10 Cultural Tours in Saxony That You Shouldn't Miss

November 24, 2021 Joeann Galban

The Free State of Saxony (German: Freistaat Sachsen [ˈfʁaɪ̯ʃtaːt ˈzaksn̩]; Upper Sorbian: Swobodny stat Sakska) is a landlocked federal state of Germany, bordering the federal states of Brandenburg, Saxony Anhalt, Thuringia, and Bavaria, as well as the countries of Poland (Lower Silesian and Lubusz Voivodeships) and the Czech Republic (Karlovy Vary, Liberec and Ústí nad Labem Regions). Its capital is Dresden, and its largest city is Leipzig.
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1. Leipzig Private Walking Tour

Old Town Hall, Markt, 04109 Leipzig, Germany Global Guide Services
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Meetingpoint: in front of the Old Town Hall or Meeting Point at hotel possible if central, without extra charge Duration: 2h Maximum 25 participants per Guide You will see: • Old Town Hall • Auerbach’s Keller • Mädler Passage • St. Thomas Church • Bach Museum • Nikolai Church • Augustus Square • University • Krochhochhaus, first high-rise • Concert Hall • Ross Square • New Town Hall

Inclusions: Local Guide who will be with your group only, Private guided Tour, Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By kiriban

We were a group of 9 in Vienna and needed a Russian-speaking guide for a city tour. Booking procedure was quick and convinient, the guide was very professional and entertaining. Great experience!

2. Leipzig Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

Löwenbrunnen, Naschmarkt, 04109 Leipzig, Germany Löwenbrunnen, Naschmarkt, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

3. Prague-Berlin One-Way Sightseeing Day Tour

EMA espresso bar, Na Florenci 1420/3, 110 00 Praha 1-Nové Město, Czechia Sidetrips from Prague
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Discover the most spectacular sights on your ONE-WAY tour from Prague to Berlin. Join our fun and easy-going road trip from Prague to Berlin. We travel through the picturesque towns of Litomerice, Lübben and Moritzburg, the magnificent city of Dresden, and discover the hidden gems of Saxon Switzerland National Park. We’ll bring you to places you’d never be able to visit in one day and help you discover the two countries in the best possible way. Our knowledgeable local tour leaders take a small group, maximum of 8 people, for a fun-filled 10-hour road trip from Prague to Berlin (click here to book this tour the other way – from Berlin to Prague). You will learn about the history, culture, and most importantly the people of both, the Czech Republic and Germany. Start your eventful day of exploring by taking a peek into the underground wine cellars of Litomerice, also known as the garden of Bohemia for growing delicious fruit and sweet grapes for local wine.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Room for a reasonable amount of luggage, Local tour guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Gabi M

The meeting spot in Prague and Munich was easy to find. The van was very comfortable and very clean. Peter was a great tour guide and shared lots of info about the area and culture. We would definitely travel with Sidetrip again - a great alternative to bus or train.

4. Private walking tour through historic Dresden

Schloßplatz, Schloßpl., 01067 Dresden, Germany See My Dresden
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The city of Dresden has many layers of history and it's fate during WW2 is of special interest to many. Others find it's baroque past fascinating while still others would rather learn about the East German GDR times. Or maybe architecture or iconography is your thing.There are numerous possibilities to curate this tour and we are happy to customize the information to your exact needs. We are licenced guides passionate about increasing our knowledge and yet delivering it all in an entertaining and engaging fashion.

Inclusions: Enthusiasm, high quality information, engaging delivery, stories and insights are included.

Exclusions: Everything other than a knowledgable, friendly and interesting guided tour.

Reviewed By 147deannef

Wonderful walking tour of Dresden with Seema! She was very knowledgeable and not only answered all of our questions, but offered lots of related info. We expected a group tour, but we were the only ones who showed up, and it was great to have the “private” tour with Seema. What a wonderful city!

5. Canoe tour in the Karl Heine Canal

Schreberstraße 20, 04109 Leipzig, Germany Stadthafen Leipzig
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From the city harbor Leipzig the tour leads through the Elstermühlgraben, past the Palmengartenwehr into the Stadtelster. The Karl-Heine-Kanal starts at Schleussig, where we paddle under the riverboat up to the Stelzenhaus, where we have time for a breather before heading back. The beginning and end of this tour is the city harbor Leipzig

Inclusions: Use of canoes incl. Paddle, Life jackets

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Reviewed By 868hansr

Not friendly at all, rough behaviour to other people on the the canal, all in all not creating an atmosphere to enjoy.

