Frankfurt

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Frankfurt which includes a city, a skyscraper and a square or plaza

Frankfurt Travel Guide Video

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

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
Old Town featuring heritage elements

Altstadt Frankfurt

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
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.

Innenstadt
Frankfurt featuring a city and a river or creek

Innenstadt 1

Central to Frankfurt's business district, the Innenstadt boasts Germany's priciest shopping streets, like Goethestraße, and iconic sights such as the Alte Oper. Enjoy lunch at Freßgass or explore the historic Eschenheimer Turm.

Innenstadt 1
Bahnhofsviertel showing street scenes and signage

Bahnhofsviertel

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.

Bahnhofsviertel
Sachsenhausen which includes street scenes and a city

Frankfurt am Main Süd

If you're spending time in Frankfurt am Main Süd, check out sights like Frankfurt City Forest or Deutsche Bank Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Bürostadt Niederrad Tram Stop or Stadion Straßenbahn Tram Stop.

Frankfurt am Main Süd
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Flughafen Terminal 1, Hugo-Eckener-Ring 15, Frankfurt, HE
The price is $116 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$116
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,041 reviews)
Frankfurt for a day
"Front desk staff was very helpful and efficient. Excellent recommendations for places to eat in the city and helpful getting us transportation. Perfect location for early morning flight out!"

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
De-Saint-Exupéry-Straße 4, Frankfurt, HE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $87 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$87
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews)
"Proximity to the airport"

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
Theodor-Heuss-Allee 3, Frankfurt, HE
The price is $81 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
$81
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Great location for the Messe
"Great location for the conference centre. The rooms are slightly dated, but everything works and is in good order. Room service was quick and effecient. The bed was very comfy."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
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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 WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,041 reviews)
Best designed hotel room I've ever been in.
"This is the first time staying in the Adina Hotel as I usually have stayed in the Marriott. I needed to do laundry and the fact each room has its own machine is wonderful (just wish the operating instructions were either symbols or English). In addition I loved the overall design of the room. Combining ..."

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2024

Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend
Boutique Kaiser - Hotel & Apartments
Boutique Kaiser - Hotel & Apartments
Kaiserstraße 52, Frankfurt, HE
Stay at this aparthotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Main Tower and Alte Oper are located nearby. Discover ...
8/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
"For the purposes of my trip, the location of the hotel was perfect. I've stayed here several times so I guess that in itself is a recommendation. The area is adjacent to the main station, so unsurprisingly you may find some interesting characters on the streets."

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024

Boutique Kaiser - Hotel & Apartments
VISIONAPARTMENTS Frankfurt Gutleutstraße
VISIONAPARTMENTS Frankfurt Gutleutstraße
Gutleutstraße 45, Frankfurt
Stay at this apartment in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (163 reviews)
"Convenient location for a lot of the attractions. The remote check in was chaotic and not easy. Had the hotel been transparent with the information they needed upfront it would have made our lifes easier. We had to do the remote check in with patchy wifi and without a computer. That was a real problem ..."

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2023

VISIONAPARTMENTS Frankfurt Gutleutstraße
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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 Authority 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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Reviews of Frankfurt

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VG
Mar 24, 2020

I visited many times over the years. Keeps getting better every time.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Mar 18, 2020

Frankfurt is bustling with lots of people. We found a nice restaurant and enjoyed dinner before returning to the hotel via S-Bahn.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 21, 2020

A great city overall. The newly redone area near the Opera is fantastic. Other areas seem a bit drab.

3/5 - Okay

Charlotte
Feb 20, 2020

Frankfurt is a boring city, we only go there for business.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 20, 2020

We needed a place to stay overnight, flying in from The Canary Islands one evening, and flying home to the US the next morning. We didn’t have time to visit Frankfurt, but the Steigenberger had many great amenities and we ate at the German Restaurant

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 7, 2020

Overall good hotel

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