Wasaplatz, Dresden

Name: Wasaplatz
Address: 3 Kreischaer Straße, Dresden, Germany

#73 among attractions in Dresden

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The Wasaplatz is a square in Dresden, Germany, a transportation hub outside of the city centre. The area around the square is named after the Swedish-Polish royal Vasa family, and it is the district centre of Dresden-Strehlen. It contains the Hotel Königshof, built in 1888–89, and the Villa Wasa, built in 1903. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°1'41"N, 13°45'38"E

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3 Kreischaer StraßeProhlis (Strehlen)Dresden Germany

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Wasaplatz – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Deutsches Hygiene-Museum, Dresden Zoo, DDV-Stadion, Großer Garten.

1.2 miNW
Museum, Science museum
Deutsches Hygiene-Museum, Dresden
31 min walk • The Deutsches Hygiene-Museum is a unique institution located in the city of Dresden, Germany, that stands at the intersection of science, culture, and society. Unlike traditional museums that focus on art or history, the Deutsches Hygiene-Museum is dedicated to the...
0.7 miNW
Wildlife park with 2000 animals
Dresden Zoo, Dresden
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dresden, Germany, Dresden Zoo stands as a cherished haven for wildlife enthusiasts and families alike. This zoological garden, a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape, offers a home to over 1,500 animals representing approximately 250 species...
1 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
DDV-Stadion, Dresden
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dresden, Germany, the DDV-Stadion, formerly known as the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, stands as a modern temple of sports and a hub of exhilarating football matches. This dynamic venue is not just a stadium but a landmark that has become synonymous...
0.7 miN
Vast garden with sculptures and a palace
Großer Garten, Dresden
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dresden, Germany, the Großer Garten is a verdant oasis that offers residents and visitors alike a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. As one of the most significant Baroque gardens in Germany, this expansive park is an emblem of...
1.2 miN
Factory tours, Tours, Museum
Transparent Factory, Dresden
30 min walk • The Transparent Factory, known in German as Gläserne Manufaktur, is an architectural marvel and a modern symbol of Dresden, Germany. This striking glass-walled building is not a traditional tourist sight but an innovative car factory owned by the Volkswagen Group.
1 miN
Tropical species in botanical park
Dresden Botanical Garden, Dresden
27 min walk • The Botanischer Garten der Technischen Universität Dresden, also known as the Botanischer Garten Dresden or Dresden Botanical Garden, is a botanical garden maintained by the Dresden University of Technology.
1.2 miE
Specialty museum, Museum, Art gallery
Panometer Dresden, Dresden
32 min walk • The Dresden Panometer is an attraction in Dresden, Germany. It is a venue displaying one of two panoramic paintings of Austrian-born artist Yadegar Asisi inside a former gasometer, accompanied by an exhibition.
1 miW
Specialty museum, Museum, Library
Sächsische Landesbibliothek – Staats- und Universitätsbibliothek Dresden, Dresden
27 min walk • The Saxon State and University Library Dresden, abbreviated SLUB Dresden, is located in Dresden, Germany. It is both the regional library for the German State of Saxony as well as the academic library for the Dresden University of Technology.
0.7 miN
Forts and castles
Palais im Großen Garten, Dresden
18 min walk • The Palais im Großen Garten, also referred to as the Summer Palace or Garden Palace, is a Baroque pleasure palace in Dresden built from 1679. It is located in the Great Garden, a spacious green area on the outskirts of the city center.
~1130 ftE
51°1'38"N • 13°45'55"E
Christ Church, Dresden
6 min walk • Church
1 miW
Library
Deutsche Fotothek, Dresden
27 min walk • The Deutsche Fotothek is a picture library in Dresden, Germany, located in the Saxon State Library. It holds more than two million images. Its strengths are in art, architecture, music, geography, technology, the economy, and the Saxony region. Its collection came from institutions, companies, and individuals such as Hermann Krone.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wasaplatz?

Nearby attractions include Christ Church, Dresden (6 min walk), Großer Garten, Dresden (17 min walk), Palais im Großen Garten, Dresden (18 min walk), Dresden Zoo, Dresden (19 min walk).

How to get to Wasaplatz by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wasaplatz:

Bus

Wasaplatz • Lines: 61, 63, 68, 85 (2 min walk)
Heinrich-Zille-Straße • Lines: 85 (6 min walk)

Tram

Wasaplatz • Lines: 13, 9 (2 min walk)
S-Bahnhof Strehlen • Lines: 13, 9 (6 min walk)

Train

Dresden-Strehlen (5 min walk)
Bahnhof Carolasee (11 min walk)