Zwinger Dresden

The Dresden Zwinger

www.der-dresdner-zwinger.de
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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 … See more

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Jul 14, 2024
This Baroque style palace complex was originally built in the 1700s but like most of the historical buildings in Dresden it was almost completely destroyed by the 1945 Valentines Day bombing near the… Full review by Z5544LOpeterh
Jul 4, 2024
Unfortunately, I visited the Zwinger at a time when the courtyard with the garden was being renovated. Still, it was amazing to walk through this place and enjoy its beauty. The pavilions built in th… Full review by PavlaPavla
Jun 30, 2024
Stunning Baroque building, a lot of the external areas and gardens are free to walk around in, its well well worth the visit. Full review by JamieH767
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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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Architectural firm:Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann
Architect:Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann
Construction started:1710
Owner:Free State of Saxony
Construction completed:1728
Architectural style:Neo-renaissance

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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?
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Sorry, I can't help you with that, I didn't see any tours while I was there.
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Hi, is this something you need to pre book?
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No you don’t need to prebook but it is closed on Mondays ... the grounds are open but you can’t access the exhibits.
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Hi i just want to ask if they are open on friday its a german holiday? Thanks
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I would think they are open on Good Friday but Google them for phone or website and you can make sure.
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Thanks for the info on public parking. Is it free parking?
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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.
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Is entrance to the compound where the fountains are free?
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There no charge for seeing the place from outside, unless you want to see the inside or exhibitions.
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