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Semperoper Tickets & Guided Tour

Semperoper exterior with ornate architecture, Dresden, Germany.
Semperoper interior with ornate ceiling and grand chandelier, Dresden.
Guide leading children on a tour inside Dresden Semperoper, Germany.
Semperoper interior with ornate architecture during a guided tour in Dresden.

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45 mins

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Experience the majesty of Dresden's high Renaissance-style Semperoper on a guided tour, exploring its history, architecture, and unique acoustics.

    • Embark on a guided tour of one of the world's most prestigious opera houses, the Semperoper, and uncover its rich history.

    • Dive into the architectural elegance of the Semperoper with an expert guide, discovering ornate rooms, and unique acoustics.

    • See the 4 panthers on the roof, which honors the household god Dionysius, and see the glamorous auditorium boasting 1,300+ seats.

    • Choose from English/German guided tours to enhance your experience as you hear stories and interesting facts about the opera being narrated in your preferred language.

    • Fun Fact: Semperoper's unique acoustics, perfected by modern technology, allow every note from the musicians to reach every corner of the auditorium.

    • Guided tour of Semperoper

    • Entry to Semperoper

    • English-speaking guide (optional)

    • German-speaking guide (optional)

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from Switzerland, Austria, Luxembourg and over 8 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Matthias Elsner

    Matthias

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Competent guide who was able to provide interesting details about the history of the house.
    Christel Wenk

    Christel

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I personally couldn't take part in the guided tour of the Semperoper, but the others in the family were thrilled. Very nice guide through the Semperoper. It was definitely fun 😁.
    Kerstin Herold

    Kerstin

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    We had a great guide who could combine the right mix of information and entertainment (I think Arnold was the last name). High praise, absolutely entertaining and diverting 👍👍👍👍
    Thomas Schwalm

    Thomas

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Quality of the tour, providing background knowledge about the history of the Semperoper.
    Gesine Stach

    Gesine

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Thank you Mrs. Speck for your friendly and competent guidance
  • Discovering Dresden's Jewel: Semperoper

    Step into the world of grandeur, elegance, and rich history with the guided tour of the Semperoper in Dresden. Beginning at the majestic structure designed in the style of the Italian Renaissance, you'll navigate through meticulously reconstructed ornate rooms, each holding stories of the past. An expert, bilingual guide, proficient in English and German, will accompany you through this journey, recounting tales of the artistic triumphs, and intriguing starry mishaps that this iconic establishment has witnessed. This tour not only takes you through the architectural marvel of the opera house but also lets you experience its world-renowned distinctive acoustics, a secret behind their flawless performances, maintained by a modern technical team, a little-known yet fascinating aspect of the tour.

  • Important Information

    • Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility.

    • Guide dogs are allowed on this tour.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Students with a reduced tickets need to show a valid student ID.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at Semperoper Dresden.

    • Address: Theaterplatz 2, 01067 Dresden, Germany.

    • Landmark: At the main entrance of the Semperoper. The staff will welcome you inside the building.

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