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Munich Day Trip by Train to Nuremberg Old Town with Guide

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Munich Day Trip by Train to Nuremberg Old Town with Guide

About this activity

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.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

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.

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At a glance

Duration
8 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Rosotravel - Munich

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch (optional)
  • Not included: Pickup from your accommodation with 1-way transfer to Munich Central Station (in 8-hour option)
  • Not included: Tickets to Imperial Castle

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    10 min

    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.

  2. Munich Central Station

    2 hours

    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.

  3. Handwerkerhof

    one hour

    One of the highlights will be the medieval village Handwerkerhof, where you can learn about traditional crafts and medieval trade.

  4. St. Lorenz

    2 hours

    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.

  5. Old Town Hall

    one hour

    You will cross the Pegnitz river and explore the Main Market Square with the unique Schöner Brunnen and the Old Town Hall.

  6. Frauenkirche

    one hour

    You will also see the restored sculptures in Frauenkirche

  7. Stop 7

    one hour

    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.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • 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.

End point

  • 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.

Pickup points

  • LOUIS Hotel
  • Hotel Lux
  • Mandarin Oriental, Munich
  • Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munchen
  • Mercure Hotel Muenchen Altstadt
  • Hotel Am Markt - Munich
  • ANAGRAM
  • Cortiina Hotel
  • Hotel an der Oper
  • Mariahilf
  • Hotel Concorde
  • domus Hotel

and 29 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Know Before You Go:

  • 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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • 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.

Options

  • 8,5H: Munich-Nuremberg &Pickup

    Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes: 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.

    Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - DEMU012.

    Pickup included

  • 8-hour: Nuremberg by Train

    Duration: 8 hours: Travel from Munich to Nuremberg by train. See Old Town highlights and visit the Imperial Castle, Frauenkirche, St. Laurence

    ,: and St. Sebald.

    Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. DEMU012

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