Guided tours through the Semperoper
A visit to the Semperoper ranks high on the top attractions in Dresden and should not be missed. Take a plunge into the sublime world of the opera, learn about its impressive history and outstanding artisan craftwork, while strolling through magnificent rooms. Central to the guided tour are the architecture of the opera house and its predecessors as well as present-day events. As a highlight, the tour duly concludes in the glamorous auditorium with over 1300 seats. The 180-year long history of the Semperoper yields many secrets and surprises for you to explore.
Book tickets herePublic Guided Tour in English
Guided tours in English take place most days at 1 p.m., depending on our general opening times.
- Time
- duration: 45 minutes
- Price
- 14 Euro (adults), 9 Euro (reduced)
- Information
- Tours available almost every day
Exclusive guided tours in a foreign language
A guided tour through the opera can be offered in German, English and many other languages. In compliance with your wishes, we will organise a native speaker or experienced guide adept in the respective foreign language to welcome you at our house. Also, it is possible to visit the opera with an interpreter.
- Time
- duration: 45 minutes
- Price
- Foreign language charge: 15 Euro per group
Exclusive Group Tour for up to 30 People
Enjoy the comfort of an exclusive guided group tour tailored to your wishes. With your own tour guide, you discover the history and architectural peculiarities of the opera at your own pace. Also, you get a comprehensive insight into the operations of the Saxon State Opera.
- Time
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Price
- 310 Euro (including foreign language charge)
Exclusive Small Group Tour for up to 20 People
On an exclusive group tour, visitors stay among themselves with their own tour guide and discover the history and architectural features of the house individually.
- Time
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Price
- 225 Euro (incl. foreign language charge)
Exclusive Small Group Tour for up to 10 People
For up to 10 people, we offer an exclusive tour that complies with all your wishes and individual needs so that you can comfortably explore the Semperoper.
- Time
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Price
- 125 Euro (including foreign language charge)
For Students
Let your students explore the splendid architecture of the opera house while strolling through our richly ornamented rooms. Semperoper Erleben offers extraordinary tours specifically aimed at the needs of school classes. Our tour guides, mindful of their pedagogical responsibilities, have prepared an age-appropriate tour bristled with valuable facts.
- Time
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Price
- 135 Euro (incl. foreign language charge)
- Number of participants
- for up to 30 participants (incl. 2 adults accompanying)
- Information
- This tour is available in different foreign languages.
Semperoper at night!
For a night tour in the Semperoper, the house stays open after the performance and invites you to immerse yourself into the world of the opera. During the nocturnal hours, the extravagant lighting in the Semperoper is particularly festive and all its splendour has fully evolved. This tour is ideal for an atmospheric ending of your evening.
- Time
- duration: 45 minutes
- Price
- 14 Euro adult, reduced* 9 Euro
- Information
- 35 Euro family ticket
Combo Tour - Semperoper / Old town
Add a guided tour through Dresdens Old Town to your visit in the Semperoper. During this guided tour, you will discover the splendid architecture of the opera house and all its mysteries. Combined with a walking tour through Dresden’s Old Town, passing many other highlights such as the Zwinger, the Brühl’s Terrace and the world-famous Church of Our Lady.
- Time
- duration: 2,5 hours
- Price
- Information
- Bookable as Exklusive Group Tour incl. foreign language charge: 605 Euro (max. 30 personen); 435 Euro (max. 20 persons); 235 Euro (max. 10 persons)
*The services are taxfree referred to section 4 number 20a German VAT-law.
(1) Reduced
For pupils, students and people with a registered disability at 80%. Free admission for children under the age of 6
(2) Family
= 2 adults and up to 3 children under the age of 18
Please enter "1" in the field "Familie/Family". Then enter the number of all additional participants in the field "Number of family members".
(E.g. 4 participants: "Familie/Family" = 1, "Number of family members" = 3)