==== Steam boat ride on the river ====
Right in front of the '''Muenzgasse''' exit to the river, there is a '''historic steam boat fleet''' (https://www.dresden.de/en/tourism/attractions/sights/city_region/saxon-steamship-company.php) that offers excursions up the river. With some luck, you may get same day tickets if you're early, otherwise reserve for the next day. Make sure to get a trip on one of the old steam ships, not the more modern diesel powered ships. A trip up to '''Pillnitz castle''' (and back) gives you some nice views of Dresden along the river and takes about 3 hours or so.
==== Canaletto view ====
Head across the stone bridge, and head towards the left along the river. The view you're seeing there is called the '''Canaletto view''', painted by Canaletto back in 1776.
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