Private Bauhaus Architecture Day Tour from Berlin to Dessau

Discover the birthplace of modern architecture and design on this fully inclusive private day trip from Berlin to Dessau, home of the world's famous Bauhaus Dessau movement. Travel comfortably through the German countryside and explore the most important Bauhaus landmarks together with your private driver-guide and, on Fridays (subject to availability on other days), a local English speaking Bauhaus expert guide. Visit the iconic Bauhaus Building, the famous Masters’ Houses, the modern Bauhaus Museum, and the pioneering Törten Housing Estate. The experience is complemented with dinner at the legendary Kornhaus Dessau, a beautiful Bauhaus style restaurant overlooking the Elbe River. This all inclusive experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Berlin, private transportation, entrance tickets, snacks and drinks during the journey, and dinner. Perfect for architecture lovers, design enthusiasts, photographers, and travelers looking for a unique cultural experience beyond Berlin.

1. 1

   Berlin

   2 hours

   Your private driver will pick you up directly from your hotel or accommodation in Berlin. Relax in comfortable private transportation as you leave the capital and head southwest toward Dessau, one of the most influential cities in modern architectural history. Snacks, water, and beverages will be available during the journey.

2. 2

   Bauhaus Dessau

   2 hours

   Visit the iconic Bauhaus Building designed by Walter Gropius in 1925–1926 — one of the most important buildings of modern architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the famous glass curtain walls, innovative functionalist design, workshops, student spaces, and the revolutionary ideas that changed architecture forever.

3. 3

   The Dessau Masters' Houses

   1 hour

   Explore the elegant Masters’ Houses where Bauhaus teachers such as Walter Gropius, Paul Klee, and Wassily Kandinsky once lived. These minimalist homes perfectly demonstrate the Bauhaus philosophy of simplicity, functionality, and harmony between art and everyday life. Discover the pioneering Törten Settlement, an experimental Bauhaus social housing project created to provide affordable, modern living. The district remains an outstanding example of early modern urban planning and functional residential architecture.

4. 4

   Bauhaus Museum Dessau

   2 hours

   Visit the modern Bauhaus Museum housing one of the world’s most important Bauhaus collections. Learn about the movement’s history, ideology, furniture design, typography, photography, and influence on contemporary architecture and design around the globe.

5. 5

   Kornhaus

   1 hour

   Enjoy early dinner at the famous Kornhaus Restaurant, one of Germany’s best-known Bauhaus-style restaurants, beautifully located along the Elbe River. Relax and reflect on the day while experiencing the timeless atmosphere of Bauhaus design paired with regional cuisine.

6. 6

   Berlin

   2 hours

   After dinner, sit back and enjoy a comfortable return drive to Berlin.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.