The baroque palace features a nympheum, many sculptures of Permoser, a bell pavilion and famous art collections. Do not miss the "Alte Meister" - you'll find Rafael's famous Sistine Madonna with its well-known angels there. Three separate exhibitions are housed in the Zwinger. (See below.) The Zwinger is part of the Dresden State Art Collections (SKD).
Open now · closes 9 pm·Entry is free to the palace, but to see exhibitions you need a ticket. Combined ticket for all three exhibitions: adults pre-booking EUR 18, reduced EUR 13.5, under 7 free
Saxon State Opera and concert hall
This opera house is known for its architecture and the Staatskapelle Dresden orchestra. Its history includes the premieres of several operas by Wagner and Strauss. Tickets should be booked in advance, though some last-minute tickets are available at the box office shortly before the performance starts. Seats with restricted views are available at a lower price. Guided tours in German are offered throughout the day.
Guided tours in English daily 13:00 and 14:00, frequent tours in German·Guided tours: adults €16, photo fee per person €3. Entry fee varies for each performance
Royal Cabinet of Mathematical and Physical Instruments
A collection of historical scientific instruments from the 18th century. It features a variety of early precision tools, including telescopes, clocks, and celestial models that reflect the scientific interests and technological advancements of that era.
Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00, Mon closed·Individual tickets: adults €6, reduced €4.50, under 17 free
Green Vault
One of the most significant collections of European goldsmith's work and decorative arts. The museum is divided into two sections, each requiring a separate ticket. The Historic Green Vault (Historisches Grünes Gewölbe) preserves the treasury as it was arranged in 1733, featuring items like the crown jewels of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The New Green Vault (Neues Grünes Gewölbe) focuses on individual objects in a modern, neutral setting, including the famous green diamond. Visitors are advised to book time-slot tickets for the Historic Green Vault in advance.
Wed Thu Sat Sun 10:00-17:00, Fri 10:00-19:00 closed Tuesdays·€18, including Audioguide, concessions €13.50, children <16: free. Tickets for the Historisches Grünes Gewölbe have a clearly defined time limit