Located in the historic heart of the city, the Gewandhaus stands only 500 m from the River Elbe, close to the Rathaus and Kreuzkirche, opposite the town hall and adjacent to the Holy Cross Church. Famous tourist spots within walking distance are the Semper Opera House, Zwinger, Residential Palace (Residenzschloss), Bruhl Terrace, the famous 11th c. Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) and various museums.
