Berlin: Dresden and Meissen Day Trip with Guide

12 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

On this excursion to Dresden and Meissen from Berlin, you’ll discover the essence of the former Kingdom of Saxony, exploring two of Germany’s most beautiful historic cities.

We’ll meet in front of The Panorama “The Wall” near Checkpoint Charlie and head to Dresden, a Baroque gem on the Elbe. A guided tour will reveal highlights such as the Semper Opera House, the Zwinger Palace, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, the Procession of Princes mosaic, and the magnificent Frauenkirche. Afterwards, enjoy free time to savor Saxon cuisine or explore the city on your own.

In the afternoon we continue to Meissen, birthplace of German porcelain. At the world-famous factory, admission includes the showroom and a presentation of the porcelain-making process. Later, stroll through the medieval alleys and admire the Albrechtsburg Castle and Meissen Cathedral with stunning views over the Elbe Valley.

After some free time, we return to Berlin via Dresden, concluding at our starting point.

What's Included

Parking Fees
Entry to the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory showroom
Lunch
Use of the Panorama Elevator to Albrechtsburg hill in Meissen (1 €)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please wait for your guide in front of the “Die Mauer – Asisi Panorama”, located near Checkpoint Charlie. We kindly ask you to arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time so the tour can start on time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Semper Opera House (Semperoper)

    Upon arrival, we will enjoy a guided tour through the historic center, during which we will discover some of Dresden’s most iconic monuments, such as the Semper Opera House, the Zwinger Palace, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, and the impressive mosaic of the Procession of Princes (Fürstenzug). We will end our walk at the magnificent Frauenkirche, one of the city’s symbols.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    The Dresden Zwinger

    Upon arrival, we will enjoy a guided tour through the historic center, during which we will discover some of Dresden’s most iconic monuments, such as the Semper Opera House, the Zwinger Palace, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, and the impressive mosaic of the Procession of Princes (Fürstenzug). We will end our walk at the magnificent Frauenkirche, one of the city’s symbols.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Frauenkirche Dresden

    Upon arrival, we will enjoy a guided tour through the historic center, during which we will discover some of Dresden’s most iconic monuments, such as the Semper Opera House, the Zwinger Palace, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, and the impressive mosaic of the Procession of Princes (Fürstenzug). We will end our walk at the magnificent Frauenkirche, one of the city’s symbols.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    In the afternoon, we will continue to Meissen, the birthplace of the famous German porcelain. Our visit will begin at the Meissen Porcelain Factory, where admission to the showroom and a presentation on the fascinating manufacturing process are included. Here we will see how the craftsmen create the masterpieces that have made this city world-famous.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Next, we will stroll through the historic center of Meissen, with its medieval alleys and the hilltop where the Albrechtsburg Castle and the Meissen Cathedral stand, offering spectacular views over the Elbe Valley.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • we need the date or birth of each and full name for the insurance
Supplied by Viadrina Tours

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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