Day trip Munich to Nuremberg Old Town by train with guide

Walk Nuremberg's medieval streets and step inside three Gothic churches in one day from Munich

A day trip from Munich to Nuremberg by train with a private guide, covering the Old Town, three Gothic churches (St. Lorenz, Frauenkirche, St. Sebald), the Main Market Square and the Imperial Castle courtyard. Train tickets are included. The 8.5-hour option adds a one-way transfer from your Munich accommodation to Central Station. Lunch can be arranged on request. The guide meets you at Nuremberg Central Station and leads a walking tour lasting roughly four hours, leaving time for independent exploration before the return train.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Müller's Public Bath10m
2. St. Lorenz Lutheran Church2h
3. Old Town Hall Munich1h
4. Frauenkirche1h

Munich to Nuremberg Old Town Tour

• Depart Munich Central Station by train
• Meet guide at Nuremberg Central Station
• Explore medieval village Handwerkerhof
• Visit St. Lorenz Church
• Cross Pegnitz river to Main Market Square
• See sculptures in Frauenkirche
• Visit St. Sebald's Church
• Tour Imperial Castle courtyard
• Free time for lunch and shopping
• Return to Munich by train

The experience

You board a high-speed train at Munich Central Station and travel for two hours to Nuremberg, where your private guide meets you at the station. The guide is fluent in your chosen language and leads a walking tour through the Old Town, moving between the medieval streets and the three churches that anchor the day. St. Lorenz Church holds a carved Angelic Salutation by Veit Stoss and a monumental tabernacle by Adam Kraft. Frauenkirche and St. Sebald each have their own stained glass, paintings and architectural detail. Entry to St. Lorenz is included. The other two are free to enter.

The route crosses the Pegnitz river and reaches the Main Market Square, where the Schöner Brunnen fountain and the Old Town Hall stand. You also walk through Handwerkerhof, a medieval courtyard where traditional crafts are still practiced, and see the courtyard of the Imperial Castle from outside. The guide gives you personalized tips on where to spend your free hour before the return train, and lunch can be arranged in advance if you prefer not to choose on the spot.

Choose the 8-hour option if you're traveling independently to Munich Central Station, or the 8.5-hour option if you want a one-way transfer from your accommodation to the station. Both options include the train tickets, the guide, and entry to the churches mentioned. Arrive at the station 15 minutes early. You'll receive your train times by email the day before.

What’s included

• Private guide fluent in English, Spanish, Italian, French or German.
• round-trip train tickets from Munich to Nuremberg.
• entry to St. Lorenz Church.
• free entry to Frauenkirche and St. Sebald.
• walking tour of the Old Town, Main Market Square and Imperial Castle courtyard.
• one-way transfer from your Munich accommodation to Central Station (8.5-hour option only).

Options for this experience

2 options

Nuremberg by train, 8 hoursGuide in 6 languages · 07:00, 08:00 and 09:00Duration of 8 hours: take the train from Munich to Nuremberg. Explore the Old Town highlights and visit the Imperial Castle, Frauenkirche, St. Laurence and St. Sebald. Expert guide: an official 5-star guide who specializes in this kind of tour and speaks the chosen language fluently. DEMU012

8.5H: Munich-Nuremberg & PickupGuide in 6 languages · 07:00 and 08:00Duration of 8 hours 30 minutes: a one-way transfer to Munich Central Station is provided, then a train ride (tickets included) and a meeting with your private guide in Nuremberg to explore the Old Town and visit St. Lorenz Church, Frauenkirche and St. Sebald. Expert guide: an official 5-star guide who specializes in this kind of tour and speaks the chosen language fluently - DEMU012. Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00, 08:00 and 09:00

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 42 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Rosotravel - Munich

Is this one for you?Book the 8.5-hour option if you're staying in Munich and want to avoid navigating to the train station yourself. Choose the 8-hour option if you're already at or near Central Station and prefer a shorter day. Both cover the same sights and guide. The difference is the transfer logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian.

What are the three churches I'll visit on this Nuremberg day trip?

St. Lorenz Church, Frauenkirche and St. Sebald. St. Lorenz houses carved and sculptural works by medieval masters. Frauenkirche and St. Sebald are known for stained glass, paintings and pipe organs. Entry to St. Lorenz is included in the tour price. The other two are free.

How much free time do I have in Nuremberg to explore on my own?

About one hour is left after the guided walking tour ends, before you board the return train to Munich. The guide suggests places to visit during that time based on your interests.

Does the train ticket from Munich to Nuremberg come with this tour?

Yes, both train tickets are included: the outbound journey from Munich and the return to Munich the same day. You receive the tickets by email before departure.

Can I arrange a pickup from my hotel in Munich?

The 8.5-hour option includes a one-way transfer from your accommodation to Munich Central Station. The 8-hour option does not include pickup. You travel to the station on your own.

What is Handwerkerhof and why does the guide take me there?

Handwerkerhof is a restored medieval courtyard in the Old Town where traditional crafts and medieval trades are still demonstrated and practiced. It gives you a sense of how the city worked in the Middle Ages.

Is lunch included, or do I need to arrange it myself?

Lunch is not included in the tour price, but it can be arranged in advance if you request it when booking. Otherwise, you have an hour of free time to find a restaurant or café on your own.