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Munich to Nuremberg Private Day Trip by Train including Tickets

23 Reviews 4.65 out of 5 stars Based on 23 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 96% of reviewers | Munich, Germany
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On average, this is booked 22 (0) days in advance.

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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German, Spanish

Overview

Take a day trip from Munich to Nuremberg by train and spend the day seeing the historical city’s highlights with a private guide at your side! On the train you can ask your guide any questions you may have or simply relax and enjoy the view.

With a flexible itinerary that’s tailored to your interests, this full-day sightseeing tour takes in two of Nuremberg’s must-visit sites: the walled medieval Old Town and the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Admire stunning Gothic architecture, and then learn about Nuremberg during the days of the Third Reich while visiting the Imperial Castle, Marketplace with Beautiful Fountain, St Lawrence Church, Luitpold Arena, Congress Hall of the Nazi Party and more. Or, if you prefer, visit to the Nuremberg Trials Courthouse instead (open every day except Tuesday).

The tour price includes first class regional train tickets on the direct train from Munich to Nuremberg for all participants. For an additional fee, taking the ICE train is also possible.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Round-trip train transport
  • Private guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Courthouse exhibition or Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Your guide can meet you at your centrally located hotel or at the Munich train station.

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Bayerstraße 10A
80335 München, Germany

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Munich Central Station (pass by)

Your guide can also meet you at your centrally located Munich hotel. Your guide will accompany you on the direct regional express train to Nuremberg. 1st class tickets are included in the tour price.
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Nuremberg Palace of Justice

Optional visit to the site of the Nuremberg war crimes trials. Please note that the courthouse and the rally grounds are on opposite sides of the city so it is not possible to include the courthouse and a tour of the old town and a trip to the rally grounds all on one tour. You will have time two out of the three areas. Just let your guide know what you are most interested in. Please also note that the courthouse museum is closed on Tuesdays.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Altstadt

The walled medieval city center.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Handwerkerhof

Reproduction of a traditional craftsman's court with shops and restaurants.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Der Schoene Brunnen

The "Beautiful Fountain" includes a golden Gothic tower and the wishing ring of Nuremberg.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kaiserburg Nurnberg

The Imperial Castle dating back to at least the year 1050.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Albrecht-durer-haus

The original house of the famous renaissance artist.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Sebaldus Church

The oldest church in Nuremberg, Saint Sebald is the patron saint of the city.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hauptmarkt

The marketplace has been the center of the city since the 1300's.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Luitpoldhain

The remains of the former Luitpold Arena, site of the infamous Nazi propaganda film "Triumph of the Will".
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kongresshalle Nurnberg

The unfinished Congress Hall of the Nazi Party.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Volksfestplatz

The Nuremberg fairgrounds used during the Nazi rallies.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds

Museum presenting the history of the Nazi rallies housed in the unfinished Congress Hall of the Nazi party.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Munich Central Station (pass by)

Return with your guide to Munich on the direct regional express train. 1st class tickets are included in the tour price.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Munich to Nuremberg Private Day Trip by Train including Tickets?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5992NURMUC_P

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What's Included

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Round-trip train transport
  • Private guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Courthouse exhibition or Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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