Innere Altstadt
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.
Green Vault
Dresden’s legendary chamber of treasures has been restored to its prewar glory and showcases its radiant gemstone-studded riches within the Dresden Castle.
Things to do
Royal Castle Dresden: General Admission Ticket
From Dresden: Saxon Switzerland National Park Full-Day Trip
Dresden: City Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide
Module 2: Castle tour with new green vaults, parade rooms and much more
Ticket and Exclusice Tour through the Old Masters Picture Gallery
Dresden: Gala Concert in the Dresden Zwinger
Innere Altstadt Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Innere Altstadt
Innere Vorstadt
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Innere Vorstadt. Spend some time visiting top spots like Movie Nights at the Elbe, and catch the metro at Carolaplatz Station or Neustaedter Markt Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
Seevorstadt-Ost/Grosser Garten
Shopping, historic sites, and coffeehouses highlight some notable features of Seevorstadt-Ost/Grosser Garten. Make a stop by Dresden Zoo or Grosser Garten while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Querallee Station or Zoo Station to get around town.
Outer Neustadt
Outer Neustadt is a destination travelers like for its coffeehouses, and you might hop aboard the metro at Alaunplatz Station or Bischofsweg Station to explore sights like Kunsthof-Passage.
Friedrichstadt
The restaurants and riverfront are just a few things visitors like about Friedrichstadt. Messe Dresden and Dresden Elbe Valley are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Waltherstrasse Station or Technisches Rathaus Station to get around the larger area.
- Semper Opera House
- Church of Our Lady
- Zwinger Palace
- Dresden Castle
- Old Market Square
- Green Vault
- Altmarkt-Galerie Dresden
- New Market Square
- Augustus Bridge
- Bruehl's Terrace
- Dresden Cathedral
- Theater Square
- Albertinum
- Martin Luther Statue
- Church of the Holy Cross
- QF Quartier an der Frauenkirche
- Procession of Princes
- Dresden Transport Museum
- Royal Cabinet of Mathematical and Physical Instruments
- Festung Dresden
- Stallhof Dresden
- Dresden State Art Collections
- Hausmann Tower
- Georg-Treu-Platz
- Dresden Armory
- Schlosstheater
- New Synagogue
- State Playhouse Dresden
- Dresden City Museum