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Explore Nuremberg Old Town’s World War II History Tour
When you book this focused tour from Nuremberg Old Town, you step into history at the very site where the Major War Criminals Trial was held before the International Military Tribunal from November 20, 1945 to October 1, 1946 - a courtroom that earned worldwide notoriety: Courtroom 600 inside the Nuremberg Palace of Justice. You’ll learn that from 1946 to 1949 twelve Subsequent Trials were held in the same room before U.S. military tribunals, and you’ll encounter the sobering remains of monumental structures on the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds in the southeast corner of Nuremberg, which still impress with their immense proportions and testify to the regime’s megalomania. This experience is ideal if you value thoughtful, historically rich tours‑sightseeing and art‑culture exploration; note that the Palace of Justice is closed on Tuesday, and tours are limited to a maximum of eight people to keep the group intimate and focused on the site’s powerful significance.
About this activity in Nuremberg Old Town
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Visit the Nuremberg Palace of Justice and stand in the world‑famous Courtroom 600 where the Major War Criminals Trial was held from November 20, 1945 to October 1, 1946.
- Explore the nearby Nazi Party Rally Grounds - a 4‑square‑mile site whose monumental remains illustrate the scale and ambition of the regime.
- Learn how 12 U.S. military Subsequent Trials were also conducted here between 1946 and 1949, giving the courtroom enduring historical significance.
- Combine a focused history experience with easy access to Nuremberg Old Town, making it simple to extend your visit to museums, dining, or other city sights.
Important Information
- Palace of Justice access: the site is an active courthouse and is closed on Tuesdays; plan your visit on another day to ensure entry to Courtroom 600.
- Group size is limited to a maximum of eight people, making this a more intimate, small‑group experience suited to focused touring.
- This experience is family friendly: infants and small children may remain in a pram or stroller, public transport options are nearby, and specialized infant seats can be arranged.
- The route is suitable for all physical fitness levels and centers on historic indoor and outdoor sites across the area, with opportunities to continue into Nuremberg Old Town.
Meeting Point
Meet outside the main entrance of the Nuremberg Palace of Justice (Palast der Justiz); precise meeting instructions and any driver‑guide pickup details will be provided upon booking.
Includes
- You’ll have private transportation available for seamless travel around Nuremberg Old Town.
- A professional driver-guide accompanies your booking to help you navigate the area and share local insights.
Excludes
- The Nuremberg Palace of Justice is not included in this booking.
- Please note the Palace of Justice in Nuremberg is closed on Tuesdays, so plan visits accordingly.
Other
- Infants and small children may ride in a pram or stroller, making family visits in the Old Town easier for you.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, so you can connect to other Nuremberg attractions with ease.
- Specialized infant seats are available to ensure child safety during transfers around the area.
- Activities are suitable for all physical fitness levels, so you can enjoy the experience regardless of your pace.
- Please note that the Palace of Justice is closed on Tuesdays - plan your schedule in Nuremberg accordingly.
Customer Reviews
9/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
Nuremberg is so full of WWII history and our guide, Rob, was extremely knowledgeable on the topic and came prepared with many photos (which he air dropped to us) on his IPhone to show what it looked like in Nazi Germany times. Unfortunately a lot of the Na I buildings and other artifacts have not been well preserved. Rob also did his homework on anecdotal facts about international companies who helped the Nazi during the war. Seeing where the Nuremberg trials took place was a highlight.
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We highly recommend this tour. We learned so much about Nuremberg and the Nazis. Great tour guide and knowledgeable
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Picked up at Hotel which was very handy. Tour was excellent. Covered a lot of ground seeing all the main sights with very interesting information. To do this type of tour you need a guide/driver as many locations are spread out. Guide was great.
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Know more about Nuremberg Old Town
You’ll visit the Palace of Justice including the world-famous Courtroom 600 where the Major War Criminals Trial was held from November 20, 1945 to October 1, 1946. The tour also highlights the nearby remains of the Nazi Party Rally Grounds, vast structures in the southeast that testify to the National Socialist regime’s megalomania.
Yes. The tour is Group-Friendly with a maximum of 8 people per group, making it ideal for small private groups wanting an in-depth visit to Courtroom 600, the Palace of Justice, and the adjacent rally grounds.
The Palace of Justice gained worldwide notoriety due to the Major War Criminals Trial and the subsequent U.S. military tribunals held from 1946 to 1949 in the same courtroom, providing powerful legal and historical context. The enormous remains of the Nazi Party Rally Grounds nearby offer vivid, large-scale testimony to the regime’s ambitions, creating a compelling historical pair to explore.
Yes. The experience is suitable for families and children; infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller and specialized infant seats are available. The nearby public transportation options also make it easier for groups with kids to reach the sites.
You should avoid scheduling visits on Tuesdays because the Palace of Justice is closed on that day. Plan your tour on other days to ensure access to Courtroom 600 and the judicial complex.
Yes. The sites naturally complement tours and sightseeing, multi-day or full-day history experiences, and educational workshops. They also fit well with family-oriented and Group-Friendly itineraries focused on learning about the Major War Criminals Trial and the architectural legacy of the rally grounds.