Dresden is a city in Eastern Germany that is famous for its Baroque and Rococo architecture. Dresden would make a beautiful destination for a week or more, however if you only have one day, here is what I recommend to do with one day in Dresden Germany!
First Things First..
Although the excitement for your day in Dresden will be overwhelming, don’t forget a few critical steps to ensure that you are able to make the most of your trip! Firstly, make sure that you have packed according to weather and pre-booked transportation to and from. I highly recommend to check out Google’s offline downloadable maps feature to make sure that you won’t find your planned day trip turning into an unexpected overnight! Learn more at – Google Offline Maps.
Now That You Are Here
If arriving early enough, make sure to grab a pastry and coffee at a local bakery (In German – Bäckerei, if you really want to get fancy).
Start out with a Free Walking Tour
My favorite way to get my bearings in a new city, especially if only staying for a short one day trip, is to enroll in a free walking tour. A few that have come highly recommended are:
For more news on the latest free walking tours in Dresden, check out the Free Tours By Foot website.
Visit the Frauenkirche for Fantastic Views
Prioritize great views on your one day itinerary, and do not miss the views from atop the Frauenkirche! Dresden is one of Germany’s most iconic cities, and is beautiful from all angles. From this vantage point, you will enjoy sprawling views of Dresden’s baroque architecture and are sure to be impressed by the city and landscape alike.
Curious to know more about your whereabouts? In Dresden, the Frauenkirche is a reconstructed Protestant church that serves as a beautiful central landmark to the city. The impressive structure spans several stories tall, and the towering domes portray biblical scenes.
You absolutely must see it for yourself.
Now that you have your bearings set… here is everything else that I recommend to prioritize in your one day in Dresden Germany!
Visit the Friedrich August II Monument
The Friedrich August II Monument is centrally located in the New Town square, just adjacent to the Frauenkirche. This monument portrays a King surrounded by saints, and is interesting because it predates the Second World War. It is cool to see aspects of historic Dresden intertwined with post-war reconstruction.
Admire Fürstenzug, Dresden’s Historic Porcelain Wall
The Fürstenzug was constructed in the early 1900s and is made of porcelain tiles. When Dresden was threatened by the allied powers in World War 2, this porcelain wall was one of the few pieces of the historic city that did not suffer from damage. The history here is powerful. If you are only in Dresden for a day, this stop is well worth a visit.
Make Sure to Visit the Zwinger Palace
The Zwinger is a Baroque style palace located in Dresden. “Zwinger” refers to the architecture style from the Middle Ages involving protective exterior walls with a wide open central area. The detail and symbolism within the building structures and the span of the palace grounds are sure to impress.
If you’ve enjoyed this read, make sure to check out my article on the best cultural landmarks in Dresden Germany.
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