Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz Travel Guide
Nuremberg
Visit Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
Popular places to visit
St. Lorenz Church
This medieval Lutheran church is renowned for its exquisitely ornate Gothic façade, intricate interior vaults and spacious hall choir by Konrad Heinzelmann.
German National Museum
Inspect the thought-provoking exhibits of Germany’s largest cultural history museum in a collection that spans from prehistoric ages to the present day.
Handwerkerhof
Nuremberg’s time-honored handicrafts continue to be made according to Franconian traditions in these charming half-timbered houses and workshops.
New Museum
See the city’s medieval streetscape reflected in the striking glass façade of this modern museum, which houses collections of contemporary art and design.
Max Bridge
Walk across the triple-arched span of Nuremberg’s oldest stone bridge and imagine how the Old Town would have looked when the bridge opened in 1457.
City Point Nuremberg
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at City Point Nuremberg during your visit to Nuremberg. Discover the area's museums and churches.
Things to do
Nuremberg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
City tour through Nuremberg with the Bimmelbahn
Nuremberg Nazi Rally Grounds and Old Town Guided Walking Tour
Nuremberg: City Tour with the Bimmelbahn Train
"Rotes Bier" and "Blaue Zipfel". A historical-culinary walk
Get to know Nuremberg. Highlights in the old town
Top hotels in Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
Holiday Inn Nürnberg City Centre by IHG
Nearby Weisser U-Bahn station, 1 station to Lorenkirch station to Nuremberg HBF, easy to commute to other regional attraction. Staffs wearing smiles on face all the time, love this.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Nuremberg
Excellent
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Melter Hotel & Apartments
We stayed for one night while passing through the city on our way from north to south. The first thing that must be mentioned is the hotel’s location – it is truly central, right in the heart of everything. The rooms were very clean, and everything felt fresh and almost new. The overall standard ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Victoria
Clean room, close proximity to the train station (2 min walk via the underground tunnel), and in the heart of the tourist place.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Steichele Hotel & Weinrestaurant
Breakfast was excellent. Room was quiet and comfortable. Staff were very accommodating.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hotel Drei Raben
Excellent location! Close to Train station. Staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. Many restaurants and Shops around.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
Nuremberg Old Town
Historical sites, museums and shopping highlight some notable features of Nuremberg Old Town. Make a stop by Main Market Square or Frauenkirche while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lawrence Church U-Bahn or White Tower U-Bahn to get around town.
Altstadt - Sankt Sebald
While you're in Altstadt - Sankt Sebald, take in top sights like Frauenkirche and jump on the metro at Rathenauplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Mitte
Noted for its historical sites and museums, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Top attractions like Old City Hall and Nuremberg Christmas Market are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lawrence Church U-Bahn or Woehrder Wiese U-Bahn to see more of the city.
St. Johannis
Historical sites and restaurants are highlights of St. Johannis. Make a stop by Hesperidengärten or Johannisfriedhof while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Friedrich Ebert Square U-Bahn to get around town.
Marienvorstadt
Travellers enjoy Marienvorstadt for its historical sites, and if you want to see some more of the area, you can jump on the metro at Nuremburg Dürrenhof S-Bahn.
Gostenhof
You might appreciate the historical sites and coffee shops in Gostenhof, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Deutsche Bahn Railway Museum and Nuremberg Opera House are just a few notable stops.
