Things to do in Dresden: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Dresden (Germany): Brühlsche Terrasse, Palais Brühl-Marcolini, Semperoper, Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister, Verkehrsmuseum, 2 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Dresden

Hotels in Dresden

Frequently asked questions about Dresden

When is the best time to visit Dresden?

According to real weather data (2023-2024 averages), the months with 18–33 °C daytime highs and under 100 mm of rain in Dresden are: May, June, July, August, September.

How many days do you need in Dresden?

Our 2 day-by-day plans for Dresden last 2 to 3 days.

What to do in Dresden in 2 days?

Our “Dresden Essentials” plan: Day 1 — Dresden Frauenkirche; Day 2 — Residenzschloss.

What to do in Dresden in 3 days?

Our “Dresden and Saxon Switzerland” plan: Day 1 — Dresden Frauenkirche; Day 2 — Residenzschloss; Day 3 — Saxon Switzerland.

Where to stay in Dresden?

Close to the tourist centre: Amedia Plaza Dresden (100 m), Aparthotel „Am Schloss” (100 m), Hyperion Hotel Dresden am Schloss (100 m). Our directory lists 489 hotels in Dresden, to contact directly.

What to see in Dresden?

Some places to see in the centre: Brühlsche Terrasse, Palais Brühl-Marcolini, Semperoper, Zwinger, Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister, Verkehrsmuseum.

Sights in Dresden

Museums in Dresden

Parks and gardens in Dresden

Where to eat in Dresden