Altstadt - Sankt Sebald
Nuremberg
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Popular places to visit
Nuremberg Christmas Market
During your visit to Nuremberg, you can search for that perfect souvenir 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. 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.
Frauenkirche
Be awed by the intricate detail of this brick Gothic church and join the crowds at midday to watch the 16th-century “running men” on the façade’s mechanical clock.
Heilig Geist Spital
View a preserved medieval hospital sitting picturesquely over the waters of the Pegnitz River during your walking tour of Nuremberg’s historic city center.
Things to do
City tour through Nuremberg with the Bimmelbahn
Nuremberg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Nuremberg Old Town and Rally Grounds English Tour w Lunch Break
"Rotes Bier" and "Blaue Zipfel". A historical-culinary walk
Nuremberg Medieval Old Town Walking Tour in English
Nuremberg: Tunnels and Secret Passages in the City Wall Tour
Altstadt - Sankt Sebald Hotel Deals
Sorat Hotel Saxx Nürnberg
"about a 7 minute walk from the train station....also it is located on the town square so there are many resturants to choose from"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Karl August - a Neighborhood Hotel
"As a solo traveler, I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. The hotel was incredibly clean, comfortable, and felt very safe throughout my visit. The location was excellent, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and local attractions, making it easy to explore the area on my own. The staff ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Dürer Hotel Nürnberg
"This is a very nice hotel. The breakfast was very good. Lots of choices and very good coffee. The location is perfect for exploring the castle and is close to other tourist attractions."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Hotel Agneshof Nürnberg
"Lovely breakfast and staff, shame no kettle in the room."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Hotel Elch Boutique
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Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Burghotel Nürnberg
"The room size/balcony were amazing. Tea pot in the room was a bonus. Staff was very helpful. Was not there long enough to enjoy the pool or sauna."
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Altstadt - Sankt Sebald
Mitte
Noted for its historic 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.
Nuremberg Old Town
Historic 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 Lorenz
While you're in Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz, take in top sights like City Point Nuremberg or German National Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at White Tower U-Bahn or Lawrence Church U-Bahn.
Marienvorstadt
If you're passing through Marienvorstadt, you may want to check out its historic sites. From there, jump on the metro at Nuremburg Dürrenhof S-Bahn to see more of the area.
Bielingplatz
Though Bielingplatz might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Albrecht Duerer House and Old City Hall.
Gostenhof
Well-liked for its historic sites and coffeehouses, you might stop by Deutsche Bahn Railway Museum and Nuremberg Opera House while you're exploring Gostenhof and the surrounding neighborhoods.
