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While vacationing in Prague, you can take advantage of a very выгодное и interesting offer – head out on an excursion to the German city of Dresden, which will stay in your memory for many years. In this regard, we have two special offers for you.
The first option is to travel to Dresden on your own by bus. It’s a fairly convenient choice and costs only from 14 euros per person, but it’s important to book a seat in advance.
The second option is an organized tour to Dresden from Prague, which costs 55 euros per person. We’ll tell you more about this excursion below.
The essentials at a glance
Two formats: DIY bus trip or a fully organized tour.
Budget: from €14 (independent) or €55 (organized), per person.
On the way: Terezín from the bus window, plus the Elbe and medieval fortresses.
In Dresden: a walking tour with the city’s top landmarks.
Optional: Old Masters Gallery (Raphael, Rembrandt, and more).
Comfort: 10 hours, kid-friendly, led by a professional guide.
From Prague to Dresden: what you’ll see on the road
On the way from Prague to Dresden, you will pass by Terezín, a memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. From the bus window you can admire the Elbe and fortresses that were built in the Middle Ages.
Dresden walking tour: the must-see landmarks
Upon arrival in Dresden, you can take a walking tour where you’ll learn about the city’s history and see its attractions: the Zwinger, the Semper Opera House, the Procession of Princes, Brühl’s Terrace, and the Frauenkirche.
This route works beautifully in any season: the historic center is compact and walkable, so you can see a lot in a limited amount of time.
Old Masters Gallery: iconic artworks you can spot
At the end of the excursion, you will have the opportunity to visit the Old Masters Gallery, where you will see Raphael’s “Sistine Madonna,” Rembrandt’s “Self-Portrait with Saskia on His Knee,” and many other paintings by Renaissance artists.
Shopping, porcelain, and Saxon flavors
Dresden also has shopping galleries where you can buy porcelain and taste Saxon cuisine – white veal sausages, for example.
If you take this trip in winter, you’ll definitely enjoy the Christmas market atmosphere.
What to do
Take a walking tour of Dresden to learn about the city’s history and see its highlights: the Zwinger, the Semper Opera House, the Procession of Princes, Brühl’s Terrace, and the Frauenkirche.
If you have time after the main tour, step into the Old Masters Gallery to see the “Sistine Madonna” by Raphael and a famous Rembrandt self-portrait, plus many other Renaissance works.
Save some time for shopping galleries, porcelain, and Saxon cuisine — and if you go in winter, don’t miss the Christmas market.
1-day itinerary
Morning departure from Prague toward Dresden; on the way you pass Terezín (a memorial to Holocaust victims) and enjoy views of the Elbe and medieval fortresses from the bus.
In Dresden: a walking tour of the historic center featuring the Zwinger, the Semper Opera House, the Procession of Princes, Brühl’s Terrace, and the Frauenkirche.
After the main program: optional Old Masters Gallery time, then shopping galleries, porcelain, and a taste of Saxony (white veal sausages, for example). In winter, the Christmas market is a highlight.
2-day itinerary
Day 1: take the organized tour from Prague, enjoy the Dresden walking tour, and (if you wish) visit the Old Masters Gallery afterward.
Day 2: spend more time on shopping galleries, porcelain, and Saxon cuisine — and in winter, plan extra time for the Christmas market atmosphere.
How to get there
The first option is to travel independently to Dresden by bus. It’s convenient and costs from 14 euros per person, but you should book your seat in advance.
The second option is the organized Dresden tour from Prague for 55 euros per person. The organized excursion lasts 10 hours. You can bring children, and the tour is led by a professional guide.
FAQ: Dresden tour from Prague
How much does a DIY bus trip to Dresden cost?
The text mentions: from €14 per person if you book in advance.
How much is the organized Dresden tour?
The stated price is €55 per person.
How long is the organized excursion?
The duration is 10 hours.
Can I bring children on this trip?
Yes — the text says children can join the excursion.
Is there a guide?
Yes, the excursion is led by a professional guide.
What will I see on the way to Dresden?
You pass by Terezín and enjoy Elbe views and medieval fortresses from the bus.
Which landmarks are included in the walking tour?
Zwinger, Semper Opera House, Procession of Princes, Brühl’s Terrace, and Frauenkirche.
Is there time for museums?
Yes — after the tour you can visit the Old Masters Gallery.
What famous artworks are mentioned?
Raphael’s “Sistine Madonna” and a well-known Rembrandt self-portrait with Saskia, plus other Renaissance paintings.
What can I buy in Dresden?
Shopping galleries are mentioned, including the option to buy porcelain.
What local food is suggested?
The text mentions Saxon cuisine — white veal sausages, for example.
When is a particularly nice time to go?
In winter, thanks to the Christmas market mentioned in the article.
