Things to Do in Frankfurt am Main
Plan your days in Frankfurt am Main, your way
Frankfurt is smaller than its reputation and friendlier than its skyline suggests, perfect for a first taste of Germany.
Start on the Römerberg, half-timbered gables around a square that has seen nine centuries.
Walk the Eiserner Steg across the Main, then follow the river south where the city slows down.
Lunch at the Kleinmarkthalle, graze the stalls, try the Grüne Soße just to say you did.
Afternoon in the Palmengarten, one of Europe's great botanical gardens, an hour that feels like a holiday within the holiday.
Wander Sachsenhausen's cobbled lanes and end up in an Apfelwein tavern without quite planning to.
One museum, your choice, the Städel if you like paintings, the Senckenberg if you like dinosaurs.
Sunset from the Main Tower deck or, cheaper, from the south bank with a bakery coffee.
Dinner where the locals point you, schnitzel or something you can't pronounce, both work.
You'll leave with the pleasant suspicion you only scratched the surface, because you did.
Top attractions and places to eat in Frankfurt am Main
Adolf Wagner
A traditional Frankfurt apple wine tavern in the Sachsenhausen district, serving classic Hessian cuisine and house-made Apfelwein in a rustic, convivial setting. Travelers come for an authentic taste of regional food and drink culture.
restaurant · 4.1 rating
Römer
The site of Frankfurt's city hall since 1405, this historic building remains the defining symbol of the city's historic past.
landmark · 4.3 rating
Oosten
A stylish restaurant and lounge on the banks of the Main River in Frankfurt offering modern international cuisine with waterside terrace seating. Travelers come for the riverfront atmosphere and contemporary dining.
bar · 4.3 rating
Zum Gemalten Haus
A famous, colorfully painted apple wine tavern in Sachsenhausen serving traditional Hessian dishes and Apfelwein in a lively, authentic atmosphere. A classic stop for Frankfurt's regional drinking and food culture.
restaurant · 4.3 rating
Maingold - Frankfurt am Main
A restaurant and bar in Frankfurt serving European cuisine in a lively setting, suited for meals and drinks.
bar · 3.8 rating
MAIN TOWER
A skyscraper in Frankfurt's financial district with a public observation deck offering 360-degree views of the city. A traveler would go for the panoramic skyline vistas.
attraction · 4.4 rating · €9
Apfelweinwirtschaft Dauth-Schneider
A large, historic apple wine restaurant in Sachsenhausen with a spacious garden, serving traditional Frankfurt dishes and Apfelwein. A go-to spot for regional cuisine in a lively, communal setting.
restaurant · 4.3 rating
Restaurant Klosterhof
A traditional German restaurant in Frankfurt serving regional and hearty dishes in a classic setting. A spot for authentic local cuisine.
restaurant · 4.4 rating
Apfelwein Solzer
A traditional Frankfurt apple wine tavern in Bornheim serving regional Hessian dishes alongside the local Apfelwein cider. Travelers come for an authentic taste of Frankfurt's cider-house culture.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
Städel Museum
A world-renowned art museum in Frankfurt with 700 years of European art from the Old Masters to the contemporary. A top cultural destination for art lovers.
museum · 4.5 rating · €17
Daheim im Lorsbacher Thal
A historic apple wine tavern in Frankfurt's Alt-Sachsenhausen district known for traditional Hessian cuisine and a wide selection of Apfelwein. A go-to for classic local cider-house dining.
restaurant · 4.5 rating
Apfelwein-Wirtschaft Fichtekränzi
A cozy, long-established apple wine tavern in Sachsenhausen known for hearty Hessian specialties and traditional Apfelwein. It offers a warm, informal atmosphere popular with both locals and visitors.
restaurant · 4.5 rating
ZEIT FÜR BROT
A popular artisan bakery and café known for its cinnamon rolls (Zimtschnecken) and organic breads. A favorite for fresh baked goods and coffee.
cafe · 4.5 rating
Palmengarten Frankfurt
One of Germany's largest botanical gardens, featuring extensive outdoor grounds and greenhouses with tropical, subtropical, and desert plant collections. A destination for garden and nature lovers.
attraction · 4.5 rating · €9
Bull & Bear Restaurant & Sportsbar
A sports bar and restaurant in Frankfurt serving casual fare with screens for watching games. A relaxed spot for drinks, food and live sports.
restaurant · 4.2 rating