Things to Do in Bamberg
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Bamberg Altstadt
#1 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1774 times in trip plans
Walking Area, Cafe, Tourist Center, Shopping Center, Family And Kids, Town, Arch...
Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany
N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 amDetailsBamberg Altstadt is the Old Town area in the city of Bamberg which served as a crucial link with the Poland and Pomerania Slav people. The old town is replete with exquisite architectural structures, shops, magnificent historic buildings, palaces, market area, walking streets, cafes and more. The Altstadt is very well maintained and is a truly recommended attraction in the city of Bamberg.Read more about Bamberg Altstadt -
Bamberg Cathedral
#2 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1709 times in trip plans
Art And Culture, Religious Site, Statue, Tourist Center, Family And Kids, Archit...
Domplatz 5, 96049 Bamberg
N/A 09:30 am - 06:00 pmDetailsThe Bamberg cathedral stands beautifully as a centerpiece over the Dom hill dressed in a combination of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. The cathedral has two choirs and is home to various magnificent art works including sculptures from the Hohenstaufen era, the famous statue of the Bamberg Rider, an altar by Veit Stoss, the laughing angel, alle...Read more about Bamberg Cathedral -
Altes Rathaus
#3 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1582 times in trip plans
Island, Tourist Center, Family And Kids, Architecture
Altes Rathaus, Obere Brücke 1, 96047 Bamberg
N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 amOn an artificial island in the middle of the bridge, perched over the River Regnitz, boldly stand the old town hall of Bamberg.The Altes Rathaus has been an attraction in Bamberg since 1386. The town hall was reconstructed between 1744 and 1756.The magnificent frescos over the façade illustrate how the town was built over the island. The bui...Read more about Altes Rathaus -
Rose Garden At The New Residenz
#4 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1552 times in trip plans
Garden, View Point, Tourist Center, Family And Kids
Domplatz 8, Bamberg, South West, Germany, 96049
N/A 09:00 am - 06:00 pmDetailsNew Residenz is a beautiful old building located right opposite the Altes hofhaltung (Old Court). Initially the residenz was used as a home for the Bamberger prince bishops. With the new residenz lies the romantic rose garden with beautiful blooming roses. The garden offers magnificent views of the St. Michael's Church and the roofs of the city cit...Read more about Rose Garden At The New Residenz -
St Michael's Monastery
#5 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1482 times in trip plans
Church, View Point, Observatory, Tourist Center, Family And Kids, Architecture ,...
Michaelsberg 10f, 96049 Bamberg, Germany
N/A 09:00 am - 06:00 pmDetailsThe monastery is situated at the peak of the hill exhibiting a magnificent view of the city of Bamberg. The city is built over seven hills each with a church at its peak. The St. Michael's Monastery holds the highest altitude in comparison with the other peaks. Built in Romanesque style, the church initially was of a Benedictine monastery. A tomb o...Read more about St Michael's Monastery -
Altenburg Castle
#6 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1269 times in trip plans
View Point, Castle, Food And Drinks, Restaurant, Tourist Center, Family And Kids...
Altenburg 1, 96049 Bamberg, Germany
N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 amThe commendable location of the Altenburg Castle offers a spectacular view of the city of Bamberg. The castle stands on the highest peak of the seven hills of the city. Altenburg was formerly used as a place of refuge and later became the residing place of the prince-bishops of Bamberg. The castle today is home to a restaurant and a complex that al...Read more about Altenburg Castle -
Alte Hofhaltung
#7 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1480 times in trip plans
History Museum, Tourist Center, Family And Kids
Domplatz 8, 96049 Bamberg, Germany
N/A 24-hrsDetailsThe Alte Hofhaltung that translates to the ‘Old Court’ is a historic attraction in the beautiful city of Bamberg. The Alte Hofhaltung area comprises of former houses and farm buildings that belong to the Episcopal palace from the 15th century. By the building is a vast courtyard with a late Gothic arcaded frame. The court is also home t...Read more about Alte Hofhaltung -
Klein Venedig
#8 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1480 times in trip plans
Outdoors, River, Tourist Center, Family And Kids
Fischerei 31, 96047 Bamberg, Germany
N/A 12:01 am - 12:00 amDetailsKlein Venedig commonly known as ‘Little Venice’ is the riverside area where the biggest folk festival of Bamberg, the Sandkerwa is celebrated. Along the waters lie a row of 17th century cottages with beautifully decorated petite gardens and terraces. The area of ‘Little Venice’ is totally worth a stroll and is more spectacul...Read more about Klein Venedig -
Frankisches Brauereimuseum
#9 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 919 times in trip plans
Museum, Food And Drinks, Winery, Tourist Center, Specialty Museum
Michelsberg 10f, 96049 Bamberg, Germany
4 EUR 11:00 am - 05:00 pmDetailsFrankisches Brauereimuseum is a brewery museum dedicated to the beer brewing culture. The museum has a wide display of over 1400 exhibits and is home to a brew house, icehouse, malt house, Buttnerei, fermenting and storage cellar, filtration and the barrel and bottling. The brew house hosts beer seminars and lectures. The museum on the whole is pre...Read more about Frankisches Brauereimuseum -
E. T. A. Hoffmann Haus
#10 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 730 times in trip plans
Art Museum, Museum, Garden, Tourist Center, Family And Kids, Observation Deck, S...
