Vacation in Dresden: These are the Coolest City Districts

If you're visiting Dresden, you won't be able to get enough of the baroque monuments and will experience a very special, almost Mediterranean charm. The city is so popular because its architecture, art, and fascinating history offer countless highlights that will fill your city trip with memories. Experience the cultural metropolis at its finest and discover the coolest neighborhoods in the city. Here are our recommendations:

The Dresden Old Town is among the top city districts. It's no wonder, as the historic core is home to the most beautiful landmarks and offers you the opportunity to discover a variety of dining options. Even today, you will encounter magnificent buildings from the Renaissance, Baroque, and 19th-century periods that make the center so worth seeing. Just the view of the Elbe riverfront underscores the historic character and tempts you to want to enter inside.

We recommend planning enough time for your Old Town tour so that you can calmly visit the following sights: the Dresden Frauenkirche, Semper Opera House, Dresden Zwinger, Royal Palace, and Schlossplatz.

Furthermore, the historic city center has numerous shopping opportunities, and while strolling through the alleys or the popular Altmarkt-Galerie shopping center, you can pick up a few souvenirs. The unique Bunzlauer Keramik shop in Sporergasse, for example, sells lovingly handmade and hand-painted ceramic products like bowls or cups.

Feeling a bit hungry? You'll find plenty of opportunities to indulge in the Old Town. Treat yourself to a small break between sightseeing tours and enjoy a delicious coffee at Wilma Wunder or at Café Milchmädchen. Besides the tasty coffee specialties, you will also be offered a variety of cake options. Maybe you're in the mood for a delicious apple strudel or cheesecake?

If you're really hungry, we also recommend Zum Schießhaus, where you can enjoy Saxon specialties like senf eggs with potatoes or red pudding with sauerkraut and roast potatoes.

Where there's an Old Town, there's also a New Town - at least in Dresden. The New Town refers to the parts of Dresden located on the right bank of the Elbe, which have held city rights since 1403. Today, this district is considered a trendy area, from which you as a visitor greatly benefit. In the New Town, you experience everything from cultural highlights to culinary experiences to cool hipster vibes - everything a traveler's heart desires.

While the Outer New Town is known as a trendy and nightlife district, the Inner New Town offers an elegant neighborhood by the Elbe. Impressive Art Nouveau buildings, art galleries, and cultural attractions such as the magnificent Japanese Palace from the 18th century or the Goldener Reiter are visited daily by numerous travelers and are used as photo motifs.

Also, experience the popular Kunsthofpassage between Görlitzer Straße and Alaunstraße and marvel at the many colorful houses. If you're in the Inner New Town, it's best to just let yourself drift. Along the Elbe, there is the Stauden- and Rosengarten, which invites you to linger.

If you're looking for unique dining experiences, then the Outer New Town is the place for you. Between restored and old houses, winding alleys, and romantic courtyards, exciting pubs, restaurants, and shops are hidden. The local Lila Soße by Boris Körgels has gained cult status. There, you can enjoy modern classics of German cuisine served in a mason jar. The dishes are seasonal, so in the summer, for example, you can enjoy spinach-ricotta patties or veal schnitzel with fried potatoes.

Hilly, historic, and full of villas: the district of Blasewitz is located east of the city center and, thanks to its size of 1,450 hectares, offers plenty of space for visitors to explore. Discover picturesque cafés and impressive villas built along the Elbe. A simple walk here is worth it to admire the Art Nouveau elements of the buildings. No wonder the district attracts many travelers - the historically valuable architecture is truly eye-catching!

If you're in the mood for shopping during your visit, Schillerplatz is the place for you. It's located near the Elbe, and here you will find, besides classic stores, exclusive shops where you can purchase unique products. At Spielwaren am Blauen Wunder, you will find high-quality wooden and children's toys for the little ones. Speaking of the Blue Wonder: The Loschwitz Bridge (also known as the Blue Wonder) connects the city districts of Blasewitz and Loschwitz that are divided by the Elbe, and within a few minutes' walk, you can reach a new district.

By the way, you can rest and enjoy treats during your district visit at Café Toscana before continuing the tour. Located directly at Schillerplatz, the café welcomes its guests daily from 9 AM to 6 PM and serves delicious coffee specialties, Saxon cheese pastries, various cake options, and much more.

Pieschen is a small, charming spot north of the Elbe and west of Dresden's city center. Visitors can expect a historic town center adorned with well-preserved farmhouses and half-timbered buildings. In addition to that, Pieschen offers exciting sights such as the Pieschen Town Hall, Pieschener Hafen, and the harbor mole with its bridge. From Pieschener Winkel, you can also enjoy a fantastic view of the city center.

Have you heard about the famous streetcar museum? You can also visit this in Pieschen. The museum not only displays historical artifacts, plans, drawings, and photos - the nonprofit and volunteer association is also dedicated to promoting the preservation and restoration of historically significant streetcars.

Gourmets will also feel at home in Pieschen, as in addition to the delicatessen Savoir Vivre, you also find Spanish wine specialties at Vino und Alma that will transport you to a little vacation in Spain.

Speaking of vacations: The French restaurant Petit Frank serves light dishes from French cuisine with selected wines from Saxony and France. The summer menu includes warm marinated duck breast with flambéed prawns. Or perhaps a creamy soup with fresh chanterelles? Either way, at this popular spot, you will enjoy a delightful vacation feeling.

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