This place is definitely a MUST SEE while you're visiting or living here. Its open to walk around…read morein, in the summer. During winter, they lock it off so there is no access. You may drive right up to it, park and explore. In the summer, the "keep" is open for a small donation so you can see such amazing views. The rest of the area is open for Frei. This is one of my most favorite and unique places to come.

A gorgeous street in town that still has many of the Middle Ages buildings intact and beautifully…read morerestored or painted. Very few places in town survived after the war and although the city is dotted with many older buildings this is one of the few streets that is quite intact with its cobblestone walkway. It takes you down memory lane and, if you can only imagine what these streets were like in their time, it's incredible :-) A must visit if you are in Nuremberg and you can also walk from here along the river to St. Johannis Friedhof which is another beautiful and interesting place to visit and the whole experience takes you back in time.

If you are into World War II History, this is the place for you. Such incredible, if dark, history…read more Amazingly, so much is still left, I am always surprised when I come back and it's all still here. I am sure it was left as grim reminder of what happened here, and I am sure it would be a major undertaking to remove it. Besides, most of the things that happen here are concerts and festivals, a much happier use of the field than it was during the Third Reich. I highly suggest doing some research before coming here, there are many resources to research, many photos and films. You can walk up the steps and actually stand on the same platform where Hitler gave speeches, incredible and eerie at the same time. At night, it is especially eerie and foreboding. There are also many other Nazi remanents nearby, most within walking distance. Again, research the area before you come and plan out your walk.

The so-called Zeppelinfeld is the location for the infamous Nazi rallies of the late 1920s and…read more1930s. One of the few remaining parts of a vast complex intended as the spiritual home of the Nazi party, the rather battered remains nevertheless still give the feel for the scale of the events that are now etched into history. Standing on the rostrum at which Hitler expounded his fascist political philosophy is frankly a rather ambivalent experience: on the one hand, it feels a place of tangible evil: on the other, the dilapidated ruins provide reassurance that such a regime was, and can be, overcome. The main rostrum site is free to enter with ample car-parking: but there are lots of steps and uneven walkways if you want to climb up.

Funny how folks seem to be surprised how busy this square is. It is Nuremberg's Main market Square…read more Throughout the year it is mostly a farmer's market, but also has some local craft vendors and some food trucks/stands. You have your locals shopping for fresh produce and the tourists for souvenirs. In the wintertime, the entire place transforms into one of Germany's most famous Christkindl Markets. If you are there on opening day, you can watch the Christkindl stand high on a balcony of the Frauenkirche, she gives a speech and officially opens up the Christkindlmarket. During said market, you can purchase ay and all things German Christmas. From beautiful blown glass ornaments, to traditional Zwetschgenmaennle (little people made from dried prunes and other dried fruits). Don't forget to drink some Gluehwein, Germany's traditional hot mulled wine. It's sold on every corner of the market and the entire area smells like it. Year around main attractions besides the shopping would be the Frauenkirche on one side and the Schoenner Brunnen on the other end. The Frauenkirche (Church of our Lady), Gothic brick built around 1350 is famous for it's Maennleinlaufen at high noon every day. Some may feel it's not all that, but considering this clock was installed in 1509 and has been working ever since, well, I say that is impressive. It starts by the individual musicians playing their instruments and is followed by seven electors marching around Emperor Karl lV, each turns to the emperor to greet him. The Schoenner Brunnen originally built around 1390 is worth seeing by any means. It is surrounded by a wrought iron fence. Within this fence is a brass ring, which you must turn for good luck. Of course there is a legend that goes with this, but I'm not telling it here. The market place is also surrounded by various shops and restaurants. Check it out and experience and important part of Nuremberg.

We had free time after visiting the castle. The central square is a busy place even during the…read moreweek. Lots if shopping for souvenirs like coco clocks and nutcrackers. Produce vendors with fresh fruits and vegetables as well as a huge selection of dried fruits and some salami. Food vendors of assorted cuisines of sushi, gyros and Mediterranean food. Also many restaurants on the lined the outer perimeter. We shopped some and enjoyed some beer!

The castle ground is free to roam around. We bought tickets for the tower and deep well for 3.5…read moreeuros. Keep your ticket. You'll need to scan it before and after. Restrooms are free and there's a mini cafe. The Sinwell Tower is 350 meter up, about 100+ steps. "Sinwell" in German means perfectly round so it's up a spiral wooden staircase. We were able to see the courtyard and the view of the city. It gets really windy up here. The deep well tour is every 30 minutes and last for 5 minutes. It's the castle's water supply at 50 meters deep. The water flows horizontally through sandstones and different layers of rocks as a filtration system. Four weeks after the rain, it flows into the deep well and ready for drinking. You'll see a video and a demonstration of the lit candle which proves that there is oxygen in the well.

Cool castle just a few minutes walk uphill from the Hauptmarkt…read more There are tours you can purchase to learn the history of the castle and see more of it, but you can always just wander around the grounds for free. We went that route, and it was a fun way to spend an hour or so. There are fabulous views of the city from the top and different sections to check out on all sides. The castle and grounds are well-preserved and kept. There are restrooms inside and a little cafe to grab a drink and pretzel after the trek up. It's kind of a must-see when in the city. Free castle fun? Why not!

Close to the old (1930's-40's) parade grounds and filled with historical information makes this…read moreworth the stop on your visit to the area. It is educational with great historical significance as it is literally built on grounds where the N@z! party was founded. Great thought was put in to the creation of this museum and after your visit you can walk around the beautiful lake outside or take one of the walking paths which allow you to reflect on the information you obtained from the Documentation Center. They offer storage lockers for coats and bags as well as vending machines with cold beverages you can take on your walk around the lake. If you're in the area I highly recommend you take the time to visit.

During my visit, they are remodeling so much of the exhibit area is closed. But I got a close look…read moreat the Congresshall, so it was still a good visit.