Flights from Hanoi (HAN) to Frankfurt (FRA)

About Frankfurt

Discover Frankfurt

Why visit Frankfurt?
Frankfurt combines a striking skyline of glass towers with riverside promenades and historic streets. You find major museums, international events, and a compact centre that is easy to explore in a short stay or an extended visit.

What to expect
The city is built around the Main River, with the financial district, the old town, and the museum embankment all within easy reach. Modern architecture sits beside restored timbered houses, while busy business streets open into quiet parks and leafy neighbourhoods.

Plan your trip
Frankfurt is a leading gateway to Europe, with excellent rail and road links to neighbouring cities and regions. You can use it as a base for day trips to the Rhine Valley, wine-growing areas, and nearby university towns, or as a first stop on a wider European journey.

Top sights in Frankfurt

Römerberg

Wander the cobbled main square of the old town, framed by reconstructed timbered houses and the historic city hall complex.

Main Tower

Take a lift to the viewing platform for wide views of Frankfurt’s skyline, the Main River, and the surrounding region.

Museumsufer

Stroll along the museum embankment, home to renowned art, film, architecture, and cultural museums on both riverbanks.

Palmengarten

Relax in this large botanical garden, exploring themed glasshouses, landscaped grounds, and family-friendly outdoor spaces.

Städel Museum

Discover a rich collection of European art from the Middle Ages to contemporary works in one of Germany’s leading museums.

Zeil shopping street

Join the crowds on Frankfurt’s main shopping boulevard, lined with department stores, malls, and side streets full of cafés.

Eiserner Steg

Cross this iron footbridge over the Main River for classic views of the skyline and the old town.

Sachsenhausen riverside

Head to the southern bank for relaxed walks, traditional taverns, and a lively evening atmosphere close to the city centre.

Experience Frankfurt’s everyday rhythm

Getting around
Frankfurt’s U-Bahn and S-Bahn trains, along with trams and buses, make it simple to move between the airport, the city centre, and outer districts. Walking is often the quickest way within the compact core, while cycling along the river paths gives a different perspective on the skyline.

Local life & culture
In daily life, Frankfurt balances its role as a financial hub with a relaxed riverside feel. Office districts empty into cafés and bars after work, while local neighbourhoods host weekly markets, small galleries, and community events that bring residents together throughout the year.

Where to unwind
You can unwind in the many green spaces, from central parks to the landscaped banks of the Main River. Evening walks along the water are especially atmospheric, and nearby city forests and gardens offer quiet corners to pause between meetings or sightseeing.

A taste of Frankfurt

Street food & local specialties
Across the city you can sample hearty regional dishes, from comforting potato-based favourites to crisp pastries and sausages from traditional stalls. Food markets and local eateries around the centre offer a quick way to try everyday flavours in a relaxed setting.

Casual & modern dining hubs
Shopping streets and commercial districts are lined with casual restaurants serving German classics, international menus, and lighter options. Food courts in central malls make it easy to mix and match different cuisines, with smaller portions and shared plates that encourage you to try more than one dish.

Signature & scenic dining
For a memorable meal, choose restaurants overlooking the riverfront or with views of the Frankfurt skyline. Rooftop venues and riverside terraces create an atmospheric backdrop, whether you are enjoying a long dinner or a simple drink as the city lights come on.

Retail therapy in Frankfurt

Malls & lifestyle hubs
Frankfurt offers modern shopping centres close to the main station and in the city core, bringing together international brands, local designers, and dining in one place. These spaces are popular meeting points where you can combine errands, entertainment, and relaxed meals.

Markets & local crafts
Smaller markets and side streets showcase local labels, crafts, and everyday goods. Neighbourhoods close to the river and the old town feature independent boutiques, bookshops, and speciality stores where you can find distinctive souvenirs and gifts.

Evening retail scene
In the evening, central shopping streets stay lively with illuminated storefronts and late-opening stores on selected days. Nearby cafés and eateries create a social atmosphere, and frequent public transport makes it easy to return to your hotel after exploring the city’s retail areas after dark.

Best time to visit Frankfurt

Frühling (spring), March to May, brings mild days around 10–18°C (50–64°F) and blossoming parks, making it a pleasant shoulder season for river walks, outdoor cafés, and exploring museums without peak-season crowds.

Sommer (summer), June to August, sees warmer temperatures of roughly 20–27°C (68–81°F) and long daylight hours. This peak season is ideal for open-air events, riverside festivals, and relaxed evenings along the Main River.

Herbst und Winter (autumn and winter), September to February, ranges from about 2–15°C (36–59°F). As a low season, it offers a calm atmosphere, colourful foliage in autumn, cosy indoor dining, and atmospheric city lights during the colder months.

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