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The shimmering city of Dresden counts 44 museums and 36 theaters and stages among its wealth of cultural treasures. From a historic paddleboat on the great Elbe River, one can revel in wonderful views of Dresden’s scenic gardens, castles, villas, and palaces. An ideal vacation spot, Dresden simply offers everything: botanical gardens, magnificent parks and greenery, sports, a delightful bike path along the Elbe, festivals, beer gardens, and, of course, an inspiring cultural scene. An evening with Dresden’s world-renowned orchestra (founded in 1548), or with any of its other impressive resident and guest ensembles, is the perfect way to enrich a visit to this extraordinary center of German vitality.
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Mozart's A Little Night Musik: Dresdner Zwinger
Dresden, Dresdner Zwinger
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Italian Night — from Italy to the world: Dresdner Zwinger
Dresden, Dresdner Zwinger
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Voices of Spring: Dresdner Zwinger
Dresden, Dresdner Zwinger
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Waltz Dreams at the Dresdner Zwinger
Dresden, Dresdner Zwinger
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Venues found for Dresden
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Kreuzkirche Dresden
Dresden, Germany
The Kreuzkirche Dresden is situated in the Kreuzstraße 7 in 01067 Dresden.
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Kulturpalast
Dresden, Germany
The Kulturpalast is located in the middle of Dresden's historic city center on the north side of the Altmarkt. The interior concept of the Kulturpalast is based on its timeless architecture.
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Dresdner Zwinger
Dresden, Germany
The Dresdner Zwinger is among the most famous Baroque buildings in Germany.
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Semperoper
Dresden, Germany
Dresden's exquisite neo‐Renaissance Semperoper is a jewel in the city's architectural crown, and home to a world‐renowned ensemble. Among the top echelons of international opera houses, Dresden is a must‐visit for all opera lovers.
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Palais im Großen Garten
Dresden, Germany
Commissioned by the Saxon Elector John George III the pompous palace was built by Johann Georg Starcke from 1676 to 1683. It is not only the first Baroque building of Saxony but it is also said to be one of the earliest Baroque buildings in the German‐speaking area.
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Dresden Zwinger
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Big hop‐on hop‐off city tour in Dresden
Get to know the Saxon capital Dresden from the sightseeing double‐decker and use the 22 stops in the city area for your individual sightseeing. By Hop‐On Hop‐Off you can get off and on the whole day, how and where you want.The double‐decker buses of the Grand City Tour stop every 15‐30 minutes at the most famous sights of Dresden. Whether Zwinger, Frauenkirche, Theaterplatz with Semperoper or Blaues Wunder — see all the highlights of the city. All children under the age of 15 can experience a children's city tour in German at the same time.The tours are supplemented by a city tour on foot with a certified tour guide in German and English — already included in the ticket. On this tour, you'll visit the inner courtyard of the Dresden Zwinger, walk along the famous Fürstenzug and stroll around the Frauenkirche across Dresden's Neumarkt square.And the best thing about it: The evening is far from over! End your exciting day with an entertaining night watchman tour in German through the old town.
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Dresden Castle with New Green Vault: Guided Tour
Masterfully restored furniture, golden‐velvet wall‐coverings, gaudy candlesticks, opulent mirrors, and ceiling paintings… and all that's just one of the bedrooms in Dresden Castle! Enter the New Green Vault at the castle and see how Augustus II the Strong lived. Admire his coronation coat – it's bling, to say the least. You can also skim over 1,000 pieces of treasury art, including precious items made of gold, silver, gemstones, ivory, mother‐of‐pearl, coconuts, and even ostrich eggs.
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Dresden Old Town, Frauenkirche (Interior) & Zwinger: Guided Tour
Nearly 4,000 tons of explosives were dropped on Dresden between February 13‐15, 1945. With the resulting fires that spread through the city, it's a marvel to see what remains of the old town. This guided tour of the area will delve into the war and all that came before. Learn how Dresden earned its nickname of the Jewel Box for its rich architecture, see the restoration of destroyed buildings like the Hofkirche, and explore the exterior and interior of the magnificent Frauenkirche.
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Dresden Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Meetingpoint: In the Old Town Duration: 2h Maximum 25 participants per Guide You will learn about: • the fascinating history and stunning architecture of this old german city • about the rise of the city into a major cultural center before it met its tragic fate during WWII • The history of the Catholic Court Church • The lifestory of King Augustus the Strong, who desired to be King of Poland and converted to Catholicism • The last King of Saxony, Princess Maria Carolina of Savoy, wife of Anthony of Saxony. • long history of musical premieres from Semper Opera House, including major works by Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss. • how the city return to grandeur from the ashes of the 1945 allied bombing • about the baroque and rennaissance architecture of the city. • the story of the oldest Royal House of Europe, House of Wettin
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TimeRide Dresden: Entry Ticket
Venture back to the glorious Baroque days of Dresden using powerful augmented and virtual reality technology. Three rooms will throw you back in time, each offering a unique perspective on what life was like in Germany 300 years ago. In the final room, you'll step into a coach that may as well be magic. Using VR, you'll be taken to Zwinger palace to witness the wedding of Augustus III of Poland to Maria Josepha of Austria. Get ready for a Baroque blast from the past.
