Dresden

The shimmering city of Dresden counts 44 museums and 36 theaters and stages among its wealth of cultural treasures. From a historic paddleboat on the great Elbe River, one can revel in wonderful views of Dresden’s scenic gardens, castles, villas, and palaces. An ideal vacation spot, Dresden simply offers everything: botanical gardens, magnificent parks and greenery, sports, a delightful bike path along the Elbe, festivals, beer gardens, and, of course, an inspiring cultural scene. An evening with Dresden’s world-renowned orchestra (founded in 1548), or with any of its other impressive resident and guest ensembles, is the perfect way to enrich a visit to this extraordinary center of German vitality.