Germany’s financial capital surprises visitors with a reconstructed medieval old town, apple wine taverns, and one of Europe’s most impressive skylines.
Why Visit Frankfurt
Frankfurt is often dismissed as just a banking city and airport hub, but its skyline of skyscrapers, unusual for Europe, sits a short walk from the rebuilt half timbered houses of the Altstadt. The Sachsenhausen district’s apple wine taverns preserve a local tradition dating back centuries, while the Stadel Museum holds an impressive collection spanning Old Masters to contemporary art. As the birthplace of Goethe, the city also carries serious literary history.
Top Experiences
- Romerberg: Frankfurt’s reconstructed medieval square, the historic heart of the old town.
- Main Tower: one of the few skyscraper observation decks in Europe open to the public.
- Stadel Museum: a major art museum spanning seven centuries of European painting.
- Sachsenhausen: a riverside district known for traditional apple wine taverns.
- Goethe House: the reconstructed birthplace and childhood home of writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
Book Frankfurt Tours & Activities
See Frankfurt’s skyline, old town, and museum district with guided walking tours and river cruises along the Main.
Private Multi-Day Auto Factory Tour from Munich with Hotels
Highlights of Frankfurt Walking Open Tour of Old Town and more
Frankfurt Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With A Guide
Arrival Transfer from Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt by Sedan
Practical Tips
- Apple wine, or Apfelwein, is Frankfurt’s signature drink, traditionally served in a patterned grey and blue jug.
- The Main Tower observation deck offers one of the best skyline views in Europe.
- Frankfurt’s museum embankment, or Museumsufer, holds over a dozen museums along the river.
- As a major transport hub, Frankfurt is an easy base for day trips throughout the Rhine and Main regions.
FAQ
Is Frankfurt just an airport and business city?
No, beyond its financial district Frankfurt has a reconstructed medieval old town, strong museums, and a distinct apple wine drinking culture.
What is Frankfurt known for?
Its skyscraper skyline, unusual for Europe, its financial sector, apple wine, and being the birthplace of Goethe.
Final Thoughts
Frankfurt deserves more than a layover. Its contrast of soaring skyscrapers and reconstructed medieval streets makes it one of Germany’s more surprising cities.
Planning a full trip to Frankfurt? See our complete Frankfurt Travel Guide for a day-by-day itinerary, practical tips, and a nearby day trip idea.
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