Things to do in Franconia, Bavaria: The Best Tours

December 28, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Discover the best top things to do in Franconia, Germany including Nuremberg tour - Half day, Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Nuremberg, Nuremberg Combo Tour WW2 + Old Town , Franconian Beer Hike in Nuremberg, Full-Day Brewing Heartlad Hiking/Bierkeller Tour in Franconia, Bamberg Private Walking Tour, Nuremberg Third Reich and Roman Empire Historical Day Trip, Nuremberg World War 2 and Puma and Adidas Factory Outlet, Nuremberg Old Town and Nazi Party Rally Grounds Walking Tour, Private Tour: Nuremberg Day Trip with Train Transport from Munich.
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1. Nuremberg tour - Half day

Beim Tiergärtnertor, 90403 Nürnberg, Germany BlackBuck Travels
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Nuremberg, a city in northern Bavaria, is distinguished by medieval architecture such as the fortifications and stone towers of its Altstadt (Old Town).

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Reviewed By Flyer560674

Martin Luther is NOT the same historical figure as MARTIN LUTHER KING Jr. Germany is not the same nation as the US. Martin Luther was the great GERMAN reformer of the 1500s. Martin Luther King Jr. was the great civil rights American reformer of the 1960s. I keep trying to help this organization, but they don't seem to worry about trivia like historical facts.

2. Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Nuremberg

Nuremberg, Germany Localgrapher
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Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here! We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Nuremberg, we operate in over 700 destinations worldwide! We always make sure that every special moment of each client is captured well. We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we even offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. Which means, if you don’t like the result of your photo shoot, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back! So what are you waiting for? Become one of our hundreds of happy customers by treating yourself to this special experience! Your family and friends will love the result too!

Inclusions: 100% money back satisfaction guarantee, The best locations, outfits and other recommendations, A photo session for your party only, Receive edited HD pictures within 4 work days

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Reviewed By just_gavin_here

We booked a Localgrapher for a couples shoot in Arizona. The results were okay at best, and we regretted not seeking out an established local in the area. For the price, we received 60 very average choices and the ability to select 35 shots. We couldn’t even find 35 framed correctly. The localgrapher website is also a joke which requires a youtube video to figure out. The UI is terrible and the photos will disappear rapidly so do not wait to download (set aside a couple hours - that’s how bad it is). But really, just avoid. Hire someone directly.

3. Nuremberg Combo Tour WW2 + Old Town

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This tour begins in front of Nuremberg Central Station. Meet the guide and the rest of the tour group and roam through the city’s Old Town, admiring the beautiful timber-framed houses and cobblestone streets. Marvel at the massive City Walls of Old Town Nuremberg, which still run for approximately four kilometers. Behind the walls, walk past the Craftsmen's Courtyard, where glass cutters, leather workers, gold and silversmiths, stained-glass painters and other artisans offer their wares for sale. See the gothic St. Lawrence Church, which was rebuilt after World War II; Nürnberger Christkindlesmarkt, Germany’s most famous Christmas market; plus Town Hall, German Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer's house and the Imperial Castle courtyards, to name just some of the attractions.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Tour Guide

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Reviewed By 870sherriw

Great tour! We really enjoyed having a personal tour of all the places we wanted to see. Our guide took extra time and didn't rush us and he had lots of great information. I would definitely recommend this tour.

4. Franconian Beer Hike in Nuremberg

Lorenzer Pl. 1, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany Joe Holler
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I was born and raised in Nuremberg and spent most of my life here. Quite some hours herof I spent in the local night life, even as a part time job. As a passionate drinker and enjoyer of beer, especially the world renowned Franconian beers, I have collected quite some knowledge and experience. I'd love to share these with travellers from all over the world and introduce them to the history - and of course to the taste - of these little pieces of hoppy art. And I'll bring the first beer. Depending on season, day and time we'll visit a few pubs and bars which focus on Franconian beer, located in the heart of Nuremberg's old town. The usual starting point is in front of the renowned St. Lorenz Church. We then move between the Artisan's Yard (Handwerkerhof), castle and White Tower (Weißer Turm).

