Plan Your Visit to Dresden

Shop

Dresden has one-of-a-kind shops each with its own story to tell.

Eat

Finish up your shopping and head on over to one of our delicious restaurants.

Explore

Enjoy Dresden with these local destinations for your convenience.

Stay

Whether you want a girl’s retreat, family vacation, or a romantic escape, a stay in a quaint Bed and Breakfast offers you a uniquely memorable experience.

Events

Are you looking for activities in Dresden? We have a ton of fantastic events, whether you’re a local, new to town, or just passing through.

Muskingum County Trail Guide
Motorcycle Route Guide
Muskingum County Visitor's Guide

Nestled in the rolling hills and winding waterways of the Muskingum River you’ll find yourself stepping back in time when you visit Dresden, Ohio. Our picturesque village welcomes you with shopping, lodging, dining and leisurely strolls on our Main Streets. Spend a day, spend a weekend or a week! We are close to everything and home to something very special………DRESDEN, OHIO!

Motorcycle Route

Explore the unique culture of the Amish with an interesting ride through Ohio’s Amish country, home to the world’s largest Amish community.

Ice Cream Trail

Our local sweet shop is a stop on Zanesville's Ice Cream Trail, visit all the stores to be entered to win an exclusive price!

Baskets Galore

As America's basket capital, we have all your basket needs from vintage Longaberger to brand new options, and all your necessary basket maintainance.

Dresden has a variety of unique, vintage, and antique specialty shops. The shops of Dresden will be open with store specials, treats, and door prizes!
Dresden offers great food at a great value. The restaurants at Dresden look forward to growing their businesses and serving the community.
Our beautiful outdoor recreation facilities can be enjoyed by the whole family.  Features include baseball fields, soccer fields, and basketball courts. We also provide beautiful hiking trails and river access. 
Dresden brings the community together by hosting events to celebrate its growing heritage. 
Enjoy the warmth, charm, and spacious grounds of the oldest homes in the village of Dresden, Ohio. We have wonderfully quaint B&Bs that will transport you back in time. 

Ways To Play

Family Friendly Activities
Enjoy your Day with us

Pool

Dresden Swim Center is a perfect spot for family and friends to beat the heat in the summer. Our swimming pool offers lanes for lap swimming, a raindrop play area, a recreational slide, and two diving boards.

River Access

The Dresden River Park is located on the Muskingum River. There is a large picnic shelter, boat ramp, bike trail, and spacious parking lot, and plenty of access to the Muskingum River for fishing and relaxing.

Trail

This 6 mile asphalt trail connects the north end of Dresden to Rock Cut Road in Muskingum Township. The trail follows the Muskingum River and offers exceptional views of rock formations and spots for watching wildlife.

Parks

Our parks are beautifully landscaped and have plenty of benches for sitting and relaxing, and just the right amount of space for small community events. The Dresden River Park is located on the Muskingum River.