Franconian Switzerland Travel Guide
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Nuremberg Old Town
Historical 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.
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.
Südstadt
Get to know Südstadt and its many features like its coffee shops and live music. You might want to explore sights like Meistersinger Hall and Zeppelin and March Fields, and you can jump on the metro at Maffeiplatz U-Bahn or Aufsessplatz U-Bahn to get around the city.
Scandic Nürnberg Central
Convient location. Rooms could have better lighting. Beds & pillows very comfortable. Staff were very helpful. Rooms & lobby clean & comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn - the niu, Leo Nuremberg by IHG
Lovely hotel
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Nürnberg
The hotel was very clean and nice. The check in process was easy too. The room had a good bed and the bathroom was nice. My only complaint and it’s pretty common here in Europe is that if you are an English speaking person tv is problematic. This hotel does not have Netflix or other English options. ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Adina Apartment Hotel Nuremberg
The suite was spotless and ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!! Not only was the suite amazing but it had the coolest wrap around balcony!!!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Apart Hotel FirstBoarding Bayreuth
It was a bit cols in the room
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Eco Smart Apartments Premium City
There was no breakfast. Housekeeping was an issue. There was a broken metallic pin on the carpet. I got heart on my right feet. Very annoying as I had to drive for 3 hours.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
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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
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.
Nuremberg Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Nuremberg Zoo during your trip to Nuremberg? Experience the area's festivals and museums.
Bamberg Cathedral
Bamberg Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Old Town Bamberg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its breweries.
Old Town Hall
Learn about the local history of Old Town Bamberg with a stop at Old Town Hall. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its breweries.
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