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What to do in Franconia
Popular places to visit
Nuremberg Christmas Market
During your visit to Nuremberg, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Nuremberg Christmas Market. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Main Market Square
Discover the heart of Nuremberg when you visit the city’s historic central square, which is used regularly as a marketplace to this day.
Nuremberg Castle
Explore within the sturdy walls of this ancient fortified palace and learn about the hilltop castle that has defined the Nuremberg cityscape for nearly 1,000 years.
Nuremberg Zoo
Why not meet the animals who live at Nuremberg Zoo during your trip to Nuremberg? Experience the area's festivals and museums.
Würzburg Residence
Relax near the ponds and fountains of the excellent gardens and tour the period rooms of one of Germany’s largest and most lavishly decorated Baroque palaces.
Würzburg Cathedral
Browse the acclaimed works of art and hear the sounds of the 20 bells in one of Germany’s largest Romanesque churches.
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.
Altmühlsee
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Altmühlsee during your travels in Gunzenhausen. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Alte Mainbruecke
Enjoy the views of some of the city’s most spectacular attractions from the ornate Old Bridge from the 15th century.
Areas of Franconia
Nuremberg Old Town
Historic 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.
Mitte
Noted for its historic sites and museums, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Top attractions like Old City Hall and St. Sebaldus Church 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.
Würzburg City Centre
Würzburg City Centre is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Würzburg Cathedral and Neumünster.
Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
While you're in Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz, take in top sights like City Point Nuremberg or German National Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at White Tower U-Bahn or Lawrence Church U-Bahn.
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.
Südstadt
Südstadt is well-liked for its coffeehouses and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Meistersinger Hall and Zeppelin and March Fields are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Maffeiplatz U-Bahn or Aufsessplatz U-Bahn to get around.
