Attractions in and around Dresden

Dresden, the capital of Saxony, is idyllically situated on the banks of the Elbe River and is one of the most beautiful cities. The experienced has always been known as a Baroque city of Florence on the Elbe in the first half of the 18th Century under the reign of Augustus the Strong, its golden years. Magnificent buildings, countless art treasures and priceless wealth in the treasury of the Green Vault – all testament to this great bygone era of Dresden.

During World War II bombing of Dresden’s historic center was difficult and almost completely destroyed. To date, however, and many historic buildings – such as the Frauenkirche – rebuilt, providing a wealth of attractions.

The Dresden area is ideal for day trips on the Elbe River and offers many interesting attractions. Meissen, the Saxon Wine Route or the Saxon Switzerland are easily reached by train or car.

Our hotel is centrally located
between the historic old town of Dresden and the airport and is the right choice for your trip. The hotel is located close to the city to the popular tourist attractions, including the baroque Zwinger Palace, the Art Gallery Old Masters, the Semper Opera, the world famous Frauenkirche and the Brühl Terrace. The hotel is located opposite the new Military Historical Museum, one of the largest in Europe and Dresdens latest attraction (opening fall 2011). Public transportation is right outside the hotel and takes you in just a few minutes to the historical sites. Thanks to its convenient location, close to many attractions in Dresden, guests of Quality Hotel Plaza Dresden, explore Dresden and their environment easily and with minimum effort.

On the following pages you will find various attractions in Dresden and the surrounding area in Saxony.