If a busy itinerary is getting to you, one of the best things to do in Nuremberg is relax on the ‘Liebesinse’ or ‘love island’ – a nearby island of grass reachable by bridge.

To learn more about these and many other fun places to visit in a city, be sure to read through our comprehensive list of the top attractions and things to do in Nuremberg. On This Page: Take a Walking Tour of Nuremberg Castle. Get Your Bearings at the Hauptmarkt. Walk Nuremburg's Historic City Walls.

If you’re spending the day in Nuremberg, here are my top 8 things to add to your itinerary. 1. Stroll along the river Pegnitz in the centre of Nuremberg. The old town straddles the river Pegnitz and a stroll alongside the river is an idyllic way to start your day sightseeing in Nuremberg.