Visit the Semperoper in Dresden with its long history and elegant architecture. Embark on a guided tour through this historic opera and uncover the prestige and history behind each turn. Begin at the beautiful Semperoper in Dresden and admire the magnificent architecture in the style of the Italian Renaissance. Explore ornate rooms, reconstructed in the original style. Discover the great acoustics in the elaborate auditorium and learn about the rich history of this grand building. Experience the atmosphere in one of the most beautiful and prestigious opera houses in the world, a truly unforgettable experience.

Take a walking tour of Dresden’s historical Old Town, and go inside the world-famous Semperoper with a local guide. Explore the Semperoper to see its grand Baroque architecture and ornate rooms, reconstructed in the original style. Head to, walk around Neumarkt, and explore other highlights like the Zwinger, Dresden Royal Palace, and Frauenkirche. Experience a tour of the Semperoper and discover the rich interiors and beautiful architecture in Italian High Renaissance style, reconstructed according to the original plans. Learn background information about the incredible acoustics in the artfully arranged auditorium. Enjoy a multi-faceted look at this breathtaking opera house and immerse yourself in its rich history. Guided visits to the Semperoper are possible nearly every day when performances or other events are not taking place. Next, soak in the ambiance of Dresden Old Town as you follow your guide to cultural highlights such as the Zwinger, Dresden Castle, Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), and the newly-established Neumarkt. Refresh yourself with a cold strawberry punch (if option selected). Hear about how Dresden worked so hard to reconstruct its historical monuments along the way.

Discover the historic city of Dresden on a guided walking tour and visit the iconic Frauenkirche. Enjoy a guided tour of the elegant Dresden Zwinger gardens and see where royalty once lived on a tour of Dresden Castle. Explore the history of music on a tour of the Semperoper opera house.  Begin your trip at Dresden Castle and head to the most famous landmark of the entire city: Frauenkirche. Marvel at the elaborately restored church from the outside and have a look at its splendid interior. Continue to the Procession of Princes, a crucial part of Saxon history, and to the Stables Courtyard of Dresden Castle. Get an idea of what these impressive buildings look like inside and see the Taschenbergpalais. Undoubtedly, a walking tour through Dresden would not be the same without seeing the Zwinger. Hear interesting and entertaining stories about Augustus II the Strong, before the tour ends at the theater square with its cathedral. Next, explore the famous Semperoper, the Saxon State Opera, and court opera, on a guided tour. Learn the history behind each turn as you tour the magnificent rooms.

Enjoy a classical concert in the Wallpavillon of the Dresden Zwinger Palace. Decide which performance of which composer's pieces you'd like to hear and enjoy masterpieces at a concert of waltz dreams or listen to Vivaldi's Four Seasons: Fri., September 1, 2023 Slawische Klassik Sat., September 2, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Wed., September 6, 2023 Klänge der Romantik Fri., September 8, 2023 Jubiläumskonzert Sat., September 9, 2023 Italienische Nacht Mon., September 11, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Wed., September 13, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Fri., September 15, 2023 Mozarts kleine Nachtmusik Sat., September 16, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Wed., September 20, 2023 Herbstklassik Fri., September 22, 2023 Walzerträume Sat., September 23, 2023 Herbstklassik Wed., September 27, 2023 Slawische Klassik Fri., September 29, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Sat., September 30, 2023 Mozarts kleine Nachtmusik Sun., October 1, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Mon., October 2, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Fri., October 6, 2023 Italienische Nacht Wed., October 11, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Fri., October 13, 2023 Mozarts kleine Nachtmusik Sat., October 14, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Wed., October 18, 2023 Klänge der Romantik Fri., October 20, 2023 Slawische Klassik Wed., October 25, 2023 Walzerträume Fri., October 27, 2023 Italienische Nacht Sat., October 28, 2023 Herbstklassik Sun., October 29, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Mon., October 30, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Fri., November 3, 2023 Herbstklassik Sat., November 4, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Fri., November 10, 2023 Mozarts Nachtmusik Sat., November 11, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Fri., November 17, 2023 Slawische Klassik Sat., November 18, 2023 Jubiläumskonzert Wed., November 29, 2023 Winterträume Thurs., November 30, 2023 Adventskonzert Fri., December 1, 2023 Vivaldi "Vier Jahreszeiten" Sat., December 2, 2023 Winterträume Sun., December 3, 2023 Adventskonzert Wed., December 6, 2023 Adventskonzert Thurs., December 7, 2023 Jubiläumskonzert Fri., December 8, 2023 Adventskonzert Sat., December 9, 2023 Winterträume Sun., December 10, 2023 Adventskonzert Wed., December 13, 2023 Weihnachtliche Klänge der Romantik Thurs., December 14, 2023 Winterträume Fri., December 15, 2023 Adventskonzert Sat., December 16, 2023 Winterträume Sun., December 17, 2023 Adventskonzert Wed., December 20, 2023 Vivaldi - Die vier Jahreszeiten Thurs., December 21., 2023 Adventskonzert Fri., December 22, 2023 Adventskonzert Sat., December 23, 2023 Winterträume Mon.., December 25, 2023 17:00/19:30 Uhr + Tue., December 26, 17:00 Uhr Festliches Weihnachtskonzert Tue., December 26, 2023 19:30 Uhr Winterträume Wed., December 27, 2023 17:00 Uhr Winterträume Wed., December 27, 2023 19:30 Uhr Vivaldi - Die vier Jahreszeiten Thurs., December 28, 2023 17:00 Uhr Slawische Klassik Thurs., December 28, 2023 19:30 Uhr Mozarts kleine Nachtmusik

