Dresden

Tourist Attractions in Dresden

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Dresden. Photos, reviews, descriptions, and links to maps.

24 Attractions

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About Dresden

Dresden gleams with baroque grandeur and a resilient modern spirit, inviting visitors to stroll from the riverfront along the Elbe to a skyline studded with domes and cupolas. The rebuilt Frauenkirche anchors a restored historic center, while the Zwinger palace houses priceless art and the renowned Green Vault. Semperoper concerts echo through elegant courtyards, and the Brühlsche Terrasse offers sweeping river views. Dresden’s Altstadt charms with passages like Kunsthofpassage in the Neustadt, adding quirky cafes, street art, and galleries. For day trips, nearby Saxon Switzerland’s sandstone towers reward hikers, while riverfront promenades and ferries reveal a relaxing side of Germany Elbland.

Frauenkirche Dresden — Religious site, rated 4.8/5

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Frauenkirche Dresden

4.8 ★★★★★ 38,604 reviews

The Frauenkirche Dresden, or Church of Our Lady, is a Baroque Lutheran church in Dresden’s shadowed Neumarkt, renowned for its massive sandstone dome and graceful, oval interior. After suffering near-total destruction in World War II, it was painstakingly rebuilt and reopened in 2005 as a symbol of reconciliation and resilience. Today visitors can attend services, explore the restored interior, and ascend the dome for sweeping views of the city. Expect a soaring, luminous nave, rich architectural details, an impressive organ, and a powerful reminder of Dresden’s history and faith-inspired revival.

Neumarkt, 01067 Dresden, Germany

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Nationalpark Sächsische Schweiz — National park, rated 4.9/5

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Nationalpark Sächsische Schweiz

4.9 ★★★★★ 10,112 reviews

Nationalpark Sächsische Schweiz is a dramatic sandstone landscape just outside Dresden, where rugged cliffs, deep gorges, and forested plateaus create a dreamlike scenery. Hike the well-marked trails, rock-climb on the famous Bastei formations, or ride a steam train to enjoy sweeping views over the Elbe River and the border with the Czech Republic. Visitors can expect pristine nature, rare flora and fauna, and a sense of timeless wilderness, complemented by charming villages, panoramic viewpoints, and opportunities for photography, cycling, and gentle strolls amid the park’s iconic red sandstone towers.

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Semperoper Dresden — Theatre, rated 4.8/5

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Semperoper Dresden

4.8 ★★★★★ 16,949 reviews

The Semperoper Dresden, a majestic 19th-century opera house on the banks of the Elbe, is renowned for its stunning Neo-Renaissance façade and acoustically superb, richly ornamented interior. Rebuilt after World War II, it today hosts world-class opera, ballet, and concerts, drawing visitors with performances by renowned ensembles and acclaimed soloists. Guests can expect guided tours highlighting its architectural splendor, lavish foyer spaces, and the legendary stage where composers like Richard Strauss and Wagner once premiered. A visit combines cultural immersion with architectural marvel, making it a highlight of Dresden’s classical music scene.

Theaterplatz 2, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: Open 24 hours

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Dresden Zwinger — Historic site, rated 4.7/5

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Dresden Zwinger

4.7 ★★★★★ 55,441 reviews

The Dresden Zwinger is a lavish Baroque palace complex in the heart of Dresden, built in the early 18th century as part of Augustus II the Strong’s royal residence. Today it gleams with grand pavilions, sculptured galleries, and ornate courtyards housing world-class collections. Visitors flock to the Old Masters Picture Gallery for Raphael, Vermeer, and Titian masterpieces, while the porcelain collection showcases Meissen’s storied wares. Expect elegant arcades, gorgeous cupolas, and baroque fountains, plus museum spaces that recount a dramatic history of war and restoration, all set within lush gardens near the Elbe.

Sophienstraße, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Monday6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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The Grand Garden of Dresden — Park, rated 4.7/5

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The Grand Garden of Dresden

4.7 ★★★★★ 16,424 reviews

The Großer Garten, Dresden’s Grand Garden, is a sprawling 183-hectare park on the city’s eastern edge that began life in the 17th century as a baroque pleasure garden and later evolved into a grand civic oasis. Visitors stroll along tree‑lined avenues, picnic on expansive lawns, and enjoy serene lakes and winding paths that invite relaxed exploration. Expect charming pavilions, seasonal flowerbeds, and convenient cafés, plus easy access to the nearby Dresden Zoo. It’s a quintessential city retreat offering easy, family‑friendly recreation, scenic views, and a feel‑good sense of Dresden’s green heart.

