Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
Popular places to visit
St. Lorenz Church
This medieval Lutheran church is renowned for its exquisitely ornate Gothic façade, intricate interior vaults and spacious hall choir by Konrad Heinzelmann.
German National Museum
Inspect the thought-provoking exhibits of Germany’s largest cultural history museum in a collection that spans from prehistoric ages to the present day.
New Museum
See the city’s medieval streetscape reflected in the striking glass façade of this modern museum, which houses collections of contemporary art and design.
Handwerkerhof
Nuremberg’s time-honored handicrafts continue to be made according to Franconian traditions in these charming half-timbered houses and workshops.
Max Bridge
Walk across the triple-arched span of Nuremberg’s oldest stone bridge and imagine how the Old Town would have looked when the bridge opened in 1457.
City Point Nuremberg
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at City Point Nuremberg during your visit to Nuremberg. Discover the area's museums and churches.
Activities
"Rotes Bier" and "Blaue Zipfel". A historical-culinary walk
Tour del tercer Reich por Núremberg en español
Tour at the Former Nazi Party Rally Grounds
Nuremberg: Tunnels and Secret Passages in the City Wall Tour
Das ehemalige Reichsparteitagsgelände - Geländebegehung
Our pick of the best Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Nürnberg City Centre by IHG
Our first night had an excellent room but it was on the main street side and I could not sleep because of the noise outside. Hotel changed our room and we were very satisfied.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Nuremberg
Room was great! Staff was very helpful. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Sandkorn
The room and hotel was very clean and modern, the bed was a little firm but wasn’t bad for me or my husband. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful! The location was absolutely perfect for walking around town. We had such a lovely stay and would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
ibis Nuernberg Altstadt
Room was small but clean. The temperature in the room was too warm and the pillow too basic. But the staff was super friendly.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Melter Hotel & Apartments
Hotel was in a great location, Christmas Markets all around, we took a private car to Rothenburg ode de Tauber for half a day and still got to see a lot of Nuremberg with all the Christmas Markets. We were there for 2 nights and 2 days. The hotel is very contemporary, clean and comfortable. Only ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Five Reasons Hotel & Hostel
We had a lovely stay at Five Reasons. Our 2 bedroom apartment style with separate kitchen and dining area was more than we expected. Rooms were spacious, all twin beds were comfortable with good warm duvets. Everything was clean, and daily cleaning service was also performed. Shout out to Anastasia ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
Nuremberg Old Town
Historical sites, museums and shopping highlight some notable features of Nuremberg Old Town. Make a stop by Main Market Square or Frauenkirche while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lawrence Church U-Bahn or White Tower U-Bahn to get around town.
Altstadt - Sankt Sebald
While you're in Altstadt - Sankt Sebald, take in top sights like Frauenkirche and jump on the metro at Rathenauplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Mitte
Noted for its historical sites and museums, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Top attractions like Old City Hall and Nuremberg Christmas Market are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lawrence Church U-Bahn or Woehrder Wiese U-Bahn to see more of the city.
St. Johannis
Historical sites and restaurants are highlights of St. Johannis. Make a stop by Hesperidengärten or Johannisfriedhof while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Friedrich Ebert Square U-Bahn to get around town.
Marienvorstadt
Travellers enjoy Marienvorstadt for its historical sites, and if you want to see some more of the area, you can jump on the metro at Nuremburg Dürrenhof S-Bahn.
Gostenhof
You might appreciate the historical sites and coffee shops in Gostenhof, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Deutsche Bahn Railway Museum and Nuremberg Opera House are just a few notable stops.
