Äußere Neustadt
Dresden’s most vibrant district, where graffiti, independent shops, bars, and 19th-century apartment blocks come together.
The Outer New Town lies on the north bank of the Elbe. Its 19th-century apartment blocks survived the bombing of 1945. After German reunification, students and artists moved in, giving the area an alternative cultural atmosphere. Along Alaunstraße and Louisenstraße you’ll find graffiti, vintage shops, independent cafés, and small restaurants from around the world. At night the bars are busy, and the Bunte Republik Neustadt (Colorful Republic of Neustadt) festival in June is the liveliest street celebration in the district. From the Old Town, cross the Augustus Bridge and walk along the main street past the Golden Rider and the Japanese Palace to reach it (about 20 minutes); you can also take tram 7, 8, or 13.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Kunsthofpassage
- Pfunds Molkerei
- Golden Rider
- Saxon Steamship Company Paddle Steamers
- Bundeswehr Military History Museum
- Albertinum
- Brühl's Terrace
- Frauenkirche & Neumarkt