Frankfurt combines a striking skyline with charming riverside quarters and museums. You experience a city where business, culture, and green spaces sit side by side.
Discover Frankfurt
Discover Frankfurt
Why visit Frankfurt?
What to expect
You find modern towers beside half-timbered houses, efficient transport, and a compact centre that is easy to explore on foot. The Main River promenade sets a relaxed pace after busy days.
Plan your trip
Frankfurt is a key gateway to Germany and wider Europe, with fast rail links to major cities. Use it as a base for day trips to Rhine wine country, historic towns, and nearby forests.
Top sights in Frankfurt
Römerberg
Stroll the cobbled Römerberg square, framed by restored half-timbered houses and Frankfurt's historic town hall.
Main Tower
Ride the lift to the Main Tower's observation deck for open-air views over Frankfurt's skyline and the Main River.
Museumsufer
Explore the Museumsufer along the riverbanks, where art, film, architecture, and applied arts museums line both sides of the Main.
Palmengarten
Escape into the Palmengarten, a large botanical garden with glasshouses, themed landscapes, and peaceful lawns.
Städel Museum
Discover European masterpieces from the Old Masters to contemporary works at the renowned Städel Museum.
Alt-Sachsenhausen
Wander the narrow lanes of Alt-Sachsenhausen, known for traditional taverns and classic apple-based drinks.
Iron Bridge (Eiserner Steg)
Cross the Iron Bridge, a pedestrian span with city panoramas and easy access between the old town and riverside paths.
Experience Frankfurt's everyday rhythm
Getting around
Use the U-Bahn, S-Bahn, and trams to move quickly between the airport, city centre, and surrounding districts. Rent a bicycle or walk along the river for a different view, and rely on buses or short walks for the last stretch to your hotel.
Local life & culture
You feel a blend of international business energy and relaxed neighbourhood life, especially around the river and café-lined streets. Creative quarters and university areas add a youthful, cosmopolitan edge.
Where to unwind
Relax along the Main River banks at sunset or in one of the city parks such as Grüneburgpark. Morning and late afternoon are ideal for quiet walks, outdoor seating, and gentle jogs away from the busiest streets.
A taste of Frankfurt
Street food & local specialties
Try regional dishes in traditional taverns and casual spots, especially in Alt-Sachsenhausen and the old town. Markets and snack stands offer sausages, breads, and hearty plates popular with locals.
Casual & modern dining hubs
Head to central districts and shopping streets for modern bistros, cafés, and international flavours. Food courts and casual restaurants in malls make it easy to sample different cuisines in smaller portions.
Signature & scenic dining
Choose riverside restaurants or higher-floor venues in the banking district for city views with your meal. Evening reservations help you secure window seats overlooking the skyline and illuminated bridges.
Retail therapy in Frankfurt
Malls & lifestyle hubs
Browse central shopping centres and lifestyle complexes for international brands, local labels, and dining under one roof. These hubs double as social spaces, with cinemas and cafés for relaxed breaks.
Markets & local crafts
Look for neighbourhood markets and smaller streets to find regional produce, design pieces, and everyday German goods. Areas close to the old town and across the river present varied independent shops.
Evening retail scene
Main shopping streets stay lively into the evening with illuminated storefronts and nearby eateries. Trains and trams keep these areas well connected after dark, so you can shop and dine before heading back.
Best time to visit Frankfurt
Spring (April to June) is a shoulder season, with mild temperatures around 10–20°C (50–68°F) and blossoms along the riverbanks. Summer (July to August) is the peak season, bringing warmer days of 18–27°C (64–81°F) and outdoor events. Autumn and winter (September to March) form the low season, with cooler 0–15°C (32–59°F), crisp air, and festive markets brightening shorter days.