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What to do in Dresden
Popular places to visit
Semper Opera House
Saxony’s state opera house is resplendent with three styles of architecture. Take in a ballet or opera performance in its opulent theater.
Church of Our Lady
Listen to a vocal ensemble, climb to the viewing platform at the top of the dome and learn about the church’s long reconstruction at Dresden’s major Lutheran place of worship.
Zwinger Palace
Wander through sprawling gardens, explore decadent courtyards and see important collections of art at this Baroque masterpiece.
Dresden Castle
A former Royal Palace located in the historic heart of Dresden is today a major cultural attraction and home to some of Germany’s oldest art collections.
Old Market Square
Winter, spring, summer or fall, you’ll always find something going on in this recently revitalized cultural space in the center of the city.
Blue Wonder Bridge
Cross the Elbe River using this historic bridge to visit picturesque neighborhoods and to discover its tumultuous wartime history.
Pillnitz Castle and Park
You can learn about the history of Dresden with a visit to Pillnitz Castle and Park. Take in the fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Grosser Garten
Grosser Garten is just one of the places to see in Dresden, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Dresden Elbe Valley
You can learn about the history of Dresden when you stop by Dresden Elbe Valley. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Areas of Dresden
Altstadt Dresden
Travelers love Altstadt Dresden for its popular shops, and you can see more of Dresden by jumping on the metro at Theaterplatz Station or Altmarkt Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Green Vault and Dresden Cathedral.
Neustadt
Museums, shopping, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Neustadt. Make a stop by Bundeswehr Military History Museum or Kunsthof-Passage while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Waldschloesschen Station or Nordstrasse Station to get around town.
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.
Loschwitz
You might enjoy the historic sites while in Loschwitz. Dresden Funicular Railway is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mordgrundbruecke Station or Plattleite Station to see more of the city.
Blasewitz
Check out the historic sites while you're in Blasewitz. Hop on the metro at Gottleubaer Strasse Station and Altenberger Strasse Station to see top sights like Dresden Elbe Valley and Dresden Panometer.
Innere Neustadt
Shopping, historic sites, and river views highlight some notable features of Innere Neustadt. Make a stop by Movie Nights at the Elbe or Dresden Elbe Valley while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Carolaplatz Station or Albertplatz Station to get around town.
