Things to Do in Dresden

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  • 1. Residenzschloss

    Residenzschloss
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    Schlossplatz, Dresden, 01067, Germany

    #1 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... the Saxon royal family, Residenzschloss Palace was built between the 12th-19th centuries and exhibits a magnificent array of different architectural features from the Romantic, Renaissance, Baroque and neo-Renaissance eras.... more

  • 2. Canalettoblick

    Canalettoblick
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    Carolabrücke, Dresden, 01069, Germany

    #2 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... artist named Bernardo Bellotto, also known as Canaletto, was summoned to the Saxon court. The young man's famous uncle, Antonio Canal, had taught him how to produce exact replicas of urban landscapes. Canaletto's status was... more

  • 3. Kügelgenhaus

    Kügelgenhaus
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    Hauptstraße 3, 01097 Dresden, Germany

    #3 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... visitors, this former home of the Kügelgen family has now been converted into a museum (part of the Stadtmuseum ) and depicts their life story. A wonderful restaurant is attached, so visitors can explore the museum and... more

  • 4. Brühlsche Terrasse

    Brühlsche Terrasse
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    Brühlsche Terrasse, Brühlsche Terrassen 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany

    #4 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... as "Europe's balcony," the Brühlsche Terrasse is a 500m-long and 20-200m wide terrace built on top of the fortifications erected to defend the city in the 16th century. Together with the Albertinum, Art Academy and Sek... more

  • 5. Theaterplatz

    Theaterplatz
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    Theaterplatz, 01067 Dresden, Germany

    #5 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... square, Theaterplatz, is flanked by the world-famous Semper Opera House, the Zwinger, Gallery of the Old Masters, Schinkelwache, Residenzschloss Palace, Hofkirche and the Italienisches Dörfchen restaurant. Each buildin... more

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    Wanderlust Mugfords Wanderlust Mugfords in Dresden for the Day said

    … world famous cathedral is still only half complete. The Zwinger Place and the Theaterplatz are Dresden's most impressive… continue reading »

  • 6. Fürstenzug

    Fürstenzug
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    Augustusstraße, Dresden, 01067, Germany

    #6 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... famous porcelain mural on the exterior of Residenzschloss palace is a feast for the eyes. The frieze is 102 metres long and 7 metres high, making it the largest porcelain picture in the world. It was first painted in 1876,... more

  • 7. Zwinger

    Zwinger
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    Theaterplatz 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany

    #7 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... elector of Saxony (also king of Poland), built this baroque masterpiece, modeled after Versailles, in 1719. Here he staged tournaments and kept dozens of concubines. His physique was called Herculean, his temperament Rabela... more

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    Rich & Kara Rich & Kara in dresden said

    …-inspiring. The Zwinger museums were spectacular! The three Rs were well represented….Ruebens, Rembrant, and Raphael. The New Green Vault… continue reading »

  • 8. Scheune Dresden

    Scheune Dresden
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    Hansastraße 43, 01097 Dresden, Germany

    #8 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... is located within the city of Dresden and was established in 1994. It is a short drive away from the Semperoper. The Hotel has a restaurant, ... more

  • 9. Cafe zur Frauenkirche

    Cafe zur Frauenkirche
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    Neumarkt 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany

    #9 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... opened luxury hotel boasts a prime location beside the renowned Frauenkirche church in the heart of the city.It offers a unique ambience and extremely spacious, well-appointed guestrooms within walking distance of the Zwing... more

  • 10. Stadtmuseum Dresden

    Stadtmuseum Dresden
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    Wilsdruffer Straße 2, 01067 Dresden, Germany

    #10 of 189 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... museum) is situated in an historic 18th century country house and features a series of permanent and temporary exhibitions dealing with local history, art and culture. Visitors can travel through the different epochs of his... more