Immerse yourself in Bauhaus creations and lifestyles, learning about functional construction that integrates art with daily living at key sites in Dessau and beyond. Start at the Bauhaus School Building, and visit some of the Masters’ Houses, before heading to Bernau bei Berlin to see Bauhaus designs against a rural backdrop.
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For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€714
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Berlin whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.
Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.
Explore at your own pace
Enjoy a convenient round-trip journey with your professional Daytrip driver, allowing you to visit Dessau for the Bauhaus School Building and Master's Houses, before heading to Bernau bei Berlin, and then enjoying a comfortable return trip.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.
Good to know
Two-way private car transfer
Air-conditioned vehicle
Personalized pickup and drop-off
Professional English-speaking driver
Complimentary bottled water
Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Bauhaus Dessau Foundation and Bernau bei Berlin should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €238
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€714
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Berlin
You choose the pickup spot.
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Bauhaus Dessau Foundation
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Stop: 2 hours - admission not included
The Bauhaus school of artists and architects moved to Dessau from Weimar, creating a campus that reflected their principles of functionalism, modernism, and the integration of art and technology into daily life. Visitors can explore the workshops and studios, the auditorium and theater, and the studio building where students once took residence. The main building features a fascinating asymmetrical design and a glass “curtain” facade, and is home to exhibitions on Bauhaus history, lifestyles, and design techniques. Just a few minutes from the Bauhaus School Building is the Mesterhaus Colony. Many of these Master’s Houses were destroyed in WWII, but a few have been reconstructed. Travelers can visit one original home, which belonged to Feininger, as well as two reconstructions: the Kandinsky/Klee and Muche/Schlemmer houses. Verify hours (typically Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 17:00 in the winter and 10:00 to 18:00 in the summer) and purchase tickets online: https://www.bauhaus-dessau.de/
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Bernau bei Berlin
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Stop: 2 hours - admission not included
Bernau bei Berlin (Bernau near Berlin) is a rural town with key Bauhaus features, including the former ADGB Trade Union School, now recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. Visitors can enjoy tours of the large campus, appreciating the modernist architecture while learning more about the founders, Hannes Meyer and Hans Wittwer. The building integrates with the surrounding forests and features an informative visitors center and exhibitions that will appeal to design enthusiasts. The site is open from Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00-16:00 in the winter and 10:00 to 17:00 in the summer. Be sure to purchase tickets in advance if you want to tour the school: https://www.welterbe-bernau.de/start-en.html
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Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Daytrip is loved all around the world. Here's why.
The round trip takes approximately 8.5 hours, providing comprehensive exploration of Bauhaus heritage. You'll spend about 2 hours at the Bauhaus Dessau Foundation campus including the main building and Master's Houses, plus 2 hours at the UNESCO-recognized ADGB Trade Union School in Bernau bei Berlin.
Moderate walking is required to explore the Bauhaus campus buildings and Master's Houses in Dessau, plus the ADGB school grounds in Bernau. The sites are spread across landscaped areas. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Most areas are accessible, though some historic buildings may have stairs or uneven surfaces.
Absolutely. While architecture and design enthusiasts will deeply appreciate technical aspects, the sites present Bauhaus philosophy accessibly. The combination of innovative buildings, historical context, and beautiful settings makes the trip engaging for anyone interested in modernism, art history, or how design shapes everyday life.
The main building features the iconic asymmetrical design with revolutionary glass "curtain" facade, student studios, workshops, auditorium, and exhibitions about Bauhaus history and design philosophy. Nearby Master's Houses include the original Feininger house and reconstructed Kandinsky/Klee and Muche/Schlemmer residences, offering insight into how Bauhaus leaders lived and worked.
Bauhaus was a revolutionary 20th-century art and architecture school emphasizing functional design integrating art with daily life. Founded in Weimar, it moved to Dessau where these UNESCO World Heritage buildings showcase modernist principles that profoundly influenced contemporary architecture, furniture design, and visual arts worldwide.
The former ADGB Trade Union School in rural Bernau exemplifies Bauhaus principles applied to educational architecture. Designed by Hannes Meyer and Hans Wittwer, this UNESCO World Heritage site integrates modernist buildings with surrounding forest landscapes. The informative visitor center appeals to design enthusiasts and architecture students.
Exceptional photography opportunities abound showcasing iconic modernist architecture, geometric designs, innovative use of glass and steel, and integration of buildings with nature. The clean lines and functional beauty of Bauhaus design photograph beautifully. Photography is generally permitted, making this trip perfect for architecture photography enthusiasts.
Opening hours vary seasonally. Typically, sites operate Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00-17:00 in winter and 10:00-18:00 in summer. Bernau bei Berlin's school is open Wednesday through Sunday with similar hours. Always verify current schedules and purchase tickets online in advance to guarantee entry to these popular destinations.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.