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5. Full-Day Brewing Heartlad Hiking/Bierkeller Tour in Franconia

Flower shop in the train station, Ludwigstraße 6, 96052 Bamberg, Germany Beer Wanderers
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Part of what makes this region so unique is the number of small family run brewpubs that dot the countryside. This particular area is blessed with great rural scenery which passes through some pretty small villages. During the 9-Hours Brewing Heartland Hiking Experience in Germany, you'll experience a part of Bavaria rarely seen by tourists as you hike the 10 miles through the heart of this brewing paradise. The brewpubs are from another time, simple but of great value. Regional specialties like Geräuchertes (smoked ham) go perfectly with the the very much local brews, often served via gravity dispense by the brewer himself. These are beers you're not going to find back home and they'll have you pining for them once back there. -Please not the Sunday departure follows a different route in a slightly different area and hence takes in different breweries and is about half the distance. This option is also possible on Saturday.

Inclusions: Transportation to and from hike via public transportation. , Guided 10-mile hike (shorter version available) through an area fondly called Franconian Tuscany.

Exclusions: We will be stopping a number of small rural brewpubs and all food and beverages are at your own expense., Food at brewpubs is also at your own expense.

Reviewed By Mepickles

Our family of five did a day-long beer hike with Rich in the area around Bamberg while on our Franconian/Bavarian holiday last August. Rich was an exceptional guide for the day, and this was quite possibly our favorite and most memorable day of the entire trip. Even our two 12-year-olds really enjoyed the day despite not being able to enjoy the beer (Spezi was available at all of our stops.) We were able to visit four wonderful local breweries (Brauerei Hönig, Brauerei Hölzlein, Brauerei Knoblach, and Brauerei Drei Kronen) before catching the last bus back from Memmelsdorf to Bamberg in the evening. In between, we covered about nine miles of some amazing Franconian countryside where we were the only people in sight. At one point I found myself simply awestruck that I was walking with my family through a forest in Bavaria on a barely-marked trail, and I was so comfortable with Rich's competence that I wasn't anxious at all and could just enjoy the scenery around me. I can't recommend Rich's beer hikes highly enough... you'll gain lifelong memories!

6. Bamberg Private Walking Tour

Bamberg Cathedral, Domplatz, 96049 Bamberg, Germany Global Guide Services
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Meetingpoint: In front of the Bamberg Cathedral or Meeting Point at hotel possible if central, without extra charge Duration: 2h Maximum 25 participants per Guide You will learn about: • The history of the city • The mystery of the Bamberg Horseman • Archbishop of Bamberg • Emperor Heinrich II and his wife • Little Venice • The legend of the Town Hall • The breweries and the smoked beer You will see: • The Cathedral • Bamberg Horseman • Old Court • New Residence • Church of Our Lady • Old Town Hall

Inclusions: Local Guide who will be with your group only, Private guided Tour, Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot

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Reviewed By kiriban

We were a group of 9 in Vienna and needed a Russian-speaking guide for a city tour. Booking procedure was quick and convinient, the guide was very professional and entertaining. Great experience!

7. Nuremberg Third Reich and Roman Empire Historical Day Trip

Gray Line Munich DAYTRIPS, Karlspl. 21, 80335 München, Germany Gray Line SIGHTseeing Munich
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Discover Nuremberg, the second largest city in Bavaria with us. Immerse yourself in the picturesque old town with its half-timbered houses, visit the landmark of the city the imposing "Kaiserburg" and discover the historic Albrecht Dürer House, home and work of Germany's most famous painter and one of the most famous artists of all time. Nuremberg also houses the largest ensemble of National Socialist architecture - the Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Even today, gigantic building remains testify to the megalomania of the Nazis. The exhibition "Memorium Nuremberg Trials" in the Palace of Justice, the original scene of the war crimes trials, provides a comprehensive insight into the era of German post-war history.