Hauptallee 10, 01219 Dresden, Germany

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SKD | Old Masters Picture Gallery — Museum, rated 4.8/5

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SKD | Old Masters Picture Gallery

4.8 ★★★★★ 8,337 reviews

The SKD Old Masters Picture Gallery, housed in Dresden’s Zwinger, is one of Europe’s greatest collections of Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces. Here you’ll encounter iconic works by Raphael, Titian, Vermeer, Rembrandt and Rubens, including crowd-pleasers like the Sistine Madonna and other masterworks that define Western art. The museum combines superb, well-lit gallery rooms with superbly arranged narratives, letting you trace stylistic evolutions from early Renaissance to 17th-century Baroque. Expect hushed galleries, a sense of history, and a memorable encounter with paintings that shaped art history, all within a Baroque palatial setting.

Theaterplatz 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Brühl's Terrace — Historic site, rated 4.7/5

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Brühl's Terrace

4.7 ★★★★★ 14,255 reviews

Brühl's Terrace, Dresden's “Balcony of Europe,” is a historic riverside promenade perched above the Elbe that links the Old Town with Neustadt. Stretching along the river with views of the Frauenkirche and the skyline, it offers grand Baroque arches, statues, and green lawns where locals and visitors linger. Built in the 18th century and rebuilt after WWII, the terrace blends neoclassical elegance with modern city life, making it ideal for strolls, photography, and open-air concerts. Expect a scenic, centuries-spanning corridor of culture, landscape, and urban revival.

Georg-Treu-Platz 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: Open 24 hours

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Residenzschloss — Historic site, rated 4.7/5

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Residenzschloss

4.7 ★★★★★ 12,792 reviews

The Residenzschloss, Dresden’s grand former royal palace, rises along the Elbe with a storied blend of Baroque façades, medieval towers, and lavish interiors. Home to the Dresden State Art Collections, its ensembles include the Green Vault’s dazzling gold and jewel treasures and the Historic Chamber, where centuries of European court life are reimagined through sumptuous rooms and restored decor. Visitors wander opulent halls, view priceless porcelain, and traverse centuries of power and culture. Expect architectural drama, immersive exhibits, and panoramic views from the fortress-like towers that frame the city’s riverfront.

Taschenberg 2, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Monday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Historisches Grünes Gewölbe — Museum, rated 4.7/5

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Historisches Grünes Gewölbe

4.7 ★★★★★ 9,117 reviews

The Historisches Grünes Gewölbe, or Historical Green Vault, is Dresden’s premier treasure museum, housed in the royal Dresden Castle. It showcases one of Europe’s oldest and most spectacular collections of jewelled objects, gold and enamel, collected by the Saxon electors and kings. Visitors can expect centuries of court splendour, dazzling crowns, monstrances, and intricate metalwork displayed in atmospheric rooms rebuilt after WWII. With guided tours and multilingual audio guides, the experience combines priceless artistry with rich history, offering insight into the dynasty, taste, and craftsmanship that defined Saxony.

Residenzschloss, Taschenberg 2, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Monday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Golden Rider — Historic site, rated 4.6/5

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Golden Rider

4.6 ★★★★★ 13,211 reviews

The Golden Rider is a celebrated equestrian statue located on Altmarkt in Dresden, dating to the early 17th century and symbolizing Saxon power under Elector Augustus II the Strong. This gilded, life-size figure once served as a political centerpiece and is admired today for its craftsmanship, shimmering with gold leaf and intricate armor detailing. Visitors can expect an impressive monument set against historic architecture, an insight into Baroque royal culture, and nearby ornate façades, making it a compelling stop for art lovers, history enthusiasts, and those strolling Dresden’s storied old town.

Neustädter Markt 14, 01097 Dresden, Germany

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Fürstenzug — Historic site, rated 4.8/5

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Fürstenzug

4.8 ★★★★★ 4,654 reviews

Fürstenzug, or the Procession of the Princes, is a 102-meter-long mosaic on the outer wall of Dresden Castle’s Stallhof, formed from thousands of Meissen porcelain tiles. The monumental depiction shows the Wettin dynasty’s rulers and their court from the 12th to 19th centuries in a sweeping parade of figures and carriages, rendered in blue-on-white so iconic to Saxony. It’s a accessible, daylight outdoor highlight—no admission, just close-up detail and grand scale. Visitors can pair the mural with nearby museums, historic courtyards, and the riverfront for a full Dresden day.

