8 Best Things to Do in Dresden

The best things to do in Dresden are mostly great examples of Baroque and Rococo architecture. Nicknamed the Florence on the Elbe, this vibrant riverfront city takes you back to an opulent past filled with grand palaces and cathedrals. Many of these venues display treasures, ancient weaponry, and paintings by renowned artists.

Dresden’s thriving arts community can be found in the Neustadt district, where you can stumble upon quirky art installations, galleries, street art, and colorful building facades along its narrow pathways. Check out our comprehensive guide to the best things to do in Dresden.

What are the best things to do in Dresden?

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1. Dresden Royal Palace

See treasures at the Grünes Gewölbe museum

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Residenzschloss (Royal Palace) is an extravagant Renaissance palace in Dresden’s Inner Altstadt. It’s home to the 16th-century Green Vault (Grünes Gewölbe), where you can find 2 permanent exhibits with a total of 3,000 treasures made of gold, silver, gemstones, ivory, mother-of-pearl, and amber. The palace also has an armory (Rüstkammer) filled with intricate armors, weapons, and saddles, many of which were collected between the 7th and 18th centuries. Tickets to Residenzschloss and Grünes Gewölbe cost around €12 and are sold separately, so purchase the combined ticket for a reduced rate.

所在地 : Residenzschloss, Taschenberg 2, Dresden, Germany

営業時間 : Wednesday – Monday from 10 am to 6 pm (closed on Tuesdays)

電話番号 : +49 (0)351 49142 000

2. Zwinger Complex Museums

Visit ornate gardens and museums at this palatial complex

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Zwinger is a Baroque palace with elegant pavilions and galleries dating back to the early 18th century. Located in Theaterplatz, the complex has 3 museums displaying artifacts and paintings from Dresden’s vibrant past. The southeast end of Zwinger’s courtyard is home to the Glockenspiel House, a carillon with 30 bells made of Meissen porcelain. The Galerie Alte Meister (Old Masters Picture Gallery) displays over 750 paintings by renowned Italian, Flemish, Spanish, and Dutch artists. One of its most prominent artworks is the Sistine Madonna by Raphael Sanzio.

所在地 : Zwinger Palace, Sophienstraße, Dresden, Germany

営業時間 : Daily from 6 am to 8 pm

電話番号 : +49 (0)351 4914 2000

3. Frauenkirche

Visit the viewing platform to see Dresden from above

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Frauenkirche is a fully-reconstructed Lutheran cathedral that serves Dresden’s Christian community. One of its most impressive features is its stone dome, which has a 67-meter-tall viewing platform. The basement level consists of an exhibition hall displaying original documents and photographs detailing the process of rebuilding Frauenkirche after World War II. Audio guides in German, English, French, Italian, Japanese and Russian are available for about €2.50. If you want to climb to the viewing platform, admission tickets start from €8.

所在地 : Frauenkirche, Neumarkt, Dresden, Germany

営業時間 : Monday – Friday from 10 am to 12 pm & 1 pm to 6 pm (hours vary during weekends)

電話番号 : +49 (0)351 656 06100

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4. Dresden Theaterplatz

Check out one of Europe’s largest porcelain murals

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Dresden’s central square of Theaterplatz is home to many historical monuments, Baroque palaces, and extravagant museums. One of the most walkable districts in the city, you’re bound to snap plenty of beautiful photos throughout the day. A prominent landmark here is the Fürstenzug, which is a 102-meter-long mural dating back to 1870s. Its porcelain tiles depict 35 former rulers and prominent figures of Germany. Among the many buildings worth visiting in Theaterplatz are Zwinger Palace, Hofkirche (Dresden Cathedral), and Semper Opera House.

所在地 : Theaterplatz, 01067 Dresden, Germany

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5. Brühlsche Terrasse

Enjoy a sunset view of Dresden and Elbe River at this open-air balcony

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Brühlsche Terrasse is a 500-meter-long terrace with plenty of benches overlooking the Elbe River. Also known as The Balcony of Europe, the terrace features medieval structures and monuments such as the Dresden Fortress, the Bärenzwinger Vault, and a statue of Gottfried Semper. Here you can also find impressive displays of modern artwork at the Academy of Fine Arts (Kunstakademie) and the Albertinum. Brühlsche Terrasse is found along the western banks of Elbe River, about a 5-minute walk of Frauenkirche (Dresden Cathedral).

所在地 : Brühl’s Terrace, Georg-Treu-Platz 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany

営業時間 : Daily from 10 am to 6 pm (hours may vary)

電話番号 : +49 (0)351 501 501

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6. Grosser Garten

Ride the steam locomotive through the park

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Grosser Garten, located 3.5 km southeast of Theaterplatz, is the largest green space in Dresden. The botanical park is home to Sommerpalais, a reconstructed Baroque palace that was originally built in the 17th century. For a leisurely way of exploring Großer Garten, the Dresden Park Railway features steam locomotives that runs every 10 to 30 minutes on a 5.6 km route. The garden also hosts a variety of open-air concerts, exhibitions, and fireworks displays during the summer.

所在地 : The Grand Garden of Dresden, Hauptallee 10, 01219 Dresden, Germany

営業時間 : Daily from 10 am to 6 pm

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7. Kunsthofpassage

Check out the 5 “Courtyard of Elements” installations in this quirky district

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Kunsthofpassage (Art Courtyard Passage) features an array of quirky shops, art installations, galleries, cafés and bars. Set within the artistic Neustadt district, it’s divided into 5 courtyards with independent boutiques selling unique handicrafts, vintage clothes, flowers, and local specialties. A must-see when you’re visiting Kunsthofpassage is the Singing Drain Pipes, an intricate funnel system attached to a turquoise-colored building, which makes music during rainfall.

所在地 : Kunsthofpassage Dresden, Görlitzer Str. 21-25, 01099 Dresden, Germany

営業時間 : Daily from 11 am to 7.30 pm (hours may vary)

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8. Semperoper

Catch a performance by one of the world’s oldest orchestras

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The Semperoper is a grand opera house in the Theaterplatz square of Dresden. The Italian Renaissance concert hall was originally designed by Gottfried Semper in 1841 and features intricate statues of famous figures such as Shakespeare, Molière, and Goethe and Schiller. You can watch regular symphonic performances by the Saxon State Orchestra, which is one of the world’s oldest orchestras. The opera house also hosts a variety of classical and contemporary concerts throughout the year. Guided tours in English and German are available if you want to learn about the history of the Semperoper.

所在地 : Vorverkauf Schinkelwache, Theaterplatz 2, Dresden, Germany

営業時間 : Box Office: Monday – Friday from 10 am to 6 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday from 10 am to 1 pm

電話番号 : +49 (0)351 320 7360

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