Inclusions: Transport by air conditioned motor coach, Live commentary on board in German and English

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance fees (approx. 5.00 Euros)

Reviewed By McJamesK

Great day trip from Munich. I always wondered why so many fairy tales originate from Germany. Well, all those castles answer the questions.

8. Nuremberg World War 2 and Puma and Adidas Factory Outlet

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Still to this day, in the southeast corner of Nuremberg, the remains of structures located on the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds impress visitors with their immense proportions and stand as vivid testimony to the megalomania of the National Socialist regime. Adolf Dassler (known as "Adi") began producing his own sports shoes in the kitchen of his mother's house in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria after his return from World War I. In 1927. During the 1936 Summer Olympics, Adi Dassler headed from Bavaria to the Olympic Village to convince African-American sprinter Jesse Owens to wear his shoes. Owens was the first African American athlete to be sponsored by the Dassler brothers. When the sprinter was awarded four gold medals, success confirmed the reputation of Dassler shoes among the most famous sportsmen in the world, piquing the interest of coaches from various national teams.

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Reviewed By 870sherriw

Great tour! We really enjoyed having a personal tour of all the places we wanted to see. Our guide took extra time and didn't rush us and he had lots of great information. I would definitely recommend this tour.

9. Nuremberg Old Town and Nazi Party Rally Grounds Walking Tour

Nürnberg Central Station, Mitte, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany Nuremberg: City of Empires Tours
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Combine Nuremberg’s beautiful Old Town sights with a visit to the Nazi party rally grounds (Reichsparteigelande) on this must-do 4-hour English-language tour. While exploring the medieval city by foot, seeing top sites like the Schöner Brünnen (Beautiful Fountain) and Nuremberg Castle’s Imperial courtyards. After a lunch break, spend time exploring the Nazi party rally grounds. Learn about the city during the days of the Third Reich (Nazi Germany) and hear about the famous Nuremberg Rallies while checking out sites like the Congress Hall and Luitpold Arena.

Inclusions: Local guide, Public transport, Lunch break at market place

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance fee Documentation Center (approx. 5,00 euros), Gratuities, Food and drinks

Reviewed By 207annec207

My husband and I were spending a day in Munich before flying on to Norway and Iceland in February. We decided to take a tour of Dachau, but our plane would arrive in Munich too late for any of the group tours to the camp. We chose to do an afternoon private tour with Nuremberg Tours. We had flown overnight to Munich and knew we would be up most of the night and the day we were in Munich and having to deal with an early flight out the next morning. We were staying at a hotel close to the airport, but we were to meet our guide at the train station in the city center. This was quite a distance from the city center and the best way to get there was by train. We asked Jason if we could meet our guide back at the train station at the airport because we were unfamiliar with the train system there and would already be very tired. Despite the fact that he had to go well out of his way, Jason, the owner of the tour company, agreed to be our tour guide and meet us at the airport for the afternoon private tour. He was a history major, so knew so much about the city and the concentration camp. He allowed us to take our time, answered our many questions, and gave us a sobering, but memorable visit to pay our homage to all those that suffered there. I highly recommend Jason’s tour company. If you are lucky enough to get him as your guide, I am sure you will walk away from any of the tours he offers feeling like you have a greater insight into the history of the area.

10. Private Tour: Nuremberg Day Trip with Train Transport from Munich

Nuremberg: City of Empires Tours
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Travel by train from Munich to Nuremberg and spend a day seeing the historical city’s highlights with a private guide. With a flexible itinerary that’s tailored to your interests, the full-day sightseeing tour takes in two of Nuremberg’s must-visit sites: the medieval Old Town and Nazi party rally grounds. Admire stunning architecture, and then learn about Nuremberg during the days of the Third Reich (Nazi Germany) while visiting the Imperial Castle, Luitpold Arena, Congress Hall and more. A visit to the Nuremberg Trials Courthouse is also possible.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private guide, Round-trip train transport

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fee Documentation Center (approx. 5,00 euros), Food and drinks

Reviewed By adamc920

Thanks for the tour. The guide Jason was excellent. Great tour to get an overview of Nuremberg and some war history.

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