More about hotels in Frankfurt
Frankfurt is a fusion of cultures and diversity as most of its young inhabitants have a migration background. It is a city that is friendly to visitors as a quarter of the population consists of expatriates. Frankfurt is a great city for visitors looking for cultural immersion while seeing the modern technological complexities of Germany.
Couples and visitors may opt to join the romantic Palm Garden, the biggest botanic garden in all of Germany. It offers activities for both couples and families with a children’s playground, boating, and picnic spots.
One of the most popular tourist spots is in the heart of the city called Frankfurt's Old Town (Altstadt). In today’s modern times, the Altstadt is an Instagram-worthy area filled with restaurants, the Old Town Hall, and the St. Nicholas Church.
How to Get There
The Frankfurt Airport is one of the busiest airports in the world and busiest in Germany itself. It has two main terminals and a much smaller terminal dedicated to first-class service fully owned by Lufthansa. For families travelling together, Frankfurt Airport offers nine different themed play areas for kids as well as a gaming area for kids and adults alike.
They also offer the Visitor’s Terrace located in Terminal 2. It is a great way to while away time and see a beautiful view of Germany. It is best to book an airport tour available on their website.
Visitors have options to use the rail station or the bus and coaches. The rail station offers rides that depart every 15 minutes going to multiple stops including Frankfurt Central Station. The bus and coaches are also available for longer regional trips to other areas.
Getting Around
around Frankfurt can be done via tramlines, rapid trains, or buses. The tramlines can go within the cities and are also linked to other regions of Germany for longer trips. Rapid underground trains that connect Frankfurt to Rhine-Main Region with lines departing every 15 minutes or so. The other underground lines connect Frankfurt to Bad Homburg and Oberursel in the north. Buses, however, have limited points of destination having only three main stations. However, buses serve commuters from 1:30 AM to 3:30 AM when the tramlines and underground train lines are closed.
Top Things to Do
For the artsy tourist, Frankfurt's Museum District (Museumsufer) is a haven. It exhibits multiple museums with some of them having international standing and recognition. This includes the Museum of World Cultures, one of Europe’s top ethnological museums and the German Architectural Museum.
A quick detour might also get you the best view at Frankfurt’s prized zoo, Zoo Frankfurt. Established in 1958, it is the second oldest zoo to date in Germany. It is home to some 4500 animals covering 32 acres of land in the city. It includes a Nocturnal Animal House and the Exotarium which includes marine life animals.
A classier night in Frankfurt also calls for a visit to the Frankfurt Opera Square. The Old Opera house was destroyed during World War II and was rebuilt and now stands in the square as one of the most stunning buildings in the area. The newer opera house, Oper Frankfurt, is situated near the river.
What to Eat
A trip to the Hauptwache will surely quench the thirst for anyone who wants a drink and knowledge for history. In translation, the Hauptwache is called the Main Guardroom because of its literal meaning. It is currently one of the most famous plazas in Frankfurt. The best cafe is within the Hauptwache. After it was stormed by native citizens, it continued to become a police station. Over the years, it was used as a cafe and is currently still open to serving guests to this day.
Near the Hauptwache is Emma Metzler. Inside the Emma Metzler is a continuation of the beautiful city of Frankfurt. With an interior fit to be in the feed of your social media, the gorgeous Bistro offers a German-French cuisine. With agreeable weather, it is a short walk away from Eiserner Steg bridge at night to see the beautiful Frankfurt skyline.
For a more local feel, Atschel gives an old-school treatment to its visitors. Lined with communal tables, the place is meticulously peppered with warm ball lamps that give it a warm homey feel. They serve local German dishes such as grilled pork knuckle with sauerkraut and bread. Being a smaller establishment, Atschel only accepts cash payment.
Nightlife
As a testament to the lifestyle of the young population in Frankfurt, it is the birthplace of techno music. The clubs are situated around the university area caters to the 40,000 students in the city plus the influx of tourists. For the cocktail-loving folks, the District of Salzhaus is the best area to have your favorite martini. Not far from the area is Frankfurt’s Red Light District.
Robert Johnson is known as one of the best techno clubs in the world. A night out without visiting Robert Johnson is an incomplete one. Having a smaller floor space, it can only accommodate about 300 people maximum. Instead of going for heavy aesthetics as most clubs do today, Robert Johnson focuses on music and the experience of being there.
For a more familiar version of a club, Tanzhaus West is the club to go to. It is an underground club that looks more like the types of clubs you see in movies. The music switches from techno to drums to everything and anything the younger crowd likes to listen to-- not for the more peaceful crowd.
Where to Stay
Frankfurt offers accommodations for all budget tiers. The more luxurious stays are within walking distance of the shopping areas. Jumeirah Frankfurt and Hilton Frankfurt are some of the more expensive options in the city.
For the mid-range budget, Roomers and The Pure are two options that are conveniently located near the train stations. Like other areas, the Best Western Plaza is also available for those looking for a familiar hotel name. These options offer a modern and sleek design at a more affordable price.
For those looking for the best bang for their buck, Hamburger Hof Hotel and Ibis Frankfurt Centrum are one of the best and least expensive places to stay in the area. The hotels are equipped with your usual amenities and are overlooking the river.
