The Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden (SKD) is one of the world’s most renowned museum alliances, uniting a remarkable collection of art and cultural treasures across several historic venues in the city. Rooted in the legacy of the Saxon electors and kings, the SKD encompasses masterpieces from antiquity to the present day, displayed in iconic settings such as the Zwinger, the Residenzschloss, and the Albertinum. Highlights include the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister with Raphael’s Sistine Madonna, the Grünes Gewölbe with its dazzling treasury, and the Galerie Neue Meister showcasing modern works. Beyond its celebrated collections, the SKD is dedicated to research, conservation, and cultural dialogue, making it both a guardian of heritage and a platform for contemporary perspectives. Together, its museums form a cultural landscape that reflects Dresden’s historic role as a centre of art, science, and innovation, offering visitors an unparalleled journey through centuries of creativity.
Dresden GermanyThe Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden (Dresden State Art Collections) is located within the historic Dresden Zwinger Palace complex in the heart of Dresden’s Altstadt (Old Town). This world-renowned cultural institution is surrounded by magnificent Baroque architecture and beautifully manicured courtyards. Nearby attractions include the Frauenkirche, the Royal Palace, and the Semperoper opera house, making the area a rich hub of cultural and historical significance. The Brühl's Terrace, known as the “Balcony of Europe,” overlooks the River Elbe just a short walk away, offering scenic views and access to other nearby museums and galleries. Visitors can also enjoy cafés, restaurants, and pedestrian-friendly streets around the Zwinger, enhancing the overall experience of this central Dresden location.
Zwinger Palace
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Kunsthalle im Lipsiusbau
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Japanisches Palais
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Blockhaus
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Jägerhof
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Kraftwerk Mitte
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Schloss Pillnitz
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Stadtmuseum Dresden
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Technische Sammlungen Dresden
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Deutsches Hygiene-Museum
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Museum für Völkerkunde Dresden
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Carl-Maria-von-Weber Museum
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Leonhardi-Museum Dresden
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Kraszewski-Museum Dresden
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Kügelgenhaus Dresden
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Palitzsch-Museum Dresden
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Schillerhäuschen Dresden
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Albertinum
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Militärhistorisches Museum der Bundeswehr
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Verkehrsmuseum Dresden
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Panometer Dresden
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Museum Festung Dresden
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Erich Kästner Museum
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Museum für Sächsische Volkskunst
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Semperoper
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Staatsschauspiel Dresden
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Staatsoperette Dresden
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Theater Junge Generation
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Boulevardtheater Dresden
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Comödie Dresden
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Societaetstheater Dresden
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Theaterkahn
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Die Herkuleskeule
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Carte Blanche
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Yenidze Theater
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Galerie Sybille Nütt
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Galerie Ines Schulz
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Galerie Holger John
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Galerie Drei
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Galerie Mitte Dresden
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Galerie Raskolnikow e.V.
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Galerie Komische Meister Dresden
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Galerie FLOX Dresden
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Galerie Stephanie Kelly
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Galerie Kunst & Eros
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Frauenkirche Dresden
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Brühl’s Terrace
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Großer Garten
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Pillnitz Palace
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Waldpark
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Fichtepark
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Blue Wonder Bridge
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Augustus Bridge
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Altmarkt Square
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Neumarkt Square
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Fürstenzug
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Kreuzkirche
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Annenkirche
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Rosengarten
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Staudengarten
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Bürgerwiese
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Großer Garten Parkeisenbahn
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Waldpark Blasewitz
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Promenadenring
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Lingnerschloss
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Neustadt district
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Cathedral St. Trinitatis
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Goldener Reiter
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Königstraße
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Neustädter Markt
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Botanischer Garten Dresden
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Alaunpark
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Dresdner Heide
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Elbufer
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Kronentor
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Nymphenbad
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Schlossplatz
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Zoo Dresden
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Rundbrunnen goldene Reiter Blick
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Sternwarte Dresden-Gönnsdorf
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