Nuremberg Old Town Travel Guide
Nuremberg
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.
Things to do
Nuremberg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Nuremberg Old Town and Nazi Rally Grounds Tour with Lunch Break
City tour through Nuremberg with the Bimmelbahn
Nuremberg Medieval Old Town Walking Tour in English
Top hotels in Nuremberg Old Town
Holiday Inn Nürnberg City Centre by IHG
"Great location, friendly Staff, nice amenities"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Nuremberg
"It’s great value for money being perfectly located for a holiday or business in Nürnberg. Clean, spacious, comfortable & being able to self cater / wash with kitchen & laundry in the apartment is gold. My only quibble is the about the steps in the pool area which when wet are slippery as glass, hence ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Sorat Hotel Saxx Nürnberg
"Good central location. Walkable to restaurants and shopping and sites"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Karl August - a Neighborhood Hotel
"Everything was good"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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 Jun 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 Jun 2026
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.
