Things to do in Saxony

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Bautzen which includes a castle and a small town or village
Bad Schandau showing a small town or village and farmland
Monument of the Battle of the Nations which includes a castle
Leipzig featuring modern architecture
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Saxony Attractions

Discover what makes Saxony tick with some of the very best tours & day trips. Browse through our top {244 fun activities in Saxony fun activities in Saxony}, and book with ease knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees.



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What to do in Saxony

Free Things to Do in Saxony

There's no need to endlessly reach for your wallet in Saxony. The following won't cost a red cent.

Stadtkirche St. Nikolai - Stop for some quiet reflection and find out a thing or two about this site's spiritual importance.

Things to Do in Saxony with Kids

There are plenty of outstanding experiences in Saxony that the whole gang will love. These are a few of the top family friendly experiences in the area.


 

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Heidelberg Castle which includes heritage architecture and landscape views

Altstadt Dresden

5/5(185 area reviews)

On the south side of the Elbe River is Dresden’s historic center, which features art galleries, grandiose churches, picturesque gardens and shopping districts.

Altstadt Dresden
St. Nicholas Church which includes a church or cathedral and interior views

Zentrum

4.5/5(72 area reviews)

Consider a visit to St. Nicholas Church and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Zentrum. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop.

Zentrum
Neustadt showing street scenes

Neustadt

Go on a walking tour around Dresden’s preserved 18th-century quarter, which offers an insight into how the city appeared before its 1940s bombardment.

Neustadt
Zentrum showing modern architecture and a church or cathedral

Mitte

Museums, historic sites, and theaters highlight some notable features of Mitte. Make a stop by Leipzig's Old Town Hall or Leipzig Market Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop to get around town.

Mitte
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Innere Altstadt

If you're spending time in Innere Altstadt, check out sights like Altmarkt or Old Market Square and hop on the metro to see more the city at Altmarkt Station or Postplatz Station.

Innere Altstadt
St. Nicholas Church showing a church or cathedral and interior views

Old Town Leipzig

Museums, historic sites, and shopping highlight some notable features of Old Town Leipzig. Make a stop by Leipzig's Old Town Hall or Leipzig Market Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop to get around town.

Old Town Leipzig

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Saxony on a sunny day?
What should I not miss in Saxony?
Put these sights at the top of your must-see list to get the most out of your trip:

  • Semper Opera House
  • Church of Our Lady
  • Dresden Castle
  • Zwinger Palace

Are there cheap things to do in Saxony?
Join a Semperoper Dresden Guided Tour or a Tickets Dresden Transport Museum and enjoy a taste of this destination without forking out a truckload of cash.
What can you do in Saxony for free?
Your vacation in Saxony needn't blow the budget with free things like these on offer:

  • Church of Our Lady
  • Blue Wonder Bridge
  • Lake Kulkwitz
  • Markkleeberger See