The Nuremberg Toy Museum, known in German as the "Spielzeugmuseum," is located in the heart of Nuremberg's Old Town, making it easily accessible by various modes of transportation. Here's how to reach the museum:
If you are arriving by air, the nearest airport is the Nuremberg Airport (Flughafen Nürnberg). From the airport, you can take the U-Bahn U2 (subway) towards "Röthenbach". Exit at the "Rathenauplatz" station, and transfer to the U1 towards "Fürth Hardhöhe". Get off at the "Lorenzkirche" station, which is a short walk away from the museum.
Nuremberg is well connected by train. The main train station is Nuremberg Hauptbahnhof. From there, you can walk to the museum in about 15 minutes, or take a short ride on the U-Bahn (subway). Use U1, U2, or U3 and get off at the "Lorenzkirche" stop.
The local transportation system, VGN (Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg), includes buses, trams, and subways that conveniently serve the city. Bus lines 36, 46, and 47 stop at "Hallertor", which is a few steps away from the museum. Alternatively, you can use the tram lines 4 or 6 to "Tiergärtnertor", which is also close to the museum.
Driving to the museum is straightforward, with several parking areas nearby. The closest parking options are at Karlstraße and Hauptmarkt. Please note that the inner city of Nuremberg is an eco-zone, and your car must exhibit an "Umweltplakette" (environmental badge).
Regardless of your transportation choice, make sure to check the latest schedules and routes to ensure a smooth visit to the Nuremberg Toy Museum.