ToyCity
Discover the toy city of Nuremberg and its culinary specialities
Nuremberg and toys are two terms that are inseparably connected with each other. The ToyCity has established a tradition in the centre of the Nuremberg Metropolitan Region, which thanks to the well-known production facilities in the region and the toy fair still plays a key role in the toy industry today. Get informed about special events in Nuremberg and other highlights during the toy fair.
Every region is proud of its culinary specialities. Most trade fair visitors probably associate Nuremberg gingerbread and the "3 im Weggla" with Nuremberg. But the Nuremberg red beer and the diverse gastronomic landscape also attract participants to the city after a day at the fair.
Whether you prefer international dishes or like trying out local specialities, you will find a wide choice of restaurants in the city centre. Relax after a long day at the fair with a tasty dinner, a glass of wine or a cool beer, and enjoy the hospitality of Nuremberg’s restaurants.
Highlights of the ToyCity
DB Museum
Founded back in 1882, today's DB Museum is the oldest railway museum in the world. At the heart of the museum is an interactive exhibition on the history of the railway in Germany. On two floors, visitors embark on a journey through more than 200 years of railway history. The original vehicles are a real crowd-puller. Around 40 railway legends await museum visitors in two halls, including a replica of the ‘Adler’, Germany's first locomotive. Another highlight is the Modellarium with over 2,000 models in various scales and the historic model railway layout from the 1960s.
Exhibition: Under Pressure. The History of the Train Toilet
Until 1 February, the DB Museum is presenting the exhibition “Under Pressure. The History of the Train Toilet.” Across eight thematic sections, the exhibition vividly explores the fascinating development of train toilets in Germany from their origins to the present day. More than 150 exhibits, documents, and photographs bring this history to life – from the chamber pot from Otto von Bismarck’s saloon carriage to soap dispensers and toilet paper, all the way to the modern bioreactor.
DB Museum, Lessingstraße 6, 90443 Nuremberg
Toy Museum
The Toy Museum Nuremberg is a highlight of the Toy City and presents the development of toys from the Middle Ages to the present day across several floors. Visitors can experience historical dolls, model railways, tin toys, and classics from around the world. This family-friendly museum is centrally located in Nuremberg’s Old Town and is a must-see for all toy enthusiasts.
Toy Museum, Karlstrasse 13-19, 90403 Nuremberg
German games archive in Nuremberg
As a research and documentation centre, the German games archive Nuremberg preserves a unique collection of over 40,000 board games from four centuries, as well as a specialist library, game-related documents and archival material. Located in the Haus der Spiele (House of Games), the centre's core documentary tasks are complemented by the promotion of playing together. The Spiele-Archiv actively promotes games as a cultural asset by organising events such as regular games afternoons and other activities.
Exhibition: Infinite Universes
The English-language pop-up exhibition “Infinite Universes” at the German Games Archive Nuremberg presents a fascinating overview of 30 years of Czech gaming culture. The exhibition – on loan from the Czech Centre Munich and curated by games historian Miroslav Žák – brings together analogue and digital games, industrial history, and international achievements.
Visitors can discover board games, concept art, game graphics, music from Czech video games, and numerous interactive elements: illustrated books and gaming stations invite you to experience the diversity of the Czech gaming world firsthand.
The exhibition will be on display in the foyer of the Pellerhaus from 27 January to 1 February 2026, daily from 1 pm to 6 pm. Admission is free.
German games archive, Egidienpl. 23, 90403 Nuremberg
New Museum Nuremberg
A breathtaking presentation of art and design - the Neues Museum in Nuremberg will amaze you. On over 3000 m² of collection and exhibition space, the state museum of the Free State of Bavaria presents art and design from the 1950s to the present day. Painting, sculpture, photography, video art and installations are closely linked to international design exhibits in a unique way and are framed by extraordinary architecture. Designed by architect Volker Staab, the museum, which opened in 2000, presents itself as an outstanding contemporary building with urban flair in the heart of Nuremberg's old town.
New Museum Nuremberg, Luitpoldstraße 5, 90402 Nürnberg
Hotel NH Collection Nuremberg City
"In my suitcase I pack... toys from Nuremberg" (22 January - 31 December 2025)
Based on the classic children's game 'In my suitcase I pack...', the Toy Museum presents a pop-up exhibition in cooperation with the artists Anna Heidenhain and Birgit Osten and the NH Collection Nuremberg City Hotel. The special thing about it: The exhibition is conceived as a project outside the museum walls - at the very place where tourists first come into contact with the toy city of Nuremberg: In the hotel.
Hotel NH Collection Nuremberg City, Bahnhofstraße 13-19, 90402 Nuremberg
Lorenz Church
The Lorenzkirche in Nuremberg is one of the most beautiful works of Gothic architecture in Germany. It is rich in unique works by famous artists and its towers offer an impressive view over Nuremberg's Old Town. Experience ToyCity Nuremberg from above! On a tower tour, you will learn interesting facts and can take a look at the bells.
Lorenzkirche Nuremberg, Lorenzer Platz 1, 90403 Nuremberg
JOSEPHS – The Open Innovation Lab
A conversation with a robot, a virtual roller-coaster ride via VR headset, or the latest applications of artificial intelligence: at JOSEPHS, the future becomes tangible. Under the motto “Join in. Try out. Take part.” the innovation lab invites visitors to discover new technologies in a hands-on way. Accompanied by our Innovation Guides, visitors gain insights into concrete AI applications, current developments, the AI showroom of Fraunhofer IIS, and innovative research projects from FAU Erlangen‑Nuremberg. This makes visible how AI is already shaping our world today.
Address:
JOSEPHS – The Open Innovation Lab
Augustinerstr. 19
90403 Nuremberg
JOSEPHS website: https://josephs-innovation.de
Historical City Tours
What better way to discover every aspect of this beautiful city than on one of the many guided tours through Nuremberg? We have selected three different tours for you, so there is definitely at least one that matches your interests! All three tours are from the same provider golden guide. Their specialty? Follow the historically dressed city guides and discover places you won't see on any other tour!
- Patrizierhaus
Are you interested in stories about architecture and food? Then this is your unique opportunity to see the famous Patrizierhaus! This is the only city tour in Nuremberg that offers this visit!
- Lebkuchen
Have you ever tried a traditional Nürnberger Lebkuchen (gingerbread)? This is your chance to learn everything about this world famous Christmas treat. With tasting, of course! This tour also takes place in the world famous Patrizierhaus!
- Nuremberg select
Do you want to decide for yourself what you want to see and learn about? Maybe you've already seen some parts of the city and want to see something new? Then the Nuremberg select tour is just right for you! On this tour you can choose for yourself what you would like to see.
Nuremberg Convention and Tourist Office
Toy collection at Germanisches Nationalmuseum
The toy collection in the Germanisches Nationalmuseum includes about 20,000 objects. The centerpiece of the collection comprises the four large Nuremberg dolls’ houses from the 17th century and the unique collection of historical paper theatres. The museum also possesses boy’s and girl’s toys, optical toys and toys from the age of reform in the early 20th century.
