Frankfurt blends a striking skyline of modern towers with riverside promenades and historic squares. You find an energetic financial hub that also feels compact, walkable, and welcoming.
Discover Frankfurt
Discover Frankfurt
Why visit Frankfurt?
What to expect
Expect a city of glass skyscrapers, museums along the River Main, and half-timbered houses in the Old Town. Business energy mixes with green parks, cosy cafés, and a strong arts scene.
Plan your trip
Frankfurt is one of Europe’s key air gateways, ideal as both a city break and a starting point for wider travel across Germany and the continent. Efficient rail links make exploring the region easy.
Top sights in Frankfurt
Römerberg and the Old Town
Stroll the cobbled Römerberg square, lined with reconstructed half-timbered houses, historic guild halls, and the distinctive stepped façade of the Römer city hall.
Main Tower
Ride the lift up Main Tower for panoramic views over Frankfurt’s skyline, the River Main, and the green Taunus hills on a clear day.
Museumsufer
Explore the Museumsufer, a stretch of major museums along both banks of the River Main, covering art, film, architecture, and world cultures.
Palmengarten
Wander through Palmengarten, a botanical garden with themed glasshouses, lakes, and seasonal flower displays that offer a calm escape from the city.
Goethe House
Step into the restored family home of writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe to see period interiors and learn about his early life in Frankfurt.
Frankfurt Cathedral
Visit the red-sandstone Frankfurt Cathedral to admire its Gothic architecture and, if you wish, climb the tower for another view over the rooftops.
Iron Bridge (Eiserner Steg)
Cross the Iron Bridge, a pedestrian span over the River Main, for postcard views of the Old Town and financial district skyline.
Zeil pedestrian zone
Walk along the busy Zeil promenade, where street performers, cafés, and modern architecture create one of the city’s liveliest stretches.
Experience Frankfurt’s everyday rhythm
Getting around
Move easily using Frankfurt’s U-Bahn, S-Bahn, trams, and buses, which connect the airport, city centre, and suburbs. For a scenic view, hop on a riverboat along the Main, then use walking paths or short tram rides for the final stretch.
Local life & culture
You feel local life in neighbourhoods like Sachsenhausen and Bornheim, where traditional taverns sit beside contemporary galleries and design shops. Weekday business bustle softens into relaxed riverside gatherings, festivals, and open-air events.
Where to unwind
Find calm along the riverbanks, in the Palmengarten, or in the city’s many pocket parks, especially in the late afternoon and early evening. Nearby woodland in the Stadtwald offers shaded walking and cycling trails when you want a deeper escape into nature.
A taste of Frankfurt
Street food & local specialties
Sample local favourites such as green herb sauce, hearty sausages, and pretzels in traditional taverns and casual spots, especially around Sachsenhausen. Food stalls and small eateries also serve quick bites near the river and central squares.
Casual & modern dining hubs
Head to areas like Bahnhofsviertel and Innenstadt for bistros, cafés, and international kitchens, many set within modern complexes or side streets. Smaller portions and sharing plates make it easy to try different flavours in one meal.
Signature & scenic dining
For a special evening, choose a restaurant with skyline views in one of the high-rise towers or along the riverfront. Many offer refined seasonal menus that pair well with city lights and sunset reflections on the Main.
Retail therapy in Frankfurt
Malls & lifestyle hubs
Explore major centres along the Zeil, where large malls bring together global brands, local designers, and entertainment under one roof. These hubs double as social spaces with cafés and casual dining.
Markets & local crafts
Browse neighbourhood streets in Bornheim, Sachsenhausen, and around Berger Strasse for independent boutiques, design stores, and craft stalls. Weekly markets add seasonal produce and handmade goods to discover.
Evening retail scene
After dark, parts of the city centre stay lively with illuminated shopfronts, late-opening stores, and nearby bars and eateries. Well-connected public transport makes it simple to reach these areas and travel back to your hotel.
Best time to visit Frankfurt
Spring (April to June) is a shoulder season, with temperatures around 10–20°C (50–68°F) and blooming parks ideal for sightseeing and river walks. Summer (July to August) is peak season, bringing warmer days of about 18–27°C (64–81°F), outdoor festivals, and busier attractions. Autumn and winter (September to March) are generally low season, with temperatures ranging from 0–15°C (32–59°F); you can expect crisp days, occasional snow in mid-winter, and festive lights and markets towards the end of the year.