4-Day Germany Weekend Getaway in Dresden

Your exciting weekend getaway in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Dresden, your home for 3 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Dresden has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Germany. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Dresden to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Golden Rider. This attraction is a spectacular monument with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,991 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Dresden, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Kutscherschänke - Uriges Wirtshaus. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,669 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Dresden is Schwerelos – Das Achterbahn-Restaurant. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,313 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, Sophienkeller im Taschenbergpalais. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,294 customers.

A weekend getaway in Germany isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Dresden. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is Lloyd’s Café & Bar, which has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,382 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurant Carolaschlösschen Dresden, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,533 customers, an after-dinner drink at Restaurant Carolaschlösschen Dresden is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 4-day weekend getaway in Germany!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Germany, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Dresden. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 2 nights in Dresden!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Semperoper. This outstanding opera house and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.8 stars out of 5 from 13,463 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Semperoper is worth pages in your travel diary.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Germany. Check out all the tours Dresden offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Germany can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Dresden.

Pulverturm offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Dresden is the popular L'Osteria. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,368 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Wilma Wunder Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,474 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Bräuhaus am Waldschlösschen. One of the best bars in the city, Bräuhaus am Waldschlösschen has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,289 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Watzke am Goldenen Reiter is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,871 bar-goers.

Shamrock Irish Bar & Restaurant is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Dresden. Shamrock Irish Bar & Restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,555 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Dresden. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Germany!

On day 3 of your weekend getaway in Germany, you’ll get to know more about Dresden and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 1 night in Dresden by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit Brühl's Terrace.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Fürstenzug. This attraction is a magnificent architectural structure that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,593 travelers.

Dresden is also the home of the amazing Church of Our Lady. This fascinating church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29,743 visitors.

You can continue your adventure at a famous museum in the area, the wonderful German Hygiene Museum. Up to 280,000 people explore this attraction every year. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,300, a visit to this top-rated attraction is an excellent idea.

With an average rating of 4.7 given by 14,683 travelers, it’s hard to refuse the opportunity to see the outstanding The Grand Garden of Dresden.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Dresden is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in Germany, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Dresden's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Dresden. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at Bakery Wippler GmbH, one of the most recommended restaurants in Dresden. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,629 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out Luisenhof, Dresden. Around 2,856 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in Germany. One of the best bars in the city is Las Tapas. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,709 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Dresden, we recommend the cocktails at Ballhaus Watzke. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,996 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Dresden is Nightfly shisha and cocktail. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Dresden. Toast to another amazing day in Germany!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Germany is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Dresden. Day 4 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Germany.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Germany, the popular Altmarkt is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Dresden.

You’ll then say farewell to Germany and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Germany!