Free walking tours in Nuremberg and what to see
Free walking tours (you tip what you think it was worth at the end), guided visits, night tours, tickets and day trips in Nuremberg. You book them on Civitatis, with free cancellation on most.
Free tours and guided visits in Nuremberg in numbers
Of the 7 activities Civitatis shows for Nuremberg, one is a free walking tour and 6 have free cancellation. The one with the most reviews is “Nuremberg Free Walking Tour” (5,339 reviews, 9.7 out of 10). Data from Civitatis, updated daily.
- activities
- 7
- free walking tour
- 1
- cheapest paid tour
- €10
- average traveller score
- 8.9
- reviews
- 5,538
- typical length
- 2 h 30 min
What to see in Nuremberg
Must-sees
Nuremberg is walked from the station up to the imperial castle, inside its walls. On the way are St Lorenz Church, the market square with the Schöner Brunnen fountain and Dürer’s house. Outside the centre, the Nazi rally grounds and the courtroom of the trials tell the city’s other story.
Free tours and guided visits
Nuremberg has free walking tours of the old town and day trips to Rothenburg ob der Tauber by train. In Advent, its Christmas market is the most famous in Germany.
How long to spend
One day for the old town and half a day more for the documentation centre and the courtroom.
Where to stay
Inside the walls you are a walk from everything. Near the station there is more choice and better prices.
Where to stay in Nuremberg
The areas we cover in our guide to where to stay: Inside the walls and Station and trade fair. See the areas guide and the best-rated hotels in Nuremberg
Frequently asked questions about free walking tours in Nuremberg
Is there a free walking tour in Nuremberg?
Yes: right now there is one free walking tour on Civitatis, “Nuremberg Free Walking Tour” (9.7 out of 10 from 5,339 reviews). They are free: at the end you tip what you like.
How much does a guided tour in Nuremberg cost?
Between €10 and €160 for the paid activities currently on Civitatis; free walking tours are free, with a tip at the end.
What is the best-rated tour in Nuremberg?
“Medieval Nuremberg Walking Tour”, with 9.8 out of 10 from 132 traveller reviews on Civitatis.
How much time do you need to see Nuremberg?
One day for the old town and half a day more for the documentation centre and the courtroom.
Where should I stay in Nuremberg?
It depends on your trip. In our guide to the areas of Nuremberg we cover Inside the walls and Station and trade fair.