Nuremberg

Travel Guide

Nuremberg featuring heritage elements, a bridge and a river or creek
Nuremberg featuring a river or creek, a bridge and heritage elements
Nuremberg featuring a city, heritage elements and a sunset
Nuremberg showing heritage elements
Nuremberg which includes heritage elements and a sunset

Stroll through a city with a grand and turbulent history, where an imperial fortress overlooks visionary museums and the deep scars of World War II.

Explore the streets of Nuremberg’s Old Town (Altstadt) to find a millennium of history written on the ancient city walls. A stronghold of the Holy Roman Empire, the stunning city contains Gothic churches and medieval structures amid solemn reminders of World War II and the Nazi regime. Discover Nuremberg’s commitment to renewal by investigating its restored monuments and modern museums.

The Old Town is split into two main districts within medieval city walls. On the northern side of the Pegnitz River, find the historic district of St. Sebald in Mitte. This area contains the Main Market SquareOpens in a new window (Nürnberger Hauptmarkt), and heart of the community for many Nuremberg residents. Visit daily and seasonal markets held here and study the remarkable surrounding architecture, including the noteworthy St. Sebaldus ChurchOpens in a new window and FrauenkircheOpens in a new window. Farther north, visit the hilltop fortress of Nuremberg CastleOpens in a new window and a museum within the former house of artist Albrecht Dürer.

South of the river, historic riverfront structures have weathered the centuries. Look for St. Lorenz ChurchOpens in a new window near the charming handicraft workshops in the medieval HandwerkerhofOpens in a new window. Try local specialties of gingerbread and roasted bratwurst, as well as Franconian wines and beers. Nearby, the New MuseumOpens in a new window houses a stunning collection of contemporary art and design from 1945 till today. Stop at the Toy Museum and the German National MuseumOpens in a new window.

Travel to the city’s southeastern corner to discover local Nazi history. Explore the enormous ReichsparteitagsgelaendeOpens in a new window rally grounds and the comprehensive exhibition, Fascination and Terror, within the Dokumentationszentrum building, a landmark example of Nazi architecture. The trials of Nazi war criminals occurred in the Nuremberg Palace of JusticeOpens in a new window and are commemorated with a permanent exhibition.

Nuremberg is located in the state of Bavaria in south-central Germany. Comprehensive rail, bus and tram networks serve the city. Explore the Old Town easily on foot. Reach Nuremberg via train to its Hauptbahnhof (Main Railway) station or its domestic airport. Get a closer look at German history and experience the rich traditions of Franconia in Nuremberg.

Where to stay in Nuremberg

Heilig Geist Spital featuring heritage elements and a river or creek

Nuremberg Old Town

4.5/5(208 area reviews)

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.

Nuremberg Old Town
Nuremberg which includes a bridge, heritage elements and a river or creek

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.

Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
Nuremberg showing heritage elements

Mitte

4/5(170 area reviews)

Noted for its historic sites and museums, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Top attractions like Old City Hall and St. Sebaldus Church 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.

Mitte
Nuremberg showing a sunset and heritage elements

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.

Altstadt - Sankt Sebald
Reichsparteitagsgebaude

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.

Dutzendteich
Default Image

Südstadt

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Südstadt
Scandic Nürnberg Central
Scandic Nürnberg Central
Frauentorgraben 11, Nuremberg, BY
The price is ¥12,723 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
¥12,723
¥13,614 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Nuremberg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (460 reviews)
"Loved the stay"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Scandic Nürnberg Central
NOVINA HOTEL Südwestpark Nürnberg
NOVINA HOTEL Südwestpark Nürnberg
4 out of 5
Suedwestpark 5, Nuremberg, BY
The price is ¥11,478 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥11,478
¥12,281 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nuremberg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (927 reviews)
"Hotel is good one, located near to public transport although it is in outskirts of the city. Rooms are adequately sized. The toilet was not clean when we arrived but was promptly cleaned when we contacted reception. Otherwise everything was fine. Breakfast is good too but for Vegetarian, there not ..."

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

NOVINA HOTEL Südwestpark Nürnberg
Premier Inn Nürnberg City Opernhaus
Premier Inn Nürnberg City Opernhaus
Frauentorgraben 53, Nuremberg, Bavaria
The price is ¥9,407 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
¥9,407
¥10,066 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Nuremberg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuremberg Christmas Market and Nuremberg ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
"Was in a great area. Staff was very helpful and spoke great English."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Premier Inn Nürnberg City Opernhaus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Eco Smart Apartments Premium City
Eco Smart Apartments Premium City
Breitscheidstraße 58, Nuremberg, BY
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Nuremberg. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuremberg Christmas ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
Great alternative to hotel in Nuremberg
"A fairly new and updated property with all the conveniences including digital keys for all doors, fast wifi, good controllable heating, dishwasher, large fridge, rain shower, balcony, laundry room for pay with an app. Bedding for the sofa bed was also available and ready. This apartment faced the ..."

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2024

Eco Smart Apartments Premium City
Brera Serviced Apartments Nürnberg
Brera Serviced Apartments Nürnberg
Am Plärrer 2, Nuremberg
Stay at this apartment in Nuremberg. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Nuremberg Christmas Market and Nuremberg ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (43 reviews)
Wonderful Location, Complicated Check-in
"The hotel is in a great spot, right near the old city. Rooms are in good condition and the kitchen is well stocked with plates, pans and cutlery. The only complaint about the room would be a slightly spartan bedspread with only 2 pillows, one blanket and no sheets for a bed meant to sleep two. The ..."

Reviewed on May 6, 2025

Brera Serviced Apartments Nürnberg
limehome Nuremberg Celtisplatz
limehome Nuremberg Celtisplatz
Celtispl. 6, Nuremberg, BY
Stay at this aparthotel in Nuremberg. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Nuremberg Christmas Market and Nuremberg ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
"Very close to main train station in Nuremberg. Quiet block."

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2025

limehome Nuremberg Celtisplatz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Reviews of Nuremberg

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
185
5 - Excellent 65%
4 - Good
90
4 - Good 31%
3 - Okay
11
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful place to visit! Lots to do, great food, many museums of interest.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I wish the Christmas Market was still going on but other than that it was a pleasant trip!

5/5 - Excellent

Manuel

Loved the City

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice City if you avoid Opernhaus Apartmernts

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Absolutely love the Christmas Market. Also found the DocumentCenter and Courtroom 66 quite fascinating. Needed more than one day to see all the sights.

5/5 - Excellent

HanneP

The Old Town of the city is beautiful, fascinating history, plenty of shopping and dining opportunities, very walkable as many streets downtown are closed to motor traffic. Excellent public transportation system.

Cities near Nuremberg