Augustusstraße 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany

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Dresden Panometer — Museum, rated 4.7/5

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Dresden Panometer

4.7 ★★★★★ 6,705 reviews

The Dresden Panometer is a former gasometer reborn as an immersive panoramic museum created by artist Yadegar Asisi. Inside a towering cylindrical hall, visitors stand at the center while a monumental 360-degree painting surrounds them, blending painting, lighting, and sound to create a life-size, theater-like view. Each installation revisits a historical or thematic panorama of Dresden, offering extraordinary scale and detail that reward slow, attentive exploration. It’s a striking, photo-friendly experience that feels like stepping into a living postcard—perfect for history buffs, architecture lovers, and families seeking a novel, unforgettable encounter with the city.

Gasanstaltstraße 8B, 01237 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Monday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Kunsthofpassage Dresden, rated 4.6/5

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Kunsthofpassage Dresden

4.6 ★★★★★ 7,344 reviews

Kunsthofpassage Dresden is a whimsical art-filled alleyway complex in the Neustadt quarter, where courtyard facades become living canvases. Each passage features inventive courtyard designs, from towering yarn installations to whimsical drainpipe sculptures and bright, hand-painted tiles. It’s worth visiting for a playful, photogenic stroll that blends architecture, street art, and local culture, revealing Dresden’s creative spirit beyond its historic skyline. Visitors can expect charming cafés, small shops, and intimate corners where artists display works, making it ideal for a leisurely walk, refreshing breaks, and memorable photo opportunities.

Görlitzer Str. 21-25, 01099 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Monday6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
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Friday6:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
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Cathedral St. Trinitatis — Religious site, rated 4.8/5

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Cathedral St. Trinitatis

4.8 ★★★★★ 3,469 reviews

Cathedral St. Trinitatis, officially the Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Trinity and known in Dresden as Hofkirche, is a Baroque masterpiece on Theaterplatz beside the Elbe. Built 1739–1751 for Saxon electors, it remains the city’s principal Catholic church and a lasting symbol of Dresden’s religious history. Inside, visitors discover lavish gilded altars, celestial frescoes, and a soaring dome, while outside the pristine white façade commands the square. Attending services, admiring the organ, or climbing the viewing gallery offers memorable human-scale moments; the building’s postwar restoration also tells a tale of resilience.

Schloßpl. 2, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Monday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Dresden Transport Museum — Museum, rated 4.6/5

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Dresden Transport Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ 6,919 reviews

The Dresden Transport Museum is a premier collection in the heart of Dresden that showcases the history and future of mobility. It houses one of Germany’s most comprehensive transport collections, spanning road, rail, maritime and aviation themes with hundreds of vehicles—from steam locomotives and vintage cars to ships and aircraft. Visitors can explore interactive displays, admire meticulously restored exhibits, and trace how transportation shaped daily life and industry. Expect atmospheric halls, detailed period interiors, and plenty of photo opportunities, making it ideal for families, enthusiasts, and anyone curious about motion and technology.

Augustusstraße 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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The Grand Garden Palace — Historic site, rated 4.7/5

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The Grand Garden Palace

4.7 ★★★★★ 4,535 reviews

Nestled in Dresden’s historic heart, The Grand Garden Palace rises as a monumental fusion of baroque flair and serene landscape design. Stroll through gilded ballrooms and vaulted salons that tell stories of dukes and designers, then fall into the palace’s sweeping gardens, where maze-like hedges, sculpted fountains, and shaded terraces invite relaxed exploration. Expect guided tours, multimedia exhibitions, and sunset views over the city from high terraces. It’s ideal for architecture buffs, gardeners, and families alike, offering photo-worthy moments, seasonal concerts, and an immersive glimpse of Saxon court life.

Hauptallee 8, 01219 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Monday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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German Hygiene Museum — Museum, rated 4.5/5

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German Hygiene Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ 10,012 reviews

Set in Dresden’s historic core, the Deutsches Hygiene-Museum presents the human body and its relationship to health, culture and everyday life. Housed in a striking modern building, the museum blends science and design with immersive, interactive galleries that explore anatomy, nutrition, hygiene, reproduction and societal attitudes toward body and health throughout history. Visitors can expect hands-on exhibits, thoughtful multimedia installations and temporary thematic shows that challenge assumptions while offering clear explanations. A visit provides context for medical progress and personal well-being, making it a memorable stop for families, students and curious travelers alike.

Lingnerpl. 1, 01069 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Zoo Dresden — Zoo, rated 4.4/5

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Zoo Dresden

4.4 ★★★★★ 18,705 reviews

Zoo Dresden is a modern city zoo set along the Brähler River, combining traditional enclosures with immersive habitats. It’s renowned for its expansive Gondwanaland tropical rainforest hall, one of Europe’s largest indoor biomes, where visitors wander among waterfalls, turtles, primates, and tropical birds under a lush canopy. Outside, the grounds offer roomy exhibits for elephants, penguins, big cats, and bears, plus playful zones for kids. Expect informative short talks, keeper experiences, and easy paths that make this a family-friendly walk. A day here blends wildlife discovery with a sense of adventure.

