Frankfurt Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Frankfurt
Frankfurt featuring a city, a square or plaza and a high-rise building
Frankfurt
Frankfurt featuring a garden and a sunset as well as an individual female
Roemer which includes heritage elements, a square or plaza and a sunset

This European economic capital on the Main River features world-class museums, sweet apple wine and Germany’s only skyscrapers.

Frankfurt is the financial centre of Europe. It is home to the European Central Bank and is one of the wealthiest cities in Germany. As the only city in the country to feature skyscrapers, Frankfurt has a skyline that is its best-known landmark. The city is also known for its world-class museums and apple wine.

The city is not just modern buildings. Visit the Old Town (Altstadt) to get a sense of how Frankfurt looked before it became the financial capital of the European Union. Though much of the city was destroyed in Allied bombing during World War II, many of the buildings of the Old Town were salvaged or faithfully rebuilt. Gabled townhouses make up the Römer, Frankfurt’s town hall since the 15th century. The gothic clock tower of the ancient Frankfurt Cathedral looms overhead.

Frankfurt has many world-class museums. More than 10 of them are located in Museumsufer (Museum Embankment), an area along the south side of the Main River in the Sachsenhausen district. Among the museums is the German Museum of Architecture, the Senckenberg, a natural history museum, and the Städel, which has an impressive collection of art that spans more than 700 years. Across the river, visit the Museum of Modern Art to see one of the best collections of post-World War II and contemporary art in the world.

In addition to the German staples of beer and sausage, Frankfurt has its own culinary specialties. Eat Handkäse mit Musik, which is a tart cheese served with onions, or Grüne Soße, a tangy green sauce typically served with eggs and potatoes. Accompany it with Ebbelwoi, apple wine. Sachsenhausen provides plenty of traditional bars and restaurants in which to sample these special Frankfurt concoctions.

Frankfurt has one of the most extensive subway systems in the world. Split between the U-Bahn and the S-Bahn, public transportation serves nearly the whole city, as well as the surrounding areas. If you are driving, it is recommended to park near an outer station and take the train from there, because inner-city garages quickly fill up.

Where to stay in Frankfurt

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Frankfurt Airport Area

4/5(66 area reviews)

Frankfurt Airport Area is known for its abundant dining options, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Terminal 1 - Concourses A & Z Station.

Frankfurt Airport Area
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Innenstadt

Enjoy the popular shops in Innenstadt. MyZeil is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Frankfurt (M) Hauptwache Station or Eschenheimer Tor Station to see more of Frankfurt.

Innenstadt
Old Town which includes heritage elements

Altstadt Frankfurt

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

Altstadt Frankfurt is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Römerberg and Frankfurt Christmas Market. See more of Frankfurt by jumping on the metro at Römer-Paulskirche Tram Stop or Dom-Romer U-Bahn.

Altstadt Frankfurt
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Bahnhofsviertel

3/5(144 area reviews)

Bahnhofsviertel is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kaiserstrasse and Museumsufer. See more of Frankfurt by jumping on the metro at Weserstraße-Münchener Straße Tram Stop or Münchener Straß/ Frankfurt Central Tram Stop.

Bahnhofsviertel
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Sachsenhausen Nord

4/5(19 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Sachsenhausen Nord. Top attractions like Staedel Museum and Museumsufer are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Schwanthalerstraße Tram Stop or Schweizer Place U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Gallus

4/5(51 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Gallus. Spend some time visiting top spots like Skyline Plaza, and catch the metro at Frankfurt (Main) Galluswarte S-Bahn or Galluswarte Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Gallus
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Flughafen Terminal 1, Hugo-Eckener-Ring 15, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ฿4,223 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿4,223
฿4,671 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,503 reviews)
"After a handful of somewhat disappointing stays going back to 2023, the hotel is back at cruising altitude, great service and everything the way one would expect. Much appreciated."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Unterschweinstiege 16, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ฿2,839 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿2,839
฿3,190 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,278 reviews)
"This is a great hotel!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt
Maritim Hotel Frankfurt

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt

Theodor-Heuss-Allee 3, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ฿2,715 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,715
฿3,057 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Superb hotel
"Great rooms, loads of space, extra room for the kids at a great price, fantastic breakfast, super staff, central location, view of the ciry. We stay here once a year and look forward to it."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend

Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend

Osloer Strasse 3, Frankfurt, HE
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,288 reviews)
"Very pleased. Staff was very attentive."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend
Rioca Frankfurt Posto 7

Rioca Frankfurt Posto 7

Adickesallee 36, Frankfurt, HE
Stay at this aparthotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Alte Oper and Frankfurt Christmas Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)
"Check-in was easy. Hotel is beautiful."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Rioca Frankfurt Posto 7
Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Neue Oper

Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Neue Oper

4.5 out of 5
Wilhelm-Leuschner-Str. 6, Frankfurt, HE
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Nice to use the pool"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Neue Oper
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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