2-Hour Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour with Imperial Castle
About This Tour
Immerse yourself in Nuremberg's Old Town, where history and architecture intertwine, as you stroll through lively Hauptmarkt, admire the Gothic Frauenkirche and...
Duration: 2 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · City: Nuremberg · Languages: English
About Nuremberg
Nuremberg
Get a Germany tour guide from Everest Global Hub to help you understand the dark WWII histories and the reconstructed medieval wonders of handsome Nuremberg city.
What's Included
- English-speaking tour guide
Not Included
- Entrance fees (if any)
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Walking Through Nuremberg's Historic Old Town
Start at Nürnberg Central Station (Bahnhofspl., 90443 Nürnberg, Germany), a major transportation hub in the city. Walk east for about 8 minutes to reach Handwerkerhof Nuremberg (Königstraße 82, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany), a small medieval-style market offering traditional crafts, food, and drink. Continue east for another 6 minutes to Hauptmarkt (90403 Nürnberg, Germany), Nuremberg's central square. Take time to explore the market stalls and admire the surrounding architecture. Located within Hauptmarkt, visit the Frauenkirche (Hauptmarkt 14, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany), an impressive Gothic church with a unique mechanical clock. Also in Hauptmarkt, marvel at the Schöner Brunnen (Hauptmarkt, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany), a beautiful 14th-century fountain adorned with 40 colourful figures. Head north for about 5 minutes to reach St. Sebald - Sebalduskirche Nürnberg (Winklerstraße 26, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany), a stunning Gothic church that houses the relics of St. Sebald, the city's patron saint. Walk west for about 4 minutes to the Altes Rathaus (Rathauspl. 2, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany), Nuremberg's historic town hall, featuring a blend of Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Continue north for 2 minutes to visit Albrecht Dürer's House (Albrecht-Dürer-Straße 39, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany), the former residence of the famous artist. Explore the museum inside to learn about his life and works. Walk west for about 4 minutes to reach the Tiergärtnertor (Altstadt - St. Sebald, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany), a historic city gate located in the picturesque Tiergärtnertorplatz. Finally, head northwest for about 5 minutes to the Imperial Castle of Nuremberg (Burg 17, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany), a medieval fortress that offers stunning views of the city. Explore the castle grounds, including the Imperial Castle, Sinwell Tower, and Deep Well. End at Nürnberg Central Station (Bahnhofspl., 90443 Nürnberg, Germany).
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Nürnberg Central Station, Bahnhofspl., 90443 Nürnberg, Germany · Tour start: Bahnhofspl., 90443 Nürnberg, Germany — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
