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Porzellansammlung

Porcelain Collection

A unique collection showcasing the obsession with "white gold" during the 18th century. It features thousands of exquisite pieces from China, Japan, and the first European porcelain factory in Meißen, founded by Augustus the Strong. The collection will be closed for renovation from 07 September to 30 October 2026.

Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00, Mon closed
Price: Individual tickets: adults €6, reduced €4.50, under 17 free
Website: porzellansammlung.skd.museum (opens in a new tab)

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Zwinger Palace
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).
Closed · opens 6 am tomorrowEntry 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
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Grünes Gewölbe
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