Tiergartenstraße 1, 01219 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Monday8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
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Albertinum (1884-87; Adolph Canzler) — Museum, rated 4.6/5

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Albertinum (1884-87; Adolph Canzler)

4.6 ★★★★★ 2,457 reviews

The Albertinum is Dresden’s venerable art museum, born in 1884–87 from Adolph Canzler’s grand architectural project for the Royal Saxon Museum and later integrated into the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden. Today it houses part of the city’s modern and contemporary collections, with the New Masters gallery presenting 19th- and 20th-century painting and sculpture in a luminous, atmospheric setting. Visitors can expect expansive halls, elaborate staircases, and sweeping river views from its terrace, along with rotating exhibitions that pair iconic masters with bold, contemporary voices in a richly contextual cultural itinerary.

Tzschirnerpl. 2, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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Dresden Park Railway — Historic site, rated 4.7/5

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Dresden Park Railway

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,385 reviews

The Dresden Park Railway is a charming miniature steam railway nestled in Dresden’s historic park landscape, officially known as the Parkbahn Dresden. Operators run lovingly restored, gauge steam and diesel locomotives along scale tracks through green lawns, past gardens and ponds, offering a nostalgic ride for families and train enthusiasts alike. Visitors can expect hourly trips, scenic views of the park, and a glimpse into early 20th-century leisure culture, plus the chance to see accomplished hobbyists at work maintaining authentic locomotives—an accessible, hands-on nod to Dresden’s engineering heritage.

Lennéstraße 5, 01069 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 1:00 – 6:00 PM

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Schlossplatz — Historic site, rated 4.8/5

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Schlossplatz

4.8 ★★★★★ 802 reviews

Schlossplatz in Dresden is a grand historic square that centers on the Baroque Dresden Royal Palace complex, framed by the Semperoper, the Albertinum, and the Staatskanzlei. It’s a pedestrian-friendly hub where travelers linger to absorb centuries of Saxon history, admire ornate façades, and watch city life unfold beneath the drama of royal statues and fountains. Visitors can stroll lush pathways, pop into nearby museums, or take guided tours that illuminate Saxony’s past. The square’s lively atmosphere, seasonal markets, and easy access to Elbe riverfront make it a quintessential gateway to Dresden’s cultural heartbeat.

Schloßpl., 01067 Dresden, Germany

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Historical city center Dresden — Historic site, rated 4.9/5

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Historical city center Dresden

4.9 ★★★★★ 602 reviews

Dresden’s Historical City Center is a richly layered compact core where baroque grandeur meets resilient, living city life. Home to the Frauenkirche, Semperoper, Zwinger, and the Royal Palace, it offers grand architecture, art collections, and riverside strolls along the Elbe. It is worth visiting for its restored treasures after World War II, with museums housing Old Masters and porcelain from the Saxon royal collections. Travellers can expect guided tours, intimate courtyards, and café culture, all framed by restored façades, making it ideal for iconic city photos, gentle walks, and cultural immersion.

Theaterplatz, 01067 Dresden, Germany

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Kronentor — Historic site, rated 4.8/5

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Kronentor

4.8 ★★★★★ 643 reviews

Kronentor, or the Crown Gate, is the ornate northern entrance to Dresden’s Zwinger Palace, a gleaming example of Baroque architecture. Built around 1711–1716 under Elector Augustus II and realized by architect Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann with sculptor Balthasar Permoser, it is crowned by a gilded sculpture that gives the gate its name and character. Visitors pass through its richly decorated portal into a courtyard flanked by pavilions and museums, making Kronentor one of the city’s most photographed highlights. Expect grand stucco work, dramatic stone reliefs, and prime views of the Zwinger complex and its surroundings.

Ostra-Allee 9, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Monday6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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TimeRide Dresden — Historic site, rated 4.4/5

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TimeRide Dresden

4.4 ★★★★★ 1,318 reviews

TimeRide Dresden invites you to step back in time through a cutting-edge multimedia journey housed in a historic setting near the Elbe. This immersive attraction blends 3D film, motion seats, and panoramic visuals to recreate Dresden’s past, from baroque splendor to wartime upheaval and postwar recovery. Expect an engaging, cinematic stroll through reconstructed streets and notable sights, guided by expert narration and sensory effects. It’s a compact, convenient experience ideal for first-time visitors and history buffs alike, offering contextual insight, captivating storytelling, and a memorable-walk-through timeline of Dresden’s enduring transformation.

Taschenberg 3, 01067 Dresden, Germany

Opening hours · Today: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Monday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Thursday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Sunday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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