Visit Frankfurt: what are the best things to do and see in the financial position of Germany?
Frankfurt am Main or Frankfurt am Main is for many travelers the gateway to Europe, but there is much more to see than its international airport (the 3rd of Europe). Frankfurt is the financial capital of Germany, and thanks to its skyscrapers and its Main River, Frankfurt is also called “Mat-Hattan”. Multicultural international city, Frankfurt does not have the beauty of Berlin or Hamburg. Almost completely destroyed by the allied bombings during the Second World War, its small historic centre was partially reconstructed to the identical... But Frankfurt still has many things to do: between art, outdoor walks, old buildings and skyscrapers, here are the best things to see and visit in Frankfurt :
1. Main Tower
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What better way to see Frankfurt than the top of the « Main Tower » the only tower in the city open to the public. Take the elevator to the platform located almost 200 meters high to enjoy a breathtaking view of the entire urban landscape of Frankfurt. You can also take a snack in the "Main Tower" restaurant. The entrance is 6,50€ for an adult.
2. The Römerberg
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The Römerberg ("Mont des Romains") is the historic heart of Frankfurt and the place where the city hotel is located, which dates back to the year 1405. Flanked with houses with doves, this historic square served as a place for the first trade fairs of Frankfurt in the 13th century. In the middle of the square, the fountain of Justice sits. From this place, you can continue to the Eiserner Steg bridge to cross the Main and start a walk along the river.
3. Sachsenhausen cider taverns
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If you follow the previous route (after crossing the Eiserner Steg), head to the Sachsenhausen area, near the Frankensteiner Platz. The local drink of Frankfurt is called "Apfelwein", or "Ebbelwoi" as the Frankfurters say: a slightly alcoholic cider that is produced in the regions around Frankfurt. You can find some of the best and oldest cider taverns in the paved streets of the Sachsenhausen district, south of the old town. It’s also a great place to start a party in Frankfurt, the neighborhood being filled with parties.
4. The house of Goethe (Goethe-Haus)
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Frankfurt is the birthplace of Germany’s most important writer, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832). Well, house of Goethe was destroyed during the Second World War, it was completely restored with original furniture, paintings and books from the Goethe family. Find inspiration in the work office where Goethe wrote "Les Souffrances du jeune Werther". The address: Grosser Hirschgraben 23, 60311 Frankfurt
5. The Museum für Moderne Kunst
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The Musée d’Art Moderne et Contemporain de Frankfurt is famous for its vast collection of art, which includes artists like Roy Lichtenstein, Joseph Beuys, Andy Warhol, and Gerhardt Richter, but also for its bold architecture. Designed by the Viennese architect Hans Hollering, the museum has a triangular shape and is called the “piece of cake” by the premises. Entrance : 12€
6. Paulskirche, St. Paul’s Church
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Paulskirche, built between 1789 and 1833, is the birthplace of German democracy: the church was used for political meetings and became the seat of the first German parliament freely elected in 1848. Today, Saint Paul church serves mainly for exhibitions and special events.
7. La Cathédrale Saint-Barthélemy (Kaiserdom St. Bartholomäus)
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The election of the emperors in 1356, then their crowning, from 1562, took place in this church, which earned it the cathedral name. It was built between the 13th and 15th century. It is the largest religious building in Frankfurt.
8. A glass on the terrace of the Zeilgalerie
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Nothing better than taking the pulse of the city and having a panoramic view on the roof of the Zeil , a shopping center where you will find in particular what to do shopping. The ideal is to have a drink on the terrace on the 7th floor to admire the surrounding area.
9. The nightlife of Frankfurt
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If Frankfurt is not as pretty as other German cities, it has at least the merit of being a busy city at night. These are not the bars and discotheques that are missing here. As noted above, why not start your evening on the south shore Sachsenhausen Where are all taverns and pubs stuck to each other? Then you can go to a club like Gibson , Odeon , or Skyclub If you're a fan of electro music.
10. Museumsufer, museum shore
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The south shore of Main is known as the "Museumssufer" on the bank of museums. Here you will find a large number of museums, including the Deutsches Film Institute and Städel . The place is all the more fun as it welcomes a large chip market on Saturday morning. A great idea to start your weekend in Frankfurt.
11. The Muséum Senckenberg
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The Senckenberg museum is the second largest museum of natural history in Germany. It presents thousands of exhibited objects, ranging from amphibian fossils to Egyptian mummies, to the most famous attraction of the museum: its exhibition of large dinosaur skeletons, one of the largest in Europe.
12. The Palmengarten
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Founded in 1868 by a group of citizens of Frankfurt, the Botanical garden invites you to a horticultural journey through African savannah, exotic plants of tropical forests and European flower gardens. Over 200,000 m2 of outdoor gardens and greenhouses, you will see more than 6,000 different botanical species from all over the world. Right next door. Grüneburgpark is a peaceful public park.
How to get to Frankfurt?
Frankfurt has two airports: one is international (Frankfort-Rhein/Main) and is served by many companies such as Air France and Lufhtansa, and the other is smaller (Frankfort-Hahn) and is 2 hours by bus from Frankfurt. The latter is served by low-cost companies like Ryanair. You will find the cheapest flights to Frankfurt on Ulysses .
Where to sleep in Frankfurt?
Accommodation in Frankfurt implies doing some research on the neighborhoods of the city, because it can come back quickly expensive. For those who sleep in a youth hostel, the Frankfurt Hostel is an excellent address, located near the station. The shuttle to both airports is only a few hundred metres away. To find a cheap hotel in Frankfurt, search this Compare hotels .
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