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November 4, 2024

Dresden 4-Day Itinerary

Morning: Arrive in Dresden and check-in at Hotel Suitess zu Dresden or similar.
9:00 AM: Start your day at the Neustädter Markt, a beautiful square surrounded by cafes, shops, and historic buildings. Grab a coffee and pastry at Café Continental.
10:00 AM: Visit the Dresden Frauenkirche, a stunning Lutheran church rebuilt after WWII. Take a guided tour to learn about its history.
1:00 PM: Head to Altmarkt, a charming square with street performers, food stalls, and shops. Try some traditional German cuisine at Gasthaus am Neumarkt.
3:00 PM: Explore the Dresden State Opera House, an impressive building with guided tours available.
Evening: Enjoy a scenic river cruise on the Elbe River with Sächsische Dampfschiffahrt.

9:00 AM: Start your day at the Dresden Zwinger, a beautiful Baroque palace with impressive architecture and gardens. Visit the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister (Old Masters Picture Gallery) inside the palace.
12:30 PM: Take a short walk to Schlossplatz, a historic square surrounded by royal palaces, including the Residenzschloss Dresden. Grab lunch at Café Schlossplatz.
2:00 PM: Visit the Großer Garten, a stunning park with beautiful gardens, lakes, and walking trails.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at Restaurant Vau, serving modern German cuisine.

9:30 AM: Visit the Albertinum, a museum showcasing an impressive collection of contemporary art.
12:00 PM: Head to Kunsthalle im Lipsiusbau, another museum featuring an array of modern and contemporary art exhibitions. Grab lunch at Café im Lipsiusbau.
2:30 PM: Explore the Deutsches Hygiene-Museum, a unique museum showcasing exhibits on human health and hygiene.
Evening: Enjoy a concert or performance at Kulturpalast Dresden.

9:00 AM: Take a day trip to Pillnitz Castle, a stunning Baroque palace with beautiful gardens. Enjoy a scenic bus ride ( approx. 30 minutes) through the countryside.
12:30 PM: Visit the Wine Region of Saxony, where you can taste some of Germany’s best wines at Weinbauernhof Dresden.
3:00 PM: Return to Dresden and visit the Dresden Museum of Military History, showcasing a vast collection of military artifacts.
Evening: Enjoy farewell dinner at Restaurant Feldschlösschen, serving traditional Saxon cuisine.

Dresden has an efficient public transportation system, including buses, trams, and trains. Buy a Dresden City Card for unlimited travel and discounts to attractions.
Alternatively, take taxis or ride-hailing services like Uber.

Language: German is the official language, but many locals speak English.
Currency: Euro (€)
Weather: Dresden experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters. Pack accordingly.
Safety: Dresden is generally a safe city, but take usual precautions to protect yourself and your belongings.

Dresden Nightlife: The city has a lively nightlife scene, with many bars, clubs, and live music venues.
Day Trips: Consider visiting the nearby towns of Meissen (famous for its porcelain) or Pirna (with its picturesque old town).
Festivals and Events: Dresden hosts various festivals throughout the year, including the Dresden Music Festival and the Striezelmarkt Christmas Market.

Enjoy your trip to Dresden!