Museums in Dresden

The Royal Palace in Dresden offers a captivating museum experience where art and power come together. In the Green Vault, marvel at exquisite goldsmithing and the iconic Green Diamond. The Turkish Chamber showcases the opulence of Ottoman culture, while the Armory displays world-class armors. The Parade Rooms of Augustus the Strong reveal a masterfully orchestrated image campaign. A magical place where history comes alive!

Explore the extraordinary treasures of the New Green Vault in Dresden on this captivating museum tour! Recognized as one of the most important collections of its kind, it contains nearly 1,000 exquisite objects. Highlights include Johann Melchior Dinglinger's masterpieces, the "Golden Coffee Service" and the "Throne of the Grand Mogul Aureng-Zeb," crafted from gold, rock crystal, diamonds and ivory. Be inspired by the passion of August the Strong for precious objects!

Enter the enchanting world of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister in Dresden! Masterpieces by Rubens, Titian and Raphael reflect the artistic vision and passion of August III. Gain fascinating insights into the patrons, religious themes, and masterful painting techniques behind these works. Four centuries of painting history come to life in the iconic Semper Gallery at the Zwinger - an unmissable experience for all culture enthusiasts!

Explore 200 years of art history at the Albertinum in Dresden! This museum tour presents masterpieces by renowned artists such as Caspar David Friedrich, Otto Dix and Gerhard Richter. The Albertinum's diverse collection invites you to immerse yourself in the fascinating dialogues between works of art and discover their intricate connections. An architectural masterpiece, the Albertinum seamlessly blends art and space to create an unforgettable cultural experience.

Discover the remarkable porcelain collection in the Zwinger on a museum tour in Dresden! August the Strong's passion for porcelain led him to collect treasures from China, Japan and Meissen. In an elegant setting designed by Peter Marino, complete with silk tapestries and crystal chandeliers, marvel at Chinese Kangxi pieces, Japanese Imari vases, and exquisite Meissen tableware. Discover fascinating stories of globalization, industrial espionage and groundbreaking innovation!

Embark on a guided tour of the remarkable collections of the Armoury and the Turkish Chamber in the Royal Palace of Dresden! Exquisite suits of armor reflect the elegance and craftsmanship of a bygone era, while the Turkish Chamber shows an opulent Ottoman tent and features the "Turkish fashion" adored by Augustus the Strong. Uncover the fascinating stories behind these objects and journey back to the world of "Iron Man" and lavish "Alla Turca" celebrations.

The Royal Cabinet of Mathematical and Physical Instruments in Dresden's Zwinger offers a fascinating journey to the intersection of art and science. From Renaissance and Baroque automatons to 19th-century precision instruments, each piece illustrates mankind's evolving understanding of the world. Discover how a miscalculation and a mirror sparked groundbreaking innovations - a remarkable chapter in the history of knowledge!