Museums & Culture

Nuremberg’s cultural landscape spans from the grim history of the Henkerhaus, the former residence of the city's hangman, to interactive explorations of human perception at the Tower of the Senses. Industrial heritage is preserved through the Museum of Industrial Culture and the specialized Feldbahn-Museum. Performance arts are represented by traditional marionette theater and contemporary venues like Löwensaal, while community art centers foster local creativity and youth culture.

hangman's house

Visit what used to be the official residence of the most famous hangman in the city, Franz Schmidt, and learn more about the local life and…

Museum of Industrial Culture

This museum is all about technology, industralization and discoveries. The interactive exhibitions will make technology loads of fun!

School Museum Nuremberg

Maybe you didn't like school back in the day, but you'll enjoy this museum that's full of interesting things about the history of school.

Tower of the Senses

In this museum, you'll discover unexpected knowledge about your senses. It is full of interesting activities and experiments.

Marionettentheater

Traditional puppet theater featuring hand-carved marionettes and classic storytelling performances.

Löwensaal

Established concert venue near the Nuremberg Zoo, hosting international rock and pop acts in a hall with a capacity for 1,500 guests.

Kulturladen Loni-Übler-Haus

Community cultural center in the Mögeldorf district providing space for art exhibitions, workshops, and intimate live performances.

Luise Cultfactory

Socio-cultural youth center and event space focusing on live music, creative workshops, and rehearsal facilities for emerging local artists.

Feldbahn-Museum 500 e.V.

Dedicated to 500mm narrow-gauge field railways, this museum showcases a collection of historic diesel and electric locomotives and industrial rolling stock.