Nuremberg Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nuremberg Old Town
Popular places to visit
Nuremberg Christmas Market
During your visit to Nuremberg, you can do some window-shopping at Nuremberg Christmas Market. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Main Market Square
Discover the heart of Nuremberg when you visit the city’s historic central square, which is used regularly as a marketplace to this day.
Nuremberg Castle
Explore within the sturdy walls of this ancient fortified palace and learn about the hilltop castle that has defined the Nuremberg cityscape for nearly 1,000 years.
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.
St. Sebaldus Church
Learn about Nuremberg’s patron saint in the city’s oldest parish church, a 13th-century basilica beautifully restored after extensive damage in World War II.
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.
Activities
Nuremberg Old Town and Rally Grounds English Tour w Lunch Break
City tour through Nuremberg with the Bimmelbahn
Nuremberg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Nuremberg Medieval Old Town Walking Tour in English
"Rotes Bier" and "Blaue Zipfel". A historical-culinary walk
Nuremberg: Tunnels and Secret Passages in the City Wall Tour
Our pick of the best Nuremberg Old Town Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Nürnberg City Centre by IHG
"Great location, friendly Staff, nice amenities"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Nuremberg
"We were traveling as a family and had two rooms. Having a kitchenette was very handy. The rooms were a great size especially on European standards. The location was perfect. The only thing I would add is the washer/dryer took forever and the instructions on the TV DID NOT match the machine. It got ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Sorat Hotel Saxx Nürnberg
"The hotel is at a great location and has easy parking. I was especially happy about the air conditioned room, which is not typical in Germany."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Karl August - a Neighborhood Hotel
"Everything was good"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Dürer Hotel Nürnberg
"Great location! The staff were very friendly! Breakfast is an amazing spread of food from pastries to yogurt and toppings to eggs, bacon, cheeses and sliced ham. The bath tub is perfect for smoking after a long dayof hiking through Old Town."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Victoria
"Perfection in every way!! We will not hesitate to go back. Best location in Nurnberg close to train station in the heart of old town, quiet and elegant. Helpful staff and delicious breakfast buffet with variety of items for all tastes; the food is nicely arranged, prepared fresh, with vegan and vegetarian ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Nuremberg Old Town
Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
If you're spending time in Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz, check out sights like City Point Nuremberg or German National Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at White Tower U-Bahn or Lawrence Church U-Bahn.
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.
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.
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.
Dutzendteich
While you're in Dutzendteich, take in top sights like Nuremberg Arena and jump on the metro at Messe U-Bahn to see more of the city.
