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The Dresden Zwinger

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(4.8K) · Attractions & activities in Dresden, Germany

Theaterplatz 1, Ostra-Allee · 01067 Dresden

Open · Closes 8 PM

Days of week	Open hours
Saturday	6 AM - 8 PM
Sunday	6 AM - 8 PM
Monday	6 AM - 8 PM
Tuesday	6 AM - 8 PM
Wednesday	6 AM - 8 PM
Thursday	6 AM - 8 PM
Friday	6 AM - 8 PM

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Situated in the heart of the Saxon state capital, the Dresden Zwinger ranks among Germany’s most well-known Baroque buildings of Germany and …

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Feb 18, 2025

The most important place in Dresden, both galleries Old Masters and Porcelain Gallery is a must. Highly recommended, XXFull review by IrekS119

Feb 15, 2025

A lovely building complex, but it was closed for a few days while we were there and it was not at all clear on the website - the website stated that the inner courtyard was closed until February 14th…Full review by evonwise17

Feb 5, 2025

The Zwinger is a large building, with multiple wings containing various museums (and probably other areas, too). The interior courtyard was under construction when we visited, so we couldn't walk th…Full review by SnowyShasta

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The Zwinger (Der Dresdner Zwinger) is a palace in Dresden, eastern Germany, built in Baroque style. It served as the orangery, exhibition gall…

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I see on their website they offer 90-min. guided tours for just a few Euros more. Is there a specific time for the guided tours?

Sorry that I can't help on this -we didn't do it. I would email the hotel.

Answer by Mo E · Dec 4, 2018

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Hi, is this something you need to pre book?

No you don’t need to prebook but it is closed on Mondays ... the grounds are open but you can’t access the exhibits.

Answer by Tanupriya C · Aug 7, 2018

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Hi i just want to ask if they are open on friday its a german holiday? Thanks

I would think they are open on Good Friday but Google them for phone or website and you can make sure.

Answer by Steve W · Mar 25, 2018

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Thanks for the info on public parking. Is it free parking?

There's a big paying parking lot less than 10 min walk from Zwinger, near the Neumarkt. It is paying in coins, so have them with you. Dresden city center is small, easy covered on foot.

Answer by DEJAN B · Apr 12, 2017

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Is entrance to the compound where the fountains are free?

Hello, the garden entrance is free of charge.

Answer by Sashka A · Dec 13, 2015

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