Things to do in Franconia

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Bamberg which includes a bridge and street scenes
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Things to Do in Franconia with Kids

There's fun for the whole family in Franconia. Here are some family friendly experiences to enjoy together that'll make your break memorable:


 

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Nuremberg Old Town

4.5/5(208 area reviews)

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.

Nuremberg Old Town
Wuerzburg Cathedral which includes heritage elements and a city

Würzburg City Centre

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

Würzburg City Centre is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Würzburg Cathedral and Neumünster.

Würzburg City Centre
Nuremberg showing heritage elements

Mitte

4/5(170 area reviews)

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.

Mitte
Nuremberg which includes a bridge, heritage elements and a river or creek

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 Lorenz
Wuerzburg Residence which includes flowers, heritage architecture and a park

Altstadt Würzburg

Altstadt Würzburg is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Staatlicher Hofkeller Würzburg and Würzburg Residence.

Altstadt Würzburg
Nuremberg showing a sunset and heritage elements

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.

Altstadt - Sankt Sebald

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Franconia on a sunny day?
Make the most of the good weather (and stretch your legs while you're at it) with one or two of these top activities:


What to do in Franconia on a rainy day?
Take advantage of a dull, rainy day by throwing yourself into some indoor activities, like a The Bride of Satan or a Frankfurt Airport Same Day Luggage Services.
What should I not miss in Franconia?
Put these attractions toward the top of your sightseeing list to get the most out of your visit:

  • Playmobil FunPark
  • Nuremberg Castle
  • Nuremberg Zoo
  • Wuerzburg Residence

Are there cheap things to do in Franconia?
Keep more of your hard-earned coin in your pocket with these cheap and cheerful things to do:


What can you do in Franconia for free?
Your trip to Franconia needn't send you broke with free attractions like these to keep you on the go:

  • Frauenkirche
  • St. Lorenz Church
  • Bamberg Cathedral
  • St. Sebaldus Church