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Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour: Discover Antiquity and History of Germany
4.5
90 Ratings
Nürnberg
Embark on a 2-hour walking tour of Nuremberg's Old Town and delve into the rich history and antiquity of Germany. Explore iconic sites like St Lawrence Church, St Sebald Church, and the Imperial Castle courtyards.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Albrecht Durer’s House - Original home of famous renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer, now a museum.
- Hauptmarkt - The center of the city since the 1300’s.
- Kaiserburg Nurnberg - The Imperial Castle dating back to at least to the year 1050.
- Der Schoene Brunnen - The “Beautiful Fountain” includes a golden Gothic tower and the famous wishing ring of Nuremberg.
- Nuremberg Christmas Market - Only in December, one of Germany’s oldest, most famous, and most tradition Christmas Markets.
- Handwerkerhof - A beautifully reconstructed craftsman’s market with shops and restaurants.
- Altes Rathaus - The Old Town Hall from 1622.
- St. Sebaldus Church - The oldest church in the city, Saint Sebald is the patron saint of the city.
What's Included
- Local guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on a 2-hour guided walking tour through the enchanting Old Town of Nuremberg, offered in English. This city, brimming with historical significance, has played a central role in pivotal periods of Germany’s past. From its earliest days under the Holy Roman Empire to its crucial position during the German Renaissance and the Third Reich (Nazi Germany), Nuremberg’s history is rich and varied. Gain insights into the city’s history and visit key attractions like the St Lawrence Church, St Sebald Church, Albrecht Dürer Platz, the courtyards of the Imperial Castle and the bustling Nuremberg Hauptmarkt (marketplace).
Location
Bahnhofspl. 9
Bahnhofsplatz
Please meet the guide outside the large center arched entrance of the Nuremberg main train station. The guide will be holding a red and white sign reading "Nuremberg Tours in English."
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Karen_s
May 9, 2024
Nuremberg old city and rally grounds - Paul was an excellent tour guide full of excellent information and very passionate about the history involved. Highly recommend him
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Taniarnf
Feb 5, 2024
Beautiful little town - I didn’t have much time to explore , because I was on duty, but it looks beautiful, full of history and I definitely want to return.
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Bri_m
Dec 20, 2023
Funny, informative - The tour was so good. We saw all the highlights of the town, but we weren't in a rush. Lots of climbing, but it was so fun!
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Romtas
Dec 13, 2023
Recommended tour - The tour through the old town is something that you should definitely do as a guest in Nuremberg. The tour guide explained a lot and was also able to respond well to questions asked.
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Teresa_p
Dec 3, 2023
Nuremberg a city of gems - We enjoyed a wonderful and informative tour with Natasha our guide. It's a great way to see the old town and get your bearings. We returned to some of the signs ourselves at a later time to explore them more. Definitely will be back to Nuremberg again at another time of the year to explore further.
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Glenn
Nov 10, 2023
Excellent introduction to Nuremberg - Whenever traveling independently, my wife and I always try to do a walking tour when visiting a city for the first time. Our walking tour in Nuremberg did not disappoint. It was an excellent introduction to the history and cultural dynamics of not only the city but in the surrounding area. Our guide was excellent and we were never stressed in terms of keeping up with the group. It was a wonderful way to spend the day and we recommend it highly.
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Margaret_c
Oct 14, 2023
Well worth it - Fantastic walking tour of the old town. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. Even the rain didn't dampen her enthusiasm.
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Amylk4958ij
Oct 11, 2023
Awesome and informative - I never knew the history of Nuremberg and it was really just a day stop for us but this tour turned it into one of our favorite places. Nik was very informative and kept it moving. Now we will need to return to spend more time with the sights.
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Maurino1959
Oct 12, 2023
Nuremberg - We went to visit Nuremberg on September 12th, it was a very pleasant trip, the weather was beautiful (31°), we parked the car in a silo near the center and began our tour. Nuremberg was practically razed to the ground during the war, but if you have the chance to go, it seems that nothing has happened, with all its monuments, the beautiful churches, the imperial fortress, everything is clean and tidy and I must say also a lot of people. We ate in a characteristic inn (shank with potatoes, sauerkraut, sausages and beer at will), We concluded our tour at the imperial fortress and then returned home. One of the most interesting things about Nuremberg is the possibility of having several toilets scattered around the city, well kept and clean for tourists
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Valerie_b
Apr 28, 2024
Knowledgeable guide with poor planning - Guide was quite knowledgeable. He was opinionated and sometimes offensive. If he had managed time better we wouldnt have missed the once-a-day clock experience by 10 minutes.
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