Frankfurt

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

Frankfurt is the financial center 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(1,186 area reviews)

Visitors to Frankfurt Airport Area love its abundant dining options, and if you want to see more of the area, jump on the metro at Terminal 1 - Concourses A & Z Station.

Frankfurt Airport Area
Congress Center Messe Frankfurt featuring modern architecture

Innenstadt

Central to Frankfurt's business district, the Innenstadt boasts Germany's priciest shopping streets, like Zeil and Goethestraße. Explore historic sites such as the Alte Oper and Goethe House, or enjoy live jazz at the Jazzkeller near Freßgass.

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Altstadt Frankfurt

4.5/5(278 area reviews)

Römerberg and Frankfurt Christmas Market are top sights in Altstadt Frankfurt, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Römer-Paulskirche Tram Stop or Dom-Romer U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.

Altstadt Frankfurt
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Bahnhofsviertel

3.5/5(367 area reviews)

Explore the Main Riverbank and Nizza's Mediterranean greenery, while admiring architectural marvels like Silvertower and Gallileo. Enjoy easy navigation and connectivity with Hauptbahnhof, trams, and U-Bahn stations nearby.

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Sachsenhausen Nord

4.5/5(35 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Sachsenhausen Nord. You can visit top attractions like Staedel Museum and Museumsufer, and jump on the metro at Schwanthalerstraße Tram Stop or Schweizer Place U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Sachsenhausen Nord
Congress Center Messe Frankfurt featuring modern architecture

Gallus

4.5/5(127 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Gallus. If sightseeing is on the list, Skyline Plaza is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Frankfurt (Main) Galluswarte S-Bahn or Galluswarte Tram Stop to see more of the area.

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Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Flughafen Terminal 1, Hugo-Eckener-Ring 15, Frankfurt, HE
$130 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$143 total
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Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,487 reviews)
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"The smell of the room 3014 when I entered was incredibly medicinal. It must be your cleaning fluid which was truly terrible. Everything else good but that's really unacceptable."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

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Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Unterschweinstiege 16, Frankfurt, HE
$91 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$103 total
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Book a stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,259 reviews)
"Good food"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

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Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

De-Saint-Exupéry-Straße 4, Frankfurt, HE
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$92 total
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,001 reviews)
"Pretty good"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
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Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend

Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend

Osloer Strasse 3, Frankfurt, HE
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,284 reviews)
"Nice hotel and location"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

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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 WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"I liked the area which made it easy to walk around"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

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Rioca Frankfurt Posto 7

Rioca Frankfurt Posto 7

Adickesallee 36, Frankfurt, HE
Stay at this aparthotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Alte Oper and Frankfurt Christmas Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
"I thought this place was great! Comfortable beds, cute little chair, very convenient technology (like Chromecast on the TV and Bluetooth built into the bathroom mirror). Clean, quiet, cute. It's a bit remote from the city center, but a public transportation station is only like a 10 minute walk in ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Rioca Frankfurt Posto 7
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Getting around Frankfurt

Access to a car is generally unneeded in Frankfurt, a relatively compact city with a population of 750,000. The city center is easy to walk around, and there is a highly efficient public transportation system. Get around by Metro (divided into S-bahn and U-bahn networks), bus, tram and commuter railway. Consider bicyle travel, which is made easier by the bike paths that loop all over the city. Visit the Frankfurt Transport AuthorityOpens in a new window website.Browse Frankfurt rental cars.

Best time to visit

Frankfurt’s weather is warmest from June to August, with daytime temperatures averaging in the high 70s F (25 C and above). This is a great time of year to visit, but spring and fall make great alternatives too; you will have cooler weather, but the landscapes of the city and its surrounds will have extra character. Admire the blooming flowers in spring, and colorful foliage in fall.

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