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Sidestep the crowded group tours and explore Leipzig at your own pace on this private city tour. With no fixed itinerary, focus on what interests you most—from magnificent passages to hidden narrow streets you might otherwise miss. Let your guide lead the way as you uncover 500 years of trade and transformation in one of Saxony's most beautiful cities. Plus, enjoy convenient pick-up from any central hotel.
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Leipzig's Courtyards and Passages - Guided Tour for a Private Group
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Welcome to Chemnitz, also known as Karl Marx city, an important industrial center situated in Central Germany. The city counts about 300 000 inhabitants and during its existence it has flourished in the industrial revolution and it’ still continues this trend, while at the same time it’s architecture and culture shows modernist influences. In this tour you will discover the highlights of the area of Chemnitz and admire the enormous Karl Marx Monument. You will learn about: * History of the city * Karl Marx and his connection to the town * Industrial revolution * Modern architects of this area * Machine and textile industries You will see: * Museum Kunstsammlung Chemnitz * Chemnitz Theatre * Karl Marx Monument * Red Tower * Archeology Museum Shocken * Tietz shopping area
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Chemnitz Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
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Uncover the important landmarks and hidden gems of Leipzig when you embark on this small-group walking tour. Discover Leipzig's charm and secrets from the renowned St. Thomas Church to the cultural haven of Mädler-Passage. Get an insider's perspective, filled with anecdotes, tips, and exclusive revelations as you walk around with a passionate local.
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Leipzig: Surprise Walk with a Local
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Discover the eastern German city of Dresden as you explore its cobblestone streets with a self-guided audio tour that takes you along the Elbe River. Download the app straight to your smartphone and begin your journey through the city center and along the river. Find the hidden “balcony” which provides views of the Elbe Valley and the city’s stunning architecture.
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Dresden's 'Balcony of Europe': A Self-Guided Audio Tour along the River Elbe
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Embark on a historical journey commencing at Dresden Central Station. Along the way, you‘ll learn about the ideology that shaped the rebuilding of post-war Dresden. • The past and present are intertwined in this tour of Dresden, where you'll hear about the city’s radical modern post-WWII reconstruction • Hear from producer, Seema Prakash, a local tour guide from See My Dresden • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
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Dresden‘s Rise from Ruin: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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This activity is ideal for families or for travelers who want to explore the city at their own pace. During this tour, you’ll learn fun facts about the city’s history. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. With this activity, you will be guided through the following locations: Grassi Museum, Mendelssohn House, Paulinum, Kroch Tower, St. Nicolas Church, Alte Börse, Old Town Hall, St. Thomas Church, New Town Hall Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument.
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Leipzig Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
2 to 3 hours
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Dresden is a city rife with art, architecture, and culture. Dive deep into the city’s unique characteristics with a private guide and get a comprehensive overview of the city. Discover unique street art, learn more about local galleries and museums, admire the city’s beautiful architecture, and much more in just a couple of hours.
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Explore Dresden’s Art and Culture with a Local
1 hour 30 minutes
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Start your visit to Dresden with this 2-hour walk led by a Local. You’ll discover its highlights, hidden gems, taste a typical local product, and get practical tips. This is the best introduction to Dresden. Get to see places like the Frauenkirche and Brühl’s Terrace, along with hidden corners of Dresden only known to locals that reveal the city’s everyday charm. Enjoy a tasting of a local product, like Dominostein, for a flavour of Dresden and its traditions. You'll also receive local insights on where to eat, drink, and how to get around, helping you explore with confidence and make the most of your time. • Get the best intro to Dresden through its highlights and hidden gems • Taste a typical local product and connect with Dresden's traditions • Get local tips on where to eat, drink, and how to move around the city • Make the most of your time with this 2-hour walking experience • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, up to 8 travellers
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Best Intro to Dresden in 2 hours with a Local
2 hours
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Dresden’s “other side” is a vibrant canvas of creativity, rebellion, and reinvention. In this self-guided audio walking tour, you’ll dive into Outer Neustadt’s bohemian spirit, where workers’ housing from the 1800s has been transformed into a distinctive artistic neighbourhood. You’ll wander through streets that are alive with over 200 bars and cafés while hearing about the area’s evolution from sandy wasteland, to industrial zone, to alternative heartland. The tour starts at Albertplatz, once the edge of old Dresden, now a gateway to Neustadt’s bohemian heart. From elaborate murals and graffiti spanning entire buildings to tiny art pieces tucked into surprising corners. The tour ends at Pfunds Molkerei, the “most beautiful dairy shop in the world,” where handpainted tiles tell the story of Dresden’s dairy industry.
