Gemaldegalerie Alte Meister

About

The Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister, also known as the Old Masters Picture Gallery, is a cornerstone of Dresden’s cultural heritage. Housed in the majestic Semperbau at the Zwinger, the museum showcases an impressive collection of 15th‑ to 18th‑century European paintings and sculptures, including masterpieces by Raphael, Titian, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. Visitors can wander through richly themed rooms—each with its own color-coded walls—where masterpieces such as Raphael’s Sistine Madonna and the dazzling Dutch and Flemish works are displayed side by side. Augmented by engaging multimedia guides and guided tours, the gallery offers an immersive experience that appeals to art lovers, history enthusiasts, families, and scholars alike.

Highlights

• Sistine Madonna
• Jade Collection
• The Dutch Golden Age Paintings

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At a glance

• Typical visit: about 3 hours

Tickets & pricing