Situated in the heart of historic Dresden, the art'otel dresden by Park Plaza is ideally located for business and leisure travelers alike. Our Dresden lodging provides convenient access to a number of local attractions, including the famous Zwinger and Semper Opera House. Other popular Dresden attractions near the art'otel include the Church of Our Lady, Altmarkt (Old Market Square) and the Gemaldegalerie Alte Meister. Our hotel near the Semper Opera House is also just ten minutes from the main train station and is only 20 minutes from Dresden Airport Klotzche, making travel in and around our city easy. With our central location and convenient access to public transportation, the art'otel is the perfect hotel for your trip to Dresden.
Our Dresden lodging is convenient to the following local attractions:
Altmarkt (Old Market Square) A plethora of restaurants, bars, discos, and nightclubs is situated amidst baroque-style castles and churches in this unique, historic section of the city. Between Wilsdruffer Strasse and Dr. Kulz-Ring, Dresden, Germany 1.2 km from hotel
Augustusbrücke (Augustus Bridge) Spanning the Elbe River, this beautiful bridge connects historic downtown Dresden with the city's new, modern areas and offers spectacular views. It is situated in front of the Katholische Hofkirche 1.8 km from hotel
Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) Destroyed in World War II and reconstructed in 2005, this historic church is a major tourist attraction. Neumarket Square, Dresden, Germany 1.4 km from hotel
Gemaldegalerie Alte Meister Named for the "Old Masters," this museum houses works by such famous artists as Raphael, Correggio, and Vermeer. Ostra-Allee and Sophienstrasse, Semper Bldg, Dresden, Germany 351-491-4619 1.1 km from hotel
Königstrasse Visitors to Dresden will love this trendy section of the city that features coffee shops, restaurants and specialty stores. (Leads from Palaisplatz to Albertplatz), Dresden, Germany 1.5 km from hotel
Procession of Princes (Mural) This impressive work is comprised of 25,000 pieces of porcelain and represents the reigns of 35 Saxon kings. Augustusstrasse 1, Neumarkt, (outer wall of former Royal Stables), Dresden, Germany 1.3 km from hotel
Russich-Orthodoxe Kirche The center of Russian Orthodox activity in Dresden for many years, this historic church was originally built in the 19th century. Fritz-Löffler-Strasse 19, Dresden, Germany 01063 351-471-9414 3.7 km from hotel
Semperoper (Semper Opera House) This impressive building was originally designed by Gottfried Semper and was completed in 1841. It now stands as one of Dresden's most prized monuments. Theaterplatz 2, Dresden, Germany 01067 351-491-1496 1.1 km from hotel
Taschenbergpalais Visit this historic, baroque-style palace that dates back to 1711 and once served as the home of the crown prince. Taschenberg 3, Dresden, Germany 01067 0.9 km from hotel
Zwinger Originally constructed in the early 18th century by Augustus the Strong, this architectural phenomenon boasts elegant gardens and fountains, as well as the Porcelain Museum and Armoury Museum. Theaterplatz 1, Dresden, Germany 01067 351-491-4619 1.1 km from hotel
Local Airport:
Dresden International Airport (DRS) Distance from hotel: 8 km north-west Drive time: 20 minutes Directions: Highway A4, exit Dresden-Altstadt, take the exit for the city centre and follow the green signs (hotel route) Taxi fare: 18.00 euro* Train: 2.00 euro* *All fares are approximate and are based on a one way journey
About Dresden
Situated on the Elbe River in the heart of historic and beautiful Saxon Germany, Dresden is a city in a constant state of flux. For years, the city stood as the home of German royalty and, for more than a century, as the seat of power for neighboring Poland. Dresden is the easternmost major German city and was a masterpiece of baroque architecture and design prior to World War II. During the last days of the war, the city was destroyed by a massive Allied firebombing campaign that left the old city in ruin and tens of thousands of Dresdeners dead. Today, the city's ambitious rebuilding program seeks to return the metropolis to its earlier splendor. Sightseeing opportunities include several royal palaces, the world-renowned Semper Opera House, and the baroque masterpiece, Zwinger. Across the Elbe River, the New City boasts fabulous restaurants, nightclubs, and international shopping destinations. When visiting the city, make time to shop for locally produced porcelain, which is the first type produced in Europe and remains one of the city's claims to fame.
Did you know?
Dresden is the most major eastern German city. It is only about thirty minutes from the Polish border and, at one point, was home to the Polish King