During this guided tour created specifically for families, the Semperoper opera house welcomes young and old alike to get to know this important destination in Dresden together.  Parents and children are invited to ask any questions they may have about Semperopera, its history, and its secrets. What does a normal day look like in an opera house with a new performance each day? Experience the special atmosphere of one of the most beautiful and prestigious opera houses in the world, promising a truly luxurious experience for the whole family. A visit to the Semperoper is a must for every visitor of Dresden.

Experience a fascinating tour of the Semperoper and discover the rich interiors and beautiful architecture in Italian High Renaissance style, reconstructed according to the original plans. Learn background information about the incredible acoustics in the artfully arranged auditorium. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this glamorous house. When performances or other events are not taking place, visits to the Semperoper are possible nearly every day. You can enjoy a multi-faceted look at this breathtaking opera house. You will then visit the Royal Palace of Dresden, which houses the Dresden State Art Collections in the historic center of Dresden. The following museums are housed in the so-called “Saxon Louvre”: New Green Vault (Neues Grünes Gewölbe), Turkish Chamber (Türckische Cammer), Giant's Hall, Concept and Encounter: The World around 1600, Hausmannsturm (April-October), Power and Fashion and the Collection of Prints, Drawings and Photographs (for special exhibitions).

Take a tour of the elegant Semperoper in Dresden, and discover its impressive story. Admire the reconstruction, learn about its acoustics, and tales of its history. Afterward, head to the Old Masters Picture Gallery and discover the sculpture collection up to the 1800s. Meet your guide at the doors and tour the Semperoper, discovering the rich interiors and beautiful architecture in Italian High Renaissance style. Learn about the original-plan reconstruction and listen to background information about the incredible acoustics in the artfully arranged auditorium. Immerse yourself in the rich history of this glamorous house. When performances or other events are not taking place, visits to the Semperoper are possible nearly every day. You can enjoy a multi-faceted look at this breathtaking opera house. Once you felt the acoustics for yourself, enjoy a guided tour of the Old Masters Picture Gallery. After seven years of partial closure, the famous 19th-century Semper Building at the Zwinger shines in new splendor. For the first time, the Old Masters Picture Gallery and the Sculpture Collection up to 1800 are presented together in the extensively renovated museum building. The concept of the new permanent exhibition follows a geographical division according to schools and focuses on individual main themes of the respective period. Gaze upon world-famous masterpieces such as Raphael's "Sistine Madonna", Rembrandt's Ganymede or Bernardo Bellotto's Dresden Vedute form fixed points. Then, immerse into an important collection of antiquities is on display in the sculpture hall.

Dresden in a nutshell including a guided tour and organ concert in the Frauenkirche Experience a relaxed highlight tour on foot through the old town and then a tour and organ concert in the Dresden Frauenkirche. Your friendly and certified tour guide will take you in a relaxed manner to the most famous sights in the old town. Look forward to the Fürstenzug, the Semperoper, the Zwinger, the Residenzschloss and lots of interesting background stories and information. For example, did you know that the dome of the Frauenkirche alone weighs more than the Eiffel Tower in Paris? After many memorable moments, garnished with insider tips, the exciting tour ends directly at the Dresden Frauenkirche. Without queuing or waiting, your church guide will take you to your reserved place in the raised galleries. Enjoy an unobstructed view over the nave directly onto the altar, listen to the explanations of the church leader and then enjoy an approx. 20-minute organ concert. Afterwards you have the opportunity to visit the church in peace. Use the special opportunity to pause. With the purchase of the ticket you support the preservation of the church, the activities in the field of cultural and spiritual life as well as the important peace work of the Frauenkirche.Dresden in a nutshell including a guided tour and organ concert in the Frauenkirche

When one thinks of classical music, one thinks of composers - men of deserved fame and known worldwide. Composers such as Clara Schumann or Fanny Hensel are women who dared to do something completely new and risky in their time and thus crossed the boundaries of convention. The piano trio of the Dresden Residenz Orchestra dedicates this concert to these great women artists. Prof. Igor Malinovsky presents musicians who are already inspiring soloists themselves and invites you to a very special concert experience in the Wallpavillon of the Dresden Zwinger. Experience Prof. Igor Malinovsky on violin, Robert Umansky on piano and Matthias Wilde on cello. Small, fine and very exclusive, we will take you on a very special journey into the world of the great female composers on 2. September and 23. September.

Begin your tour by entering the Semperoper to discover the rich interiors and beautiful architecture in Italian High Renaissance style, reconstructed according to the original plans. Learn more about the incredible acoustics and storied history of the beautifully arranged auditorium. With your guide, discover the many cultural highlights of Dresden as you discover the old town of the city. See many notable landmarks such as the Zwinger built in the Baroque style, the museum complex of Dresden Castle, the world-famous Frauenkirche, and the newly-established Neumarkt. Refresh yourself with a homemade summerdrink during the old town tour.