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Audio Walking Tour of Dresden: Courtyards, Graffiti and Defiance
1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
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A visit to the Dresden Transport Museum is the perfect family-friendly, all-weather activity. Rather than waiting in a ticket line, secure your ticket in advance, and benefit from a convenient download of an audio guide app. As you walk around the museum, learn about vehicles throughout the ages; design a boat; and get the opportunity to ride vintage transport, such as a penny-farthing.
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Dresden Transport Museum
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With this audio self-guided tour, discover the 9 must-see monuments in Leipzig's historical center. You won't get bored with a ton of dates, but you'll learn about interesting stories and anecdotes to dive deep into Leipzig's history. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to explore the city at their own pace. With this audio tour of Leipzig, you'll get the audio commentary for 9 locations: Grassi Museum, Mendelssohn Haus, Paulinum, Kroch Tower, St. Nicolas Church, Alte Börse, Marktplatz & Old City Hall, St. Thomas Church, and the New Town Hall. With this experience, you'll get access to a 40-minute-long audio commentary. Whether you are alone, or with friends or family, this audio tour will be the perfect experience for anyone who likes to discover a city freely.
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Leipzig English Self-Guided Audio Tour with Quizzes on your Phone
1 to 2 hours
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Görlitz is a beautiful easterly town in Germany which has over 3,500 architectural monuments spanning 500 years. Medieval buildings, art nouveau architecture can be found in this small town of only 50 thousand inhabitants. Görlitz’s medieval architecture was saved from the bombings of the Second World War but still has grand streets, squares of the late 19th century and ornate art nouveau houses enough to leave an impression. Pass along the beautiful Schönhof, the oldest civil Renaissance building in Germany, a former brewery and one of the most splendid buildings in the town. Discover the St Peter and Paul Parish Church, built between 1425 and 1497. This is the largest church in Saxony, Its towers are visible from the historical old town. See the Reichenbacher Turm, where you can climb 165 steps to the top of this fortification tower and have a great view of the city. Discover the highlights of the beautiful city of Gorlitz and have a taste of the local beer.
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Görlitz Private Guided Walking Tour
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One of the most populous cities in former East Germany and home to a university dating back to 1409, let’s just say Leipzig has quite the story to tell. See it through the eyes of a local on this tour, focusing on wild tales and fascinating facts over dates and names. From famous restaurants to gorgeous hallways and iconic monuments, you’ll get a look at Leipzig you won’t soon forget.
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First Date with Leipzig
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Step into Dresden's enchanting Christmas wonderland on this magical self-guided walking tour through Germany's most festive city. Wander at your own pace through glowing markets, from the legendary 600-year-old Striezelmarkt with its towering pyramid to the cozy Finnish market by crackling fires. Stroll beneath twinkling lights along Münzgasse, cross the historic Augustus Bridge with breathtaking Elbe views, and discover hidden gems like medieval craftsmen at Stallhof. Marvel at the golden-domed Frauenkirche, meet Augustus the Strong gleaming like a Christmas ornament, and climb the Zwinger's terrace for Baroque splendor. Savor roasted almonds, warm Glühwein, and buttery Stollen while exploring romantic courtyards, spinning carousels, and sparkling light displays. From elegant palaces to intimate wooden stalls, every stop reveals Dresden's perfect blend of history, tradition, and holiday magic—all wrapped in the warm glow of centuries-old Christmas spirit.
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Dresden Christmas Magic Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP
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Experience the magic of Dresden like never before with our Private Sightseeing Treasure Hunt Tour! Perfect for families, friends, and groups, this unique adventure lets you discover Dresden at your own pace. Equipped with a “Golden Compass” (easy-to-use GPS device) and a treasure-hunting kit, you'll navigate through the historic city center, searching for hidden clues and solving puzzles to find Dresden's secret treasure. Your treasure book offers fascinating facts, cultural stories, and insider tips, making sightseeing more engaging and fun. This analogue adventure requires no smartphones or tablets, ensuring a fully immersive experience. You'll meet your adventure master at the Cathedral of Dresden for a lively introduction and receive your adventure kit. Then, explore the city, take breaks as you wish, and enjoy discovering sights and hidden gems. After 2.5-3 hours, you'll reach the final station where your guide awaits with a personalized treasure chest.
