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Old Town

Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, Germany
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Type: Neighbourhoods, Historic Sites
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Description: Rothenburg has made a concerted effort to preserve its medieval heritage, and Old Town reflects the historic fruits of this labor.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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154 reviews 154 reviews
87 attraction reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

...that's still in tact centuries later. It's a good hidden gem of Germany and worth it to come for at least a day to enjoy. The buildings and architecture are amazing and it's got a ton of small shops. Be sure to have euro for shopping, there's not really any place to exchange money here either so be prepared. Take... More

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Istanbul, Turkey
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21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

The town is preserved as it was in the 17th century. The place is on a hilltop, views are amazing. The streets and bulidings give you a short history lesson.

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Orem, Utah
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83 reviews 83 reviews
32 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Great place to sightsee and shop. A very unique place with lots of things to do. The Christmas store was a highlight as was the museum of medieval punishment

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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30 reviews 30 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

This place is gorgeous. I love the amazing architecture, restaurants, and people in the old town. There are plenty of things to see and do in the town center. Some of my favorite things that we saw was the old clock from the 1600's and the wall. You can take a walk around the whole city by walking on the... More

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Houston, Texas
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29 reviews 29 reviews
13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

Loved the atmosphere of the old town, quiet, quaint and they are not allowed to alter the buildings so it gives you a true sense of what it looked like 600 years ago.

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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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68 reviews 68 reviews
28 attraction reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

the artistic clock of the Ratssherrntrinkstube (City Councilllors Tavern) with the master draught scene.The old town clock dated of 1683. One can pouse for a moment on the steps of the Town Haull and enjoy the view of venerable fa-cades of the houses surrounding the square.

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Ansbach, Germany
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Such a romantic city, so much history and beautiful architecture! Lots of things to see and do. Wonderful bakeries, restaurants and lots of shopping.

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Pyrmont, Indiana, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

We all loved walking through the Old Town, noticing all the beautiful doors and other details that have been preserved through times. Since it was off season, we practically had the streets to ourselves.

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29 attraction reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Spend many days just wandering around the old town. Such beautiful, if not quirky, architecture. Would definately return to explore when there is not so much snow!

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Singapore, Singapore
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24 reviews 24 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

Made me feel like I have entered a fairy tale land. Fine historic buildings to gaze at and admire. Read up on its history to appreciate the sights.

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