Name: Maritim Hotel & Internationales Congress Center Dresden
Price range: NT$2,719
Rating: 9

On the south side of the Elbe River is Dresden’s historic center, which features art galleries, grandiose churches, picturesque gardens and shopping districts.

Dresden’s Altstadt (Old Town) is the city’s atmospheric heart, a district steeped in history and swathed in architectural beauty. It stretches south from the banks of the Elbe River with a series of elegant streets and stately squares. All but demolished by World War II aerial bombings, the Altstadt has since regained much of its original attractiveness. Discover magnificent examples of Baroque, classical and Renaissance landmarks, visit galleries, relax in pretty gardens and explore lively shopping zones.

Start at Theaterplatz, a handsome square framed by iconic buildings. Watch ballet and opera performances or join a guided tour at the opulent Semper Opera House. Marvel at the detailed façade and ceiling frescoes of Dresden Cathedral. Stroll around the courtyard, gardens and pavilions of the Baroque masterpiece, Zwinger Palace. Its museums store works by Old Masters such as Raphael in addition to exhibits of porcelain and scientific tools.

Study the 331-foot (101-meter) long Procession of Princes mural on the stall courtyard of the Royal Palace. Look down on the palace complex and over the Old Town cityscape from the Hausmann Tower. The Albertinum houses three galleries: the Dresden State Art Collections, New Masters Gallery and Sculpture Collection. Don’t miss two of Dresden’s most impressive churches: the Church of the Holy Cross and Church of Our Lady.

Enjoy some shopping at boutiques, department stores, high-end fashion outlets and shopping malls. Find many of these between New Market Square, Old Market Square, Post Platz and Prager Straße. New Market Square is a fine example of late-Baroque architectural surroundings. Enjoy the open-air cafés lining its perimeter.

Find a moment’s peace amid the scenic confines of Großer Garden. Watch street performers and gaze along the Elbe River at Brühlschen Terrace. Behind the terrace is a series of striking buildings and monuments. Go for a walk along the riverfront promenade.

The Altstadt is a tightly packed district, which makes it perfect to discover on foot. Public buses and trams stop at the major attractions. Purchase the Dresden Welcome Card for free access to public transportation and up to 14 city museums.

Popular places to visit

Semper Opera House

Saxony’s state opera house is resplendent with three styles of architecture. Take in a ballet or opera performance in its opulent theater.

Church of Our Lady

Listen to a vocal ensemble, climb to the viewing platform at the top of the dome and learn about the church’s long reconstruction at Dresden’s major Lutheran place of worship.

Zwinger Palace

Wander through sprawling gardens, explore decadent courtyards and see important collections of art at this Baroque masterpiece.

Old Market Square

Winter, spring, summer or fall, you’ll always find something going on in this recently revitalized cultural space in the center of the city.

Dresden Castle

A former Royal Palace located in the historic heart of Dresden is today a major cultural attraction and home to some of Germany’s oldest art collections.

New Market Square

Our second visit and we really enjoyed our stay. Love the breakfast. Very large rooms with everything we needed. Lots of little extras in the bathroom. Lovely stroll to the centre for sightseeing etc. Transport options nearby.

Reviewed on 2025/9/17

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Other neighborhoods around Altstadt Dresden

Innere Altstadt

If you're spending time in Innere Altstadt, check out sights like Altmarkt or Old Market Square and hop on the metro to see more the city at Altmarkt Station or Postplatz Station.

We enjoyed this vegan curry risotto with leeks, carrots and cashews at BrennNessel, a beer garden + vegetarian cafe on a quiet side street in Dresden, Germany. Be sure to call in advance if you want to sit outside in the beer garden.

Wilsdruffer Vorstadt/Seevorstadt-West

Noted for its art galleries and historic sites, there's plenty to explore in Wilsdruffer Vorstadt/Seevorstadt-West. Top attractions like International Congress Center Dresden and Dresden Elbe Valley are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Schweriner Strasse Station or Dresden Freiberger Straße S-Bahn to see more of the city.

Altstadt which includes a city and landscape views

Pirnaische Vorstadt

Noted for its bars and historic sites, there's plenty to explore in Pirnaische Vorstadt. Top attractions like Dresden Elbe Valley and Elbe are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Deutsches Hygiene-Museum Station or Synagoge Station to see more of the city.

Neustadt Market Hall showing heritage elements

Innere Neustadt

Shopping, historic sites, and river views highlight some notable features of Innere Neustadt. Make a stop by Movie Nights at the Elbe or Goldener Reiter while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Carolaplatz Station or Albertplatz Station to get around town.

Seevorstadt

Consider a visit to Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Seevorstadt. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Walpurgisstrasse Station or Hauptbahnhof Nord Station.

Johannstadt

The restaurants and historic sites are just a few things visitors like about Johannstadt. Dresden Elbe Valley and Elbe are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Permoserstrasse Station or Trinitatisplatz Station to get around the larger area.

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