Dresden, Germany

Dresden

A Baroque skyline rebuilt along the Elbe river.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Dresden

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Frauenkirche and the Zwinger palace.
  2. AfternoonSee the treasures of the Green Vault; book the historic rooms ahead.
  3. EveningWalk along the Brühl Terrace at sunset, then dinner in the Neustadt.

Day 2

Day-trip to Saxon Switzerland and the Bastei bridge.

What to eat

Dresden Stollen and Eierschecke cake.

Local tips

Make the most of Dresden

Beat the crowds

The Zwinger and the Frauenkirche are busiest midday. Mornings and evenings are calmer.

Best photo spot

The skyline along the Elbe from the Brühl's Terrace or the opposite riverbank.

Getting there

Trains from Berlin take about 2 hours. Trams run through the city.

Don't miss nearby

Saxon Switzerland, with the Bastei bridge and sandstone rocks, about 40 minutes away.

Good to know

The Frauenkirche was rebuilt after being destroyed in the war. Some museums need timed tickets, especially the Green Vault.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Dresden

Getting there

  • Dresden Airport (DRS)10 km away
  • Prague Airport (PRG)110 km away
  • Leipzig100 km away
  • Prague120 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Dresden: good to know

Is Dresden worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns. A Baroque skyline rebuilt along the Elbe river.

How many days do you need in Dresden?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Dresden?

You can visit all year. The Zwinger and the Frauenkirche are busiest midday. Mornings and evenings are calmer.

How do you get to Dresden?

The nearest airport is Dresden Airport (DRS), about 10 km away. Trains from Berlin take about 2 hours. Trams run through the city.

What is there to see near Dresden?

Nearby hidden places include Görlitz (88 km), Spreewald (Lübbenau) (92 km) and Leipzig (100 km).

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