Schillerplatz 26, 96047 Bamberg, Germany
2 EUR 10:00 am - 12:00 pmDetailsE. T. A. Hoffmann Haus is a little museum that tells about the life of E. T. A. Hoffmann who was a renowned artist. The museum is beautified with an exquisite garden at the back. The museum has a magnificent musical display. Art history and music lovers are bound to enjoy their visit to this place.Read more about E. T. A. Hoffmann Haus -
St. Martin Church
#11 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 422 times in trip plans
Church, Religious Site, Landmark, Tourist Center, Family And Kids
An der Universitat 2, 96047 Bamberg, Germany
N/A 10:00 am - 12:00 pmDetailsSt. Martin Church is located next to the Green Market and Gabelmann Brunnenin the heart of the bourgeois town, where most tourists start off with their trip. The church depicts the beautiful baroque style architecture and is the only church of its kind in the city of Bamberg.The highlights of the church include the trompe d'oeil dome created by Gio...Read more about St. Martin Church -
Diocesan Museum
#12 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1134 times in trip plans
Museum, Observatory, Tourist Center, Family And Kids, Specialty Museum
Domplatz D - 96049 Bamberg
4 EUR 10:00 am - 05:00 pmDetailsThe diocesan museum emanated from the Bamberg Cathedral. It is home to a rich collection of liturgical objects, relics, paraments and books from the Bamberg Cathedral treasures. The Imperial Star Cloak which was once gifted to Emperor Heinrich II is a major highlight of the museum. Various rooms in the museum exhibit very informative displays along with an audio guide.Read more about Diocesan Museum -
Theater Der Schatten Or Norbert Gotz
#13 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 1079 times in trip plans
Entertainment, Performance, Theatre, Tourist Center, Family And Kids
Jakobsplatz 13, 96049 Bamberg, Germany
N/A 09:30 am - 06:00 pmDetailsTheater der Schatten is an art theatre depicting the history of the city of Bamberg in 90 minutes. During the show Norbert Gotz narrates the history of the city in a powerful voice enough to leave you with Goosebumps. The 90 minutes at the theatre are sure to leave you entertained. The theatre does not screen the history in the form of films or ope...Read more about Theater Der Schatten Or Norbert Gotz -
Stephanskirche
#14 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 561 times in trip plans
Church, View Point, Observatory, Historical Site, Tourist Center, Family And Kid...
Eisgrube 18, 96049 Bamberg, Germany
N/A 09:00 am - 11:45 amDetailsThe Stephanskirche is a church that is located on the eastern most side of the hills of Bamberg. The church belongs to the 17th century with a neo gothic style architecture and obvious baroque elements. The church is a peaceful getaway from a hectic schedule and is a much recommended visit in the city of Bamberg.Read more about Stephanskirche -
Bamberger Symphoniker
#15 of 18 Things to do in Bamberg | Added 928 times in trip plans
Entertainment, Performance, Tourist Center, Family And Kids
Postfach 11 01 46, 96029 Bamberg
N/A 09:00 am - 06:00 pmDetailsCommonly known as Bamberg Symphony Orchestra - Bavarian State Philharmonic, the orchestra plays bohemian style music. If you love live performances and music, you are sure to love the orchestra. The symphony orchestra is exceptionally good and a must visit in Bamberg.Read more about Bamberger Symphoniker
