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If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.

 

Albrecht Dürer House

Address: Alrecht-Dürer-Strasse 39, Am Tiergartnertor, Nuremberg, DE 90403

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CITY CENTER. This interesting museum highlights the life and work of former Nuremberg resident Albrecht Dürer. Many of the rooms, including the kitchen and parlor, have been preserved exactly as they were during the artist's time in the early 16th century. View the historic printing press that Dürer used for his wood...

Germanisches Nationalmuseum

Address: Kartäusergasse 1, Nuremberg, DE 90402

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This museum, opened in 1852, is home to the largest collection of German art and cultural pieces in the world. The museum houses more than one million exhibits and 20,000 permanent displays. Check out the central photo gallery with works by Durer and an extensive sculpture collection. Another popular display houses...

Handwerkerhof

Address: (Living Museum) across from St. Clare's, Nuremberg, DE 90403

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This historic village recreates life in old Nuremberg. View skilled laborers as they continue time-honored trades. Local eateries and taverns serve up traditional German food and desserts. This is where you should go for an interesting and fun historical experience.

Spielzeugmuseum

Address: Karlstrasse 13-15, (Toy Museum), Nuremberg, DE 90403

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CITY CENTER. There's fun for all ages at this popular museum in the heart of the city. Visit this cultural center and see some interesting toys from throughout history and from both Europe and the United States. Located in the Altes Rathaus tower of the city wall.

Städtische Bühnen

Address: Richard-Wagner-Platz 2-10, Nuremberg, DE 90443

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CITY CENTER. This interesting travel museum houses trains from the history of the country. Exhibits include the first German train, the state train of Ludwig II, and a look at the train's role in the development of the Third Reich. There's an interesting parallel between rail travel and the growth of modern Germany.

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