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.