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Frankfurt, Germany Travel Guide
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items Planning a Frankfurt stopover or a longer stay? We spent two nights exploring the city and taking a trip through the Rhine Valley. This guide brings together our picks for things to do, places to stay, places to eat and tours that make it easier to e...
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Things to Do
From Frankfurt’s historic streets to its modern skyline, these are the sights and experiences to add to your visit. We’ve included ideas for making the most of a short stopover, too.
Head to the observation platform for a bird’s-eye view of Frankfurt’s skyscrapers and historic center. It’s a memorable way to take in the city’s mix of old and new.
See the skyline from Main Tower Observation Platform
Spend time with European art spanning seven centuries at one of Frankfurt’s best-known museums. It’s a good pick if you’d like to add an art stop to your city visit.
Visit the Stadel Museum
Wander through this large botanical garden and enjoy a quieter side of Frankfurt. It’s a lovely change of pace from the busy city center.
Explore Palmengarten
Visit the childhood home of writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and learn more about Frankfurt’s literary history. It’s an easy cultural stop to add while exploring the center.
Tour the Goethe House
Stop by Frankfurt’s indoor market to look around the food stalls and get a taste of local life. It’s a fun place to pick up a snack while you’re exploring on your own.
Browse Kleinmarkthalle Frankfurt
Places to Stay
Find a comfortable base for exploring Frankfurt, whether you’re staying for a quick city break or using the city as a stop on a longer trip.
We stayed at Kennedy 89 during our two-night Frankfurt stopover. It gave us a comfortable base for exploring the city and heading out on our Rhine Valley excursion. We’d include it for travelers looking for a hotel to consider for their own Frankfurt...
Kennedy 89 Hotel Frankfurt - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A historic luxury hotel in the city center, close to Römerberg.
Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof
A stylish option near the reconstructed Old Town, Römerberg and Frankfurt Cathedral.
Hotel Motel One Frankfurt-Römer
For an overnight flight connection or an early departure, Hilton Frankfurt Airport offers a convenient stay at THE SQUAIRE. It sits above the long-distance train station and connects to Terminal 1 by a covered pedestrian bridge. The hotel also has a ...
Hilton Frankfurt Airport
A modern city-center stay between the banking district and Old Town, within walking distance of Main Tower and Römerberg.
Ruby Louise Hotel Frankfurt by IHG
Places to Eat
Looking for a good meal between sightseeing stops? These are places to try Frankfurt’s local flavors and find something tasty during your stay.
A classic Sachsenhausen tavern for trying Frankfurt specialties and Apfelwein, the region’s dry apple wine. The restaurant has been family-owned since 1931.
Adolf Wagner
Settle in at one of Frankfurt’s traditional apple wine taverns for regional dishes and a cozy, old-fashioned atmosphere. Its cider is made on-site.
Zum Gemalten Haus
Browse food stalls offering local and international specialties, then grab a bite as you explore. It’s a fun choice for a casual lunch or snack.
Kleinmarkthalle Frankfurt
In the Old Town near Römer, this restaurant serves modern, seasonal cuisine that puts a fresh spin on classic dishes. It’s a good option for a relaxed dinner.
MARGARETE
Enjoy traditional German food right on Römerberg, across from the historic town hall. Its setting makes it an easy stop while exploring the Old Town.
Schwarzer Stern
Great Tours
See more of Frankfurt and the surrounding region with a guided experience. We especially enjoyed pairing our city visit with an excursion through the Rhine Valley.
This guided walking tour is a handy way to get oriented in Frankfurt and see several of its best-known sights with a local guide. Starting at Römerberg, you’ll explore the city on foot and hear stories about its history and landmarks along the way. A...
Frankfurt Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
We also took a bus excursion through the Rhine Valley, with its vineyards and picturesque villages. Some day trips from Frankfurt include time in Rüdesheim and a Rhine boat ride.
THE TOP 10 Rhine River Day Trips (w/Prices)
See Frankfurt’s skyline from the water on a 50- or 100-minute cruise along the Main. It’s an easy way to add a different perspective to your city visit.
THE TOP 20 Rhine River Cruises & Sailing
Learn about Frankfurt’s traditional apple wine on a guided walk through the Old Town and Sachsenhausen. The city’s tourism office offers this themed tour in several languages.
THE TOP 10 Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tours
Ride this one-hour tram tour while sampling Frankfurt apple wine or apple juice, with pretzels and music along the way. It’s a relaxed way to see parts of the city while trying a local specialty.
Ebbelwei-Express (Start-/Endhaltestelle)