2 Hour Historical Walking Tour in Dresden
In this rare opportunity, Dr Fraser Macdonald, anthropologist and historian, takes you on a deep journey into the hidden 700 year history of Dresden before, during, and after it became an icon of Baroque splendour. Across visits to a range of crucial sites in the city, you will learn of the prehistoric significance of the Elbe Valley for Paleolithic and Neolithic populations, the ancient origins of Dresden as a small fishing village, its growth from a tiny city to a flourishing centre of the Holy Roman Empire, the enormous impact of Luther's Reformation, as well as the damage and destruction produced by centuries of warfare.
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2 Hour Historical Walking Tour in Dresden
What's included in 2 Hour Historical Walking Tour in Dresden
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Here the tour begins on the banks of the Elbe where Dresden was first permanently settled. We will pause to consider the history, culture, language, and eventual displacement of the people who first lived here.
Museum fur Sachsische Volkskunst mit Puppentheatersammlung
Here we will explore the fascinating history of this site, beginning in the 15th century as a fabulously wealthy Augustinian monastery before being demolished and turned into a royal hunting lodge in the 16th century after Luther's Reformation. Please note we will not be entering the building and its museums, but participants are free to do so at their own leisure. Ticket prices can be found here: https://volkskunst.skd.museum/besuch/
Haus der Kirche - Dreikoenigskirche
At this now beautiful Baroque church we will explore the unseen history of this crucial site in the former Altendresden., beginning in the early 15th century. Please note we will not be entering the building or climbing the tower, but participants are free to do so at their own leisure. Prices to climb the tower can be found here: https://www.hdk-dkk.de/dreikoenigskirche/der-turm/
Inclusions
- Professional Guided Tour
- Entrance to Dreikönigskirche (5 Euro to climb the tower)
- Entrance to Residenzschloss (14 Euro entrance fee)
- Entrance to Museum für Sächsische Volkskunst (5 Euro entrance fee)
- Haus der Kirche - Dreikoenigskirche
- Museum fur Sachsische Volkskunst mit Puppentheatersammlung
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants must be carried by adults
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please meet at the large golden statue of August the Strong riding his stallion, you can't miss it. It is an easy walk across the Augustus Bridge from Altstadt, or take one of the many trams that stop there.
End Points
- We end the tour on the majestic Theaterplatz, where you will be free to explore the surrounding Zwinger, Semperoper, and neighbouring Altstadt or jump on a convenient tram to your next destination.