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Dresden: Private Sightseeing Treasure Hunt
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You haven’t seen Christmas in Germany if you didn’t go to Dresden! The city has the largest number of Christmas markets in eastern Germany, a total of 11, and it is the site of the oldest still standing seasonal event in the country. In 1434 Dresden issued the first permit for a food market on Christmas Eve, marking the very beginning of the Christmas Market tradition in Germany. It is one of the most traditional, with many traditions related with the city’s local industries, like mining, woodworking and pottery. You will learn about: The fascinating history and stunning architecture of this old german city About the rise of the city into a major cultural center before it met its tragic fate during WWII The history of the Catholic Court Church History of the Striezelmarkt The connection to the Erzgebirge of a certain Christmas delicacy
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Dresden Private Christmas Market Tour With A Professional Guide
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A walking tour is one of the best ways to explore a new city. Discover the highlights of Dresden with a private guide and learn about the city’s rich history and culture. See top sights like the Hofkirche, Dresden Zwinger, and Frauenkirche while you walk, then enjoy a guided tour through either the Royal Palace or the Old Masters Gallery.
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Fashioned For A King: Tour of Dresden's Royal Palace and historic city centre.
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The Dresden Residenzschloss was the linchpin for power, art and representation. Immerse yourself in the various exhibitions on this tour and experience Dresden royal! Your tour begins with an exciting insight into the history and architecture of the house. On the model of the castle, you will learn, among other things, the background to the destruction and reconstruction of the castle. Then follow in the footsteps of the art-loving electors of the Renaissance and, of course, the splendid baroque idol August the Strong, whether it's the New Green Vault with around 1,000 treasures from three centuries, the armory with its impressive exhibitions or the lavishly reconstructed parade apartment: your tour will be perfect Surprise you with new sensual impressions and hidden details! Your journey of discovery through the Residenzschloss will come to an end in the Stallhof, an impressive place for tournaments and lavish festivities.
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Guided tour of the castle with an introduction to architecture and the Dresden stable yard
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Join a Local for a 90-minute visual exploration of Leipzig, discovering the city's vibrant lifestyle and its most Instagrammable highlights. Spice up your socials as you capture the picturesque St. Thomas Church to the visually stunning St. Nicholas Church and immerse yourself into Leipzig’s everyday charm as your Local guides you through its lively neighbourhoods. From eye-catching scenery to vibrant local encounters, this experience with a Local is a definite must-do for those seeking a personal and authentic discovery of Leipzig. • Navigate Leipzig's most Insta-worthy spots with a Local. • Capture Leipzig’s landmarks, scenic spots and everyday life. • Experience Leipzig through the eyes of a Local and gain cultural insights. • Get local recommendations on trendy eateries to upcoming hotspots. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.
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Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Leipzig with a Local
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Whether you’re on a family vacation, a couple’s retreat, or a solo trip—booking a private photographer is the perfect way to get great photos of your Dresden trip. Avoid the hassle of bothering strangers to take your shots, and enjoy a bespoke service that’s just for your party. Get top tips on the city’s most photogenic locations, enjoy your shoot, then receive photos within four days of your tour.
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Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Dresden
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The Best Way to Discover Leipzig: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo with the Krochhochhaus or a stroll through the Marktplatz and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Augustusplatz, Krochhochhaus, St. Nicholas Church, Museum of Fine Arts, Marktplatz Leipzig, Altes Rathaus, Naschmarkt, Auerbachs Keller, St. Thomas Church, and the New Town Hall.
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Leipzig Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Here we are at home. This is our home and farm quarters. We know every stone here and show you the Dresden lifestyle.
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City tour Dresden Neustadt - Wilhelminian style and creative industries
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See many Leipzig city highlights in just a few hours during this private walking tour. This tour can be taken in the morning, afternoon, or evening, and gives travelers a great introduction to the city with stops at St. Thomas Church, Gewandhaus, Leipzig University, and the Bach Museum. A private guide focuses on commentary your group is interested in for a personalized experience.
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Leipzig Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
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Discover the eastern German city of Dresden and enjoy a flexible sightseeing experience when you book this private walking tour. Let an expert plan the itinerary and follow your guide around the historic center of the Saxon capital. See several top attractions like the Frauenkirche, Zwinger Palace, the House of Wettin, and the Semper Opera House.
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Private Walking Tour of Dresden with official tour guide
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