Plauen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with ornate architecture, a statue of a figure on horseback, and a circular plaza with pedestrians.
A bridge with multiple lanes, a tunnel entrance, and a mountainous landscape with buildings on top.
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A historic church with ornate architecture, including domes and a central bell tower.
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A historic building with ornate architecture, surrounded by lush green trees.
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A building with a rounded tower and large windows.
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Stay near popular Plauen attractions

Dresden University of Technology

8.6/10 (116 reviews)
Walk around the campus at Dresden University of Technology as part of your travels around Dresden. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
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Activities

Dresden: Zwinger Museum Entry Ticket

Dresden: Zwinger Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$36
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Dresden: Zwinger Museum Entry Ticket
Picture 6 for Activity Dresden: River Sightseeing Boat Cruise

Dresden: River Sightseeing Boat Cruise

NZ$54
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Dresden: River Sightseeing Boat Cruise
Dresden: 1-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour

Dresden: 1-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$50
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Dresden: 1-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Dresden: The Original Night Watchman Tour in Lantern Light

Dresden: On the Road with the Mysterious Night Watchman

NZ$32
per adult
Dresden: On the Road with the Mysterious Night Watchman
Picture 3 for Activity Dresden: Guided City Tour by Bike

Dresden: Guided City Bike Tour

NZ$50
per adult
Dresden: Guided City Bike Tour
Dresden: City Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide

Dresden: City Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide

NZ$48
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dresden: City Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide
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Our pick of the best Plauen Hotel Deals

a&o Dresden Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

a&o Dresden Hauptbahnhof - Hostel

Strehlener Strasse 10 Dresden SN
The price is NZ$85 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$85
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Dresden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (749 reviews)
"Very good instalation and the staff was very helpful. The room was good!"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

a&o Dresden Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
B&B HOTEL Dresden-Altstadt

B&B HOTEL Dresden-Altstadt

Budapester Straße 34 Dresden SN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$127 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$127
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dresden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Comödie Dresden and Pragerstrasse Dresden ...
8/10 Very good! (760 reviews)
"Very nice and attentive staff on the desk. Good customer service."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

B&B HOTEL Dresden-Altstadt
Radisson Blu Park Hotel & Conference Centre

Radisson Blu Park Hotel & Conference Centre

4.5 out of 5
Nizzastrasse 55 Radebeul SN
The price is NZ$171 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$171
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Radebeul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Radisson Blu Park Hotel & Conference Centre
Barceló Dresden Newa

Barceló Dresden Newa

Prager Straße 2c Dresden SN
The price is NZ$170 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$170
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dresden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Barceló Dresden Newa
ibis Dresden Zentrum

ibis Dresden Zentrum

Prager Strasse 5 Dresden SN
The price is NZ$101 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$101
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dresden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"The room was small but very clean and served it's purpose. Breakfast was excellent. Staff at reception could be friendlier by at least acknowledging our presence ."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

ibis Dresden Zentrum
Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt

Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt

3.5 out of 5
Altmarkt 4 Dresden SN
The price is NZ$162 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$162
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dresden. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"We really like this place! We stayed here three years ago on another trip, and made a point of reserving here again. It is very centrally located in Dresden (there was a huge festival on the weekend we were there, literally right out the front door) and walkable to many of the sites. There are many ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Star G Hotel Premium Dresden Altmarkt
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Our guide on where to stay in Plauen

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A river with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings.

Altstadt Dresden

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Green Vault to Dresden Cathedral – discover Altstadt Dresden, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A historic cathedral with a prominent dome and clock tower, surrounded by traditional European buildings.

Innere Altstadt

If you're spending time in Innere Altstadt, check out sights like Altmarkt or Old Market Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Altmarkt Station or Postplatz Station.

A large, historic building with classical architecture, a modern glass structure, and a flag.
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Neustadt

Museums, shopping and historical sites highlight some notable features of Neustadt. Make a stop by Kunsthof-Passage or Alter Schlachthof while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Waldschloesschen Station or Nordstrasse Station to get around town.

A large steel bridge spanning a river with a cityscape in the background.

Blasewitz

Check out the historical sites while you're in Blasewitz. Hop on the metro at Gottleubaer Strasse Station and Altenberger Strasse Station to see top sights like Dresden Elbe Valley and Dresden Panometer.

A historic building with illuminated details, a river, and a bridge.
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Innere Neustadt

Shopping, historical sites and river views highlight some notable features of Innere Neustadt. Make a stop by Movie Nights at the Elbe or Dresden Elbe Valley while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Carolaplatz Station or Albertplatz Station to get around town.

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