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The Dresden City Museum (Stadtmuseum Dresden) is the central city and local history museum of the Saxon capital Dresden in Germany. The museum is housed in the Landhaus and is dedicated to the more than 800-year history of the city. The permanent exhibition of the Dresden City Museum addresses various aspects of Dresden's city history, including its cultural and economic history. The museum displays more than 1000 exhibits in four halls. The total area of ​​the exhibitions is more than 1,800 square meters and extends over several floors. Media stations provide additional information about the history of Dresden over the last eight centuri

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Dresden City Museum
Wilsdruffer Straße 2
01067 Dresden

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 18:00
Friday
10:00 – 19:00
Saturday
10:00 – 18:00
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00

Public holidays: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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Admission

0 – 6Free
Reduced€4.00
Normal rate€5.00
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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Wilsdruffer Straße 2, Dresden

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Exhibitions

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Dresden City Museum Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Dresden City Museum offers visitors a comprehensive look at the history of Dresden from its origins to the present day. Located in the historic Landhaus building, the museum features a diverse collection of artifacts, documents, and multimedia displays that chronicle the city's development over the centuries.

    Visitors appreciate the museum's chronological layout, which makes it easy to follow Dresden's story through different time periods. The exhibits cover important events such as the city's royal past, its destruction during World War II, and its subsequent rebuilding. Many guests find the sections on Dresden's baroque era and the displays about the city's famous porcelain industry particularly interesting.

    The museum receives praise for its informative and well-presented exhibits, with many noting that the descriptions are available in both German and English, making it accessible to international visitors. The audio guides, when available, are considered helpful in providing additional context.

    However, some visitors mention that certain areas of the museum could benefit from updates or more interactive elements to engage younger audiences. A few reviewers also note that the museum might be overwhelming for those with limited time, as there is a lot of information to take in.

    While the Dresden City Museum may not be as flashy as some of the city's other cultural attractions, it provides a solid foundation for understanding Dresden's rich history and cultural significance. It's generally considered a worthwhile visit for those interested in gaining a deeper appreciation of the city's past and present.

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