Things to do in Nuremberg

With over half a million inhabitants, historic Nuremberg is the second largest city in Bavaria, so it’ll be no surprise to hear that it’s bursting with fun things to do throughout the year. Whether you’re visiting one of the city’s top museums, attending famous events like the Blue Night festival, or exploring the iconic Old Town and landmarks like the Imperial Castle, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained. Plus, don’t miss out on the popular Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, often voted as one of the best Christmas markets in Germany!

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Attractions

Whether you’re visiting the Frauenkirche, Kaiserburg or Albrecht Dürer's house, the historic old town is packed with exciting places to visit in Nuremberg. The city also offers an exciting mix of museums, and families won’t want to miss a trip to the zoo.

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Activities

As well as a wide range of activity centres and swimming pools, Nuremberg is an ideal base for hikes or bike tours in Nuremberg, plus the Steigerwald and Franconian Switzerland. Kids will love a fun trip to the PLAYMOBIL®-Fun Park too!

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Culture

From cinemas and theatres to famous open-air concerts, you won’t be disappointed when you’re looking for entertainment in Nuremberg. Why not visit the exciting Consumenta trade fair that takes place in the exhibition centre every year?

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Places to eat

When you think of eating in Nuremberg, the first things that probably come to mind are the Nuremberg bratwurst and the Nuremberg Lebkuchen – tasty local gingerbread treats. But that’s just the start of what you can look forward to tasting throughout your trip.

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Nightlife

Nuremberg's nightlife has plenty to please. Throughout the summer, you can look forward to visiting beer gardens like Hexenhäusle for a traditional local beer, and all year round, locals and visitors alike flock to nearby nightclubs, cocktail bars or live music venues.

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