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30 things to do in Frankfurt, where to stay, airport transfers, 2 MICHELIN-starred restaurants. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Frankfurt
- Städel Museum — art museum in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 120 min)
- St. Paul's Church, Frankfurt am Main — church in Frankfurt/Main, Germany (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Frankfurt Cathedral — Gothic church located in the centre of Frankfurt am Main, Germany (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Senckenberg Museum — museum of natural history in Frankfurt (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Europaturm — television tower in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Alte Oper — concert hall and former opera house in Frankfurt am Main, Germany (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Goethe House — Goethe family residence in Frankfurt am Main (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Oper Frankfurt — Opera company in Frankfurt am Main (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Römerberg — square in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Frankfurt Zoological Garden — zoo in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 150 min)
- St. Catherine's Church — First new Protestant church in Frankfurt after the Reformation (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Palmengarten — botanical garden in Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Frankfurter Engel — sculpture (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Museum für Moderne Kunst — art museum in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt — art museum in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Noor Mosque — mosque in Frankfurt am Main (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Historical Museum Frankfurt — museum in Germany (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Frankfurter Judengasse — Historical Jewish ghetto in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Westend-Synagoge — Synagogue in Frankfurt / Main (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Museum for Communication Frankfurt — museum in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Jewish Museum Frankfurt — museum in Frankfurt am Main, Germany dedicated to Jewish history and culture (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Liebieghaus — sculpture museum in Frankfurt/Main, Germany (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Frankfurt Archaeological Museum — museum of Archaeology in Hesse (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Nida — ancient Roman town in the northwestern suburbs of Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Eschenheimer Turm — landmark of Frankfurt (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Palais Thurn und Taxis — building (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Liebfrauen, Frankfurt — roman-catholic church in Frankfurt am Main, Germany (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Rothschild Park — park in Frankfurt am Main, Germany (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Opernplatz — public square in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Konstablerwache — town square in Frankfurt, Germany (visit ≈ 15 min)
2-day Frankfurt walking itinerary
Starting point: Old Town / Römer. The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 8.0 km · 10,740 steps · 1 h 46 min on the way): Frankfurt Cathedral → Städel Museum → Oper Frankfurt → Senckenberg Museum
- Day 2 (≈ 9.0 km · 12,130 steps · 1 h 59 min on the way): Europaturm → Alte Oper → Goethe House → St. Paul's Church, Frankfurt am Main
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Frankfurt
- Alt-Sachsenhausen — Old quarter south of the river known for cobbled lanes and traditional apple-wine taverns. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Berger Straße — Long street into Bornheim loved by locals for independent shops and its weekly market. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- DFF Film Museum — Museum on the Museumsufer covering cinema's technical history and film sets, with its own cinema. (visit ≈ 75 min)
- Grüneburgpark — Large English-style park in the Westend next to the Palmengarten, with a small Korean garden inside. (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Euro Sculpture — Giant blue euro-sign sculpture on Willy-Brandt-Platz, outside the former European Central Bank tower. (visit ≈ 10 min)
Where to stay in Frankfurt
- Old Town / Römer: Close to the rebuilt old town, the cathedral and the Main riverbank.
- Sachsenhausen: Home to apple-wine taverns and the Museum Embankment.
- Westend: A calm, elegant area with leafy streets and villas.
- Nordend / Bornheim: Cafés and local shops along Berger Strasse.
- Main Station / Bahnhofsviertel: 12 min to the airport; great links but a bit rough at night.
Getting from the airport to Frankfurt
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA): S8 or S9 suburban train ≈ 12 min
Getting around
The centre is walkable; U-Bahn, S-Bahn and trams go everywhere. Bridges keep both riverbanks close.
Classic places to eat
- Apfelwein Wagner: A classic Sachsenhausen tavern for apple wine and green sauce.
- Zum Gemalten Haus: A family-run apple-wine tavern with painted walls.
- Fichtekränzi: A cosy tavern with a courtyard in old Sachsenhausen.
- Kleinmarkthalle: Local produce, sausage stalls and the famous green sauce.
- Café Laumer: A café-patisserie with a garden, open since 1919.
MICHELIN-starred restaurants
Last known stars; check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- Seven Swans — 1 MICHELIN star, Vegan, creative
- Erno's Bistro — 1 MICHELIN star, Classic French
Romantic views
- Eiserner Steg (Sunset): A love-lock footbridge with skyline views.
- Main Tower (Evening): The city and river from a 200-metre viewing deck.
- Mainufer Riverside (Summer evenings): Grassy banks and a path along the river.
- Palmengarten (Afternoon): A large botanical garden with tropical glasshouses and ponds.
Football stadiums in Frankfurt
- Waldstadion: Home of Eintracht Frankfurt
Day trips
- Bad Homburg vor der Höhe — 14 km from the centre
- Kronberg im Taunus — 15 km from the centre
- Bad Nauheim — 29 km from the centre
- Bad Vilbel — 8 km from the centre
- Bad Soden am Taunus — 13 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Frankfurt
- Fine: Nazi symbols, salutes and propaganda are illegal, even as a joke.
- Fine: Riding without a valid ticket is fined; in some cities paper tickets must be stamped.
- Fine: Crossing on a red pedestrian light can be fined and is frowned on.
- Warning: Cannabis is legal in limited amounts for 18+, but banned near schools, playgrounds and in daytime pedestrian zones.
- Warning: Don't walk on the red cycle lanes; cyclists ride fast.
- Warning: Publishing recognisable photos of people without consent can cause legal trouble.
- Emergency: 112 (police 110)
- Plugs: C/F, 230V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe; restaurants usually charge for water.
- Tipping: Tip 5–10%; tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving it on the table.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Germany, Wikivoyage — Germany, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Frankfurt travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Frankfurt?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 5 days for the top 20 places within walking distance. Add extra days for day trips (Bad Homburg vor der Höhe and Kronberg im Taunus).
- What are the top things to do in Frankfurt?
- Highlights: Städel Museum, St. Paul's Church, Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt Cathedral, Senckenberg Museum and Europaturm. The map has 30 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Frankfurt?
- Old Town / Römer: Close to the rebuilt old town, the cathedral and the Main riverbank. Other options: Sachsenhausen, Westend, Nordend / Bornheim and Main Station / Bahnhofsviertel.
- How do you get from the airport to Frankfurt city centre?
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA): S8 or S9 suburban train ≈ 12 min
- How do you get around Frankfurt?
- The centre is walkable; U-Bahn, S-Bahn and trams go everywhere. Bridges keep both riverbanks close.
- Which MICHELIN-starred restaurants are in Frankfurt?
- According to the last known data there are 2 starred restaurants: Seven Swans (1 star), Erno's Bistro (1 star). Check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- What is the emergency number in Frankfurt?
- Emergency: 112 (police 110).
- Do you tip in Frankfurt?
- Tip 5–10%; tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving it on the table.
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