In Frankfurt, a major financial hub and home to European Central Bank, tradition meets modernity. The city on the Main River welcomes travelers from around the world to explore its museums, landmarks, architecture and melting pot of cultures.
GETTING THERE & AROUND
Many visitors fly into Europe’s third-largest airport, Frankfurt International Airport, about 9 miles from the city. Airlines from all over the world connect with Frankfurt, making it easy to arrive by air. Once you are ready to explore the destination, public transportation makes it convenient to explore Frankfurt and is typically cheaper and faster than a car. The system consists of subways, commuter trains, trams and buses. Ridesharing services are also available.
LODGING
Roomers Frankfurt Legend
This dark and seductive hotel situated between the train station and the Main River offers the ideal location for exploration. Roomers features 116 luxurious rooms and suites, a swanky restaurant and bar, and innovative spa.
Gutleutstraße 85, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, tel 49 69 2713420 roomers-hotels.com
Schlosshotel Kronberg | Hotel Frankfurt
Live like royalty at Schlosshotel Kronberg, located right outside of the city. The hotel is set in one of the most impressive German castles and offers plenty of modern amenities within a historical environment.
Hainstrasse 25, Kronberg im Taunus, Germany, tel 49 6173 70101 schlosshotel-kronberg.com
Steigenberger Icon Frankfurter Hof
Travelers have stayed in style at the luxury hotel since 1876. Located in the middle of the Banking District and historic Old Town, the hotel provides the perfect destination for those looking to explore attractions such as The Main Tower, Römer and Paulskirche.
Am Kaiserplatz, Bethmannstrasse 33, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, tel 49 69 21502 hrewards.com
DINING
Chairs
Chairs offers a new seasonal menu every week, typically consisting of local and organic products. While enjoying these dishes, guests get to sit on design classics from the 1960s through the ’80s and even have the opportunity to purchase them afterward.
Gronauer Str. 1, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, tel 49 69 48446922 chairsffm.de
Emma Metzler
As a restaurant located in a museum, Emma Metzler’s décor and design make it seem like it’s part of the museum itself. Due to a close relationship with its producers, the restaurant’s offerings are always fresh and delicious.
Schaumainkai 17, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, tel 49 69 83040094 emmametzler.de
Seven Swans
Catering specifically to vegetarians, Seven Swans focuses on serving a seasonal menu of organic dishes filled with flavor. Enjoy dinner in an intimate, candlelit setting.
Mainkai 4, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, sevenswans.de
ATTRACTIONS
Frankfurt Main Tower
Although it’s not Frankfurt’s highest tower, The Main Tower boasts the city’s highest observation deck. Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding city and the Main River.
Neue Mainzer Str. 52-58, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, tel 49 69 36504878 maintower.de
The Goethe House & Museum
Popular among literary fans, The Goethe House & Museum features 14 galleries displaying art and objects from famed writer Johann Wolfgang Goethe.
Grosser Hirschgraben 23-25, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, tel 49 69 138800 frankfurter-goethe-haus.de
Römerberg Square
A major gathering site since the 15th century, Römerberg Square remains a popular attraction in the city’s Old Town. Known for its heritage and architecture, the square hosts many festivals and markets throughout the year.
Römerberg 26, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, tel 49 69 247455400
Read This Next
Global City Guidebook: Tokyo
Global City Guidebook 2024
Jul 31, 2024
Introducing
FX Excursions
FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.
#globility
Insta FeedNovember 2024
Nov 20, 2024A Fusion of History and Modernity Makes Bangkok a Perfect Meeting Spot
In this city of contrasts, glass skyscrapers stand behind century- old temples. Street food vendors sling steaming noodles along roadways while tucked-away restaurants serve multicourse, Michelin-level cuisine. Roadways jam with cars as jewel-toned tuk tuks whizz through the gridlock. Long considered a tourist mecca, Bangkok also makes for a dynamic, budding location for corporate travelers.
Sponsored Content
Royal Air Maroc Relaunches Direct Casablanca–Beijing Route, Debuts Toronto Flight
As part of its international network expansion, Royal Air Maroc will reinstate the direct Casablanca–Beijing route initially launched in January 2020 and suspended just a few weeks later due to the health crisis.
Daily
Nov 20, 2024Le Massif de Charlevoic, Québec, Announces Winter Ski Season Festivities
Ski fever? This year, skip the long flight over the water and stay a little closer to home at four-season Le Massif de Charlevoix resort in Québec. Snow fun kicks off Nov. 30 when skiers and snowboarders carve the first tracks of the season. The resort, about an hour from Québec City and 20 minutes from Baie-Saint-Paul, is the location of North America’s first Club Med mountain village.
Daily
Nov 20, 2024Celebrate the Holidays at This Hotel on Italy’s Amalfi Coast
Spend the holiday season in Italy with a stay at Anantara Convento di Amalfi Hotel. The only 5-star hotel in the area hosts festive experiences from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve.
Sponsored Content
Extraordinary Egypt
ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME JOURNEY INTO THE ANCIENT WORLD OF THE PHARAOHS
eFlyer Reviews
Nov 20, 2024Château des Fleurs Review
Just a short block from the Champs Elysées, flower-bedecked window boxes grace the corner and clearly identify Château des Fleurs. This 37-room boutique hotel is one of Vivre-LMB’s five small hotels in Paris owned by Olivier Bertrand and his sisters and affiliated with Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Save Up to 50 Percent Off HX Expeditions
eFlyer Deals
Nov 20, 2024Xanterra Launches Thankful for Travel Sale
eFlyer Deals
Nov 20, 2024eFlyer Lead
Nov 20, 2024Chase Opens 2 New Lounges This Year, More Slated for 2025
This year, both Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and San Diego International Airport welcomed new Sapphire Lounge by The Clubs. These two lounges join existing locations in New York (JFK) and Boston (BOS).
Sponsored Content
Experience Next-Level Travel with Condor Airlines’ New A330neo Fleet
Condor Airlines completely renewed its long-haul fleet, featuring its new Airbus A330neo. Designed to elevate your travel experience, the A330neo is equipped with cutting-edge technology and offers unrivaled comfort, ensuring an exceptional journey for every passenger. With its striking signature striped livery, the A330neo not only promises a memorable flight but also enhances the start of your vacation from the moment you step aboard.
Daily
Nov 20, 2024South Africa’s Newest Experiential Safari Eco-Lodge Opens Early 2025
Luxury hospitality brand Few & Far debuts its newest eco-lodge next year, bringing a reimagined safari experience to South Africa. Few & Far Luvhondo will open in Limpopo, South Africa, offering just six cliffside suites within the elusive Soutpansberg Mountains, part of UNESCO’s Vhembe Biosphere Reserve (one of the world’s most biologically diverse regions in the world).
ShareThis