Attractions - Leisure

Dresden, located on the shores of the river Elbe, has intruiged its visitors for centuries. Come and be inspired by this fascinating city.

Attractions Dresden (Old City)

Frauenkirche
The famous, 102 meter high church with its sandstone cupola, is seen in Germany as the most important building from the Baroque period. It has only been fully reconstructed a few years ago.

Zwinger
The former and well known palace impresses its visitors with complete harmony of the late Baroque period.

Semper Opera
In the style of the Italian Renaissance, the Semper Opera certainly features among the most beautiful opera houses of the world.
Click here to go to the Semper Opera website.

Brühlsche Terrasse
This is the former part of the city walls with an impressive view towards the surrounding historical architecture.

Residence Palace
The former residence of Saxon rulers.

Schinkelwache
Historical building which nowadays houses a ticket office for example for the Semper Opera.

Italian Village
When the Hofkirche was built, the homes of the Italian builders were located here. This is where the name Italian Village comes from for the buildings that were erected in this area at a later time. The Italian Village's current form stems from the beginning of the 20th century and the architect Hans Erlwein. It is located between Theaterplatz and the river Elbe.

Fürstenzug
101 meter long fresco which depicts the Saxon rulers as a parade of horse men.

Attractions Dresden (New City)

Golden Hourse Man
A gold-plated sculpture of August the Great which depicts him as a Roman ruler. It is located at the Neustädter Markt towards the river Elbe.

Baroque Quarter
Reconstructed houses from the Baroque period at Königstrasse.

Pillnitz Castle
Picturesque castle in East Asian style with a well-maintained park and many exotic plants..