Discover the Hidden Gems: 15 Ultimate Things to Do, Dresden, Germany

Situated on the Elbe River, Dresden is the capital city of Saxony and one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. It is often referred to as the German Florence, owing to the number of baroque buildings, wide charming squares, and presence of art in all its forms. Its rich cultural heritage and turbulent history provide unique charm and authenticity.

Is Dresden on your bucket list? Then the following top 15 must-do things in Dresden are guaranteed to make your trip the best possible!

Altstadt, as the name suggests, is the oldest part of the town and the city center. It’s where you can see some stunning historical buildings, spacious squares with monuments, churches, and narrow alleys. All of them give this area an authentic feel.

Additionally, you can find many restaurants and trattorias serving delicious pizza. A chocolate museum that offers all sorts of sweet delicacies and huge malls are also located here. Sounds great already, right?

In Dresden’s Old Town is situated the Altmarkt, one of the oldest squares in the city. It dates back to the 13th century and it is one of the areas severely damaged during World War II h. In the 20th century, the square was rebuilt from scratch and is now a bustling hub that you should visit! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).