Dresden: Small Group walking tour With A Xmas Touch. English

Step into a magnificent baroque dreamscape as you explore Dresden, the magnificent "Florence on the Elbe," draped in the festive sparkle of Advent. While this city is stunning year-round, its historic center becomes truly bewitching during the Christmas season.

Join our licensed local experts for a captivating 2-hour walking tour that brings Dresden's turbulent and fascinating past to life. For years, we have specialized in delivering high-quality, deeply researched tours that reveal the city's journey: from a humble medieval village to a glittering European capital of culture, through the devastation of WWII, and its inspiring, loving reconstruction.

What You'll Discover:

Your adventure begins at the scenic Schlossplatz on the Elbe River. We'll weave through the grand squares and cobbled streets:

Baroque Splendor: Stroll through Theaterplatz, surrounded by architectural gems, including one of Europe's most beautiful opera houses.

The Royal Zwinger: Wander into the magnificent Zwinger, hearing tales of the legendary parties held by Saxon royalty.
Next, if open, we'll glimpse the Royal Palace courtyard with its rare Renaissance Sgrafitto decoration.

The Porcelain Cavalcade: Walk the length of the stunning Fürstenzug (Procession of Princes), a unique 100-meter-long mural made entirely of hand-painted Meissen porcelain tiles. Ask your guide what happened to it during the 1945 bombing!

A Symbol of Hope: See the inspiring dome of the Frauenkirche at Neumarkt, a powerful testament to the city's resilience.

A Toast to Christmas!
As we explore, we'll take a quick peek at the cozy, smaller Christmas markets, including the medieval-themed market in the Royal Stables. The tour culminates at the heart of Dresden's holiday spirit: the Striezelmarkt.

Learn about ancient Saxon Christmas traditions, local delicacies, and the famous Dresden Christstollen. Your passionate guide will happily point you to the very best Glühwein (mulled wine) stand so you can raise a festive toast to your unforgettable experience. Stay on as long as you like to explore the market's artisan stalls at your own pace!