6. Dresden Day Trip from Prague

Národní 38, Nové Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia Gray Line Prague
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Dresden, once known as “Florence on the Elbe”, captures all the magic of medieval Europe and the history of modern Germany. This day trip from Prague will acquaint you with a city that has risen from the ashes of World War II like a mythical phoenix. Thanks to the continuous efforts of the city´s inhabitants, Dresden has been resorted to its original beauty. Visit the world-renowned Zwinger Gallery and discover masterpieces by such famous artists as Raphael Lucas Cranach, and have free time to explore on your own.

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Entrance ticket to the Gallery, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick up is provided only upon request

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By matiaspons1986

I'm very happy with the tour! despite of the covid situation and that I was the only one on the tour they made a great effort to make it happen, they could have cancelled but they didn't. I had an amazing time with my guide Sofia, she has very good english skills and LOT of knowledge about the city. Although we were not able to take the cruise because of covid I'm very happy with the tour, I had a great time and learned a lot about the city. 100% recommended.

7. The Best of Dresden Walking Tour

Schloßplatz, Schloßpl., 01067 Dresden, Germany Fun Top Fun Germany
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Let our professional and experienced guide introduce Dresden to you at the best way possible! You will be fascinated with an illustrated history of the city. The old town of Dresden is packed with great historical buildings you must not miss. It is an ideal size for a walking tour. Strolling through the streets, you will see all the buildings Dresden is famous for: the Zwinger, the Theatre Square with the Opera House and the Catholic Court Church, the Procession of Princes, the Brühl Terrace and the Church of Our Lady. You will be impressed and fascinated by the stories about them. Use the opportunity to find out more about the capital of Saxony!

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Reviewed By HellemRJ

It was interesting to learn the history about the Berlin Wall. There is not much of the wall left but it's enough to have a good idea how things were back then.

8. 12 hours Meissen Town & Moritzburg Castle Private tour by car

Prague Marriott Hotel, V Celnici 8, Nové Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia Eva Prague Tours

This tour is provided by A/C private car or minivan. It takes 12 hours. I and the professional driver will pick you up at 7 am in a lobby of the hotel you are staying in. It takes 1.5 hours to reach Meissen town from Prague by car. It takes 30 minutes to get to Moritzburg Castle from Meissen town by car. Bottled water will be available in the car for you free of charge. If you feel hungry we have lunch in a local restaurant in a centre of town. Lunch is not included in the tour price (cca 25 EUR per person). Minimum number of people for booking is 2 persons. Maximum is 6 persons.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees are not included in the price (available to purchase), Lunch is not included in the tour (available to buy)

Reviewed By loraz435

Treat yourself and hire Vadim for all your tours. He is extremely knowledgeable about all things Prague. We checked into our hotel and then went right to tour with him and it was a wonderful introduction to the city. Highly recommend!

9. Private Dresden Day Trip from Berlin

HolaBerlin

Just 165 km from Berlin lies the beautiful city of Dresden, capital of Saxony. The city is also referred to as the 'Florence of the Elbe', for its resemblance to the beautiful Italian city and its location on the banks of the Elbe. This 9-hour excursion includes a guided walking tour of the city and its historical sites, free time for lunch and shopping, and the service of a private, comfortable vehicle for no more than 6 people.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off with driver, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Private tour, Local Guide in Dresden, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By JSVx

yes this is a must as everyone knows of the significance of the gates. The sight is easy to find and one can walk all around it it, under it and as such you are able to take a million photos for your collection. Note around the back of the embassy is the Jewish memorial which is worth a look whilst you are there.

10. Dragon Boat / Dragon Boat 75 min / 105 min

Schreberstraße 20, 04109 Leipzig, Germany Stadthafen Leipzig

Dragon Boat Tour Sightseeing From the city harbor, cross the Elstermühlgraben past the villas to the Palmgartenwehr. From there we drive on the Elster to the restored Buntgarnwerke in the district Schleußig. Then it goes to the Elsterflutbett. Here too the speed can be increased and possibly sprinted against canoe Olympic champion or world champion. Upstream it goes to the racecourse Scheibenholz and the Pleißemündung. With the direction of the river we return to the city harbor.

Inclusions: Use of the dragon boat including paddles and life vests

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Reviewed By Elbgoettin

Loved the tour, special thanks to Falko, who was a terrific guide. Was a bit disappointed that the tour dud not actually go through the Karl Heine Kanal, we had to turn around when we reached it.

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