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Munich Day Trip by Train to Nuremberg Old Town with Guide

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Overview

Discover the imperial history and heritage of Nuremberg with a Local Guide. Explore its historic Old Town and the medieval walls of the Imperial Castle, and visit 3 Gothic Churches: St. Lorenz, St. Sebaldus and Frauenkirche. Travel from Munich by train.

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8-hour: Day Trip from Munich to Nuremberg
Travel from Munich by train (tickets included) and meet your Private Guide in Nuremberg to explore the Old Town, visit St. Lorenz Church, Frauenkirche, and St. Sebald, and see the Imperial Castle (outside only).

8,5-hour: Day Trip from Munich to Nuremberg & Pickup Service
Enjoy a 1-way transfer to Munich Central Station, travel by train (tickets included) and meet your Private Guide in Nuremberg to explore the Old Town, visit St. Lorenz Church, Frauenkirche, and St. Sebald.

Discover the charms of Nuremberg, a medieval city soaked in history and a prominent hub for art and culture.

What's Included

  • Private Day Trip from Munich to Nuremberg's Old Town by Train (optional transfers)
  • Return train tickets from Munich to Nuremberg
  • Entrance fee to St. Lorenz Church
  • Lunch (optional)
  • Pickup from your accommodation with 1-way transfer to Munich Central Station (in 8-hour option)
  • Tickets to Imperial Castle
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Meeting and Pickup

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Bayerstraße 10A
80335 München, Germany

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What To Expect

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Munich Central Station

The train departs from Munich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich. The guide will meet the clients at Central Station Nuremberg, Bahnhofspl. 9, 90443 Nuremberg.
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Munich Central Station

The 8-hour option includes a 2-hour train journey from Munich (tickets included), a 4-hour guided tour of Nuremberg's Old Town, and 1-hour free time for lunch and souvenir shopping (at your own expense). Your adventure will begin at the Munich Central Station, where you will board a high-speed train to Nuremberg. Upon arrival, a 5-Star Local Guide will take you on a walking tour of the Old Town, where great history and architecture await you at every turn.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Handwerkerhof

One of the highlights will be the medieval village Handwerkerhof, where you can learn about traditional crafts and medieval trade.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

St. Lawrence Church

The Old Town is also known for its stunning Gothic monuments such as St. Lorenz Church, which houses the carving of the Angelic Salutation by Veit Stoss and Adam Kraft’s monumental tabernacle.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Old Town Hall

You will cross the Pegnitz river and explore the Main Market Square with the unique Schöner Brunnen and the Old Town Hall.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Frauenkirche

You will also see the restored sculptures in Frauenkirche
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

St. Sebald Church - Sebalduskirche Nürnberg

Visit St. Sebald's Church to admire amazing stained glass windows, paintings and a hefty pipe organ. The guide will also take you to the courtyard of the Imperial Castle of Nuremberg (Kaiserburg) and give you personalized tips on where to spend your free time before boarding your return train to Munich.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
  • All guests must provide their full name and date of birth when booking.
  • You will receive your train tickets by email. Check your exact departure time. We recommend arriving at the train station 15 minutes early as late departure may result in cancellation of your tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Munich Day Trip by Train to Nuremberg Old Town with Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Private Day Trip from Munich to Nuremberg's Old Town by Train (optional transfers)
  • Return train tickets from Munich to Nuremberg
  • Entrance fee to St. Lorenz Church
  • Pickup from your accommodation with 1-way transfer to Munich Central Station (8,5-hour option only)
  • Free entry to Frauenkirche and St. Sebald
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide from Munich, who is fluent in the chosen language
  • Lunch (optional)
  • Pickup from your accommodation with 1-way transfer to Munich Central Station (in 8-hour option)
  • Tickets to Imperial Castle

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
  • All guests must provide their full name and date of birth when booking.
  • You will receive your train tickets by email. Check your exact departure time. We recommend arriving at the train station 15 minutes early as late departure may result in cancellation of your tour.
  • The extended 8,5-hour option includes a one-way transfer from your accommodation to Munich Central Station. We offer transfers in a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5+ people. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
  • The guide will meet you at Nuremberg Central Station.
  • Admission to churches during mass and special events is restricted, so the guide may provide all the information outside.
  • Lunch can be arranged upon request.
  • Operated by a business

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