Nuremberg Old Town
Nuremberg
Visit Nuremberg Old Town
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. 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.
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
Nuremberg Old Town Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Nürnberg City Centre by IHG
"Great location, friendly Staff, nice amenities"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 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 Jun 1, 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 Jun 2, 2026
Karl August - a Neighborhood Hotel
"Everything was good"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 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 Jun 1, 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 Jun 2, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Nuremberg Old 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 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.
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.
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.
Südstadt
Südstadt is well-liked for its coffeehouses and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Meistersinger Hall and Zeppelin and March Fields are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Maffeiplatz U-Bahn or Aufsessplatz U-Bahn to get around.
