Nuremberg Old Town Travel Guide
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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
During your visit to Nuremberg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Main Market Square. Discover the area's museums and churches.
Nuremberg Castle
Nuremberg Castle is just one of the places to see in Nuremberg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and churches.
St. Lorenz Church
St. Lorenz Church is just one of the places to see in Nuremberg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's museums and festivals.
German National Museum
You can study the exhibits at German National Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Nuremberg. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
St. Sebaldus Church
After visiting St. Sebaldus Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nuremberg. Discover the area's museums and churches.
Top hotels in Nuremberg Old Town
Holiday Inn Nürnberg City Centre by IHG
The property was a great location within walking distance to several cafes, plazas, restaurants/bierhauses, and sights. The room was clean and comfortable. Of note, the walls of the tub were pretty tall, so I might caution someone with mobility concerns to ask about options with no tub. Staff was ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Karl August - a Neighborhood Hotel
A beautiful property, centrally located.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Nuremberg
Clean and spacious room well equipped with pots pans and utensils for cooking own meals. Modern look and feel to rooms perfectly clean. Straight forward dealing with all staff.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Dürer Hotel Nürnberg
The hotel was a great place to stay in Nürnberg. Staff was very welcoming and friendly, the room was clean, bed very comfortable and at night quiet. Was close to old town and sites - right outside door. The breakfast was outstanding with plenty of choices and was free. Great place to stay.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Sorat Hotel Saxx Nürnberg
We had finished a Viking River Cruise and wanted to spend a few extra days exploring Nuremberg. The location was perfect for us. Right on the Market Square.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Agneshof Nürnberg
Great location next to so many things to see and do. We enjoyed walking the nearby castle and city walls as well as going on a tour through the tunnels and secret passages.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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 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 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.
St. Johannis
Historical sites and restaurants are highlights of St. Johannis. Make a stop by Hesperidengärten or Johannisfriedhof while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Friedrich Ebert Square U-Bahn to get around town.
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.
Gostenhof
You might appreciate the historical sites and coffee shops in Gostenhof, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Deutsche Bahn Railway Museum and Nuremberg Opera House are just a few notable stops.
