saxon rulers.

Visit the Church of Our Lady with a knowledgable guide. Take in the stunning history of the church from its destruction to its eventual rebuilding. See the rebirth of a city through one of its most recognizable buildings.

Let yourself be enchanted as you discover the prettiest parts of Dresden from a different perspective. Cycle through the landscape of the Elbe Valley to see the greatest highlights as well as unknown places and listen to stories about Dresden's past.

Explore Dresden on a hop-on-hop-off bus. Get on at one of the 22 stops, alight at the sights of your choice, and continue on one of the next buses passing every 15-30 minutes. Enjoy included guided tours of Zwinger, Fürstenzug, and around Frauenkirche.

Go back in time to the Baroque era. You can explore how Dresden looked 300 years ago, experiencing how diverse the lifestyle of the people back then in Dresden was. You will also become a part of the courtly society during a unique virtual carriage ride.

Experience an unforgettable concert evening in the incredible Baroque atmosphere of the Dresden Zwinger. Let the performances of Classical pieces by the Dresdner Residenz Orchester enchant you.

Walk through the streets of old Dresden under the glow of the night watchmen’s lamp on this guided tour. See the sights of Dresden such as the Zwinger, the Semperoper, the Fürstenzug or the Frauenkirche. Hear the night watchman's tales of old Dresden.

Get access to most museums of the Royal Palace Dresden with this general admission ticket. Enjoy an optional audio guide to learn about the site as you explore.

Admire the colorful street art murals of Dresden's Neustadt district on a guided walking tour. Let your guide bring Neustadt to life, from its complex past to modern trends, residents, and nightlife.

Experience the Saxon Switzerland National Park. Discover the famous Bastei lookout rock and one of the largest fortifications in Europe, the Königstein Fortress. Take an optional onsite steamer trip on the largest historic side-wheel steamer fleet.

Experience a tour to the Radeberger Export Brewery close to Dresden with the ride in a show bus as the first highlight. Look forward to anecdotes, interesting information and of course a beer tasting.

Explore the historic city of Dresden and enjoy a guided tour of the Semperoper. Visit Frauenkirche, the Procession of Princes, Dresden Castle, and the Zwinger. Learn more about the city's history.

The ConferenceBike is a bicycle-like vehicle in which seven people sit in a circle facing each other. Only the driver sits in the direction of travel and serves the steering wheel and brakes - your driving pleasure is guaranteed.

Discover the Saxon Wine Route by paddle steamer on a full-day trip. Travel from Dresden to Meissen, visit the Albrechtsburg, stroll through the town and explore the porcelain factory before returning.

Explore Dresden with a 2-day hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket. See all the sights at the 22 stops. Hop on and off wherever you like every 15 to 30 minutes.

Be inspired by the regional food secrets of Dresden on a guided walking tour of the Old Town. Sample 6 food and drink specialties as you hear stories about the Middle Ages, communist era and much more.