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Berlin: Dresden and Meissen Day Trip with Guide

5.04 reviewsDay trips

  • 12 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Mobile ticket

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Parking Fees
  • Entry to the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory showroom

What's not

  • Lunch
  • Use of the Panorama Elevator to Albrechtsburg hill in Meissen (1 €)

Itinerary

  1. 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 min

  2. 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 min

  3. 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 min

  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 minAdmission 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 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

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.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 48 travellers
Operated by
Viadrina Tours
  • 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

How it compares in Berlin

  • Its from-price is 60% below the median of the 82 day trips we list in Berlin.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 37 of 82.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Berlin

Berlin is Germany's creative, open-minded capital, where landmarks of a turbulent history stand among art, green parks and legendary nightlife.

The Brandenburg Gate is the city's symbol, close to the glass-domed Reichstag and the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Fragments of the Berlin Wall survive, most strikingly at the East Side Gallery, a long stretch covered in murals, and at the Bernauer Strasse memorial, while Checkpoint Charlie marks the most famous former crossing point.

Top-ranked sights in Berlin: Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor), Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe (Holocaust Memorial), Checkpoint Charlie.

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