Things to Do in Frankfurt am Main
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• Explore the 13 stops on the Express Tour or upgrade your ticket and ride on both the Express Tour and the Skyline Tour (with 16 stops).
• Become a Frankfurt expert with the multilingual audio guides. Available in nine languages, they're your personal storyteller as you tour the city's iconic sights.
• From literary landmarks to lively nightspots, the route's got you covered. Visit Goethe House, Main Tower, Frankfurt Zoo, and more.
We are lovers of Frankfurt, a city with all its facets and hidden gems. Frankfurt has much more to offer than its reputation as a banking city precedes it.
Through the donation-based tour, we want to allow everyone to get to know this city in different ways, regardless of the size of their wallet.
In addition to the city's extensive cultural history, we would also like to shed light on the various factors that have shaped Frankfurt socially, economically, and politically.
We want you to EXPERIENCE Frankfurt and we want to offer you a good time in an entertaining way, during which you will learn a lot about Frankfurt and see our city with different eyes.
Each of us has our own perspective and experiences with the city, these flow into the tours, so each tour is an individual experience.
These points of interest we will visit:
- Caricature Museum (meeting point)
- Romans/Römerberg
- St. Nicolai Church
- Wertheim House
- Iron Bridge
- St. Paul's Church
- Town Hall
- Goethe House
- Imperial Cathedral of St. Bartholomew
- new old town
The following attractions may vary depending on the guide and the weather:
- station district
- Old European Central Bank
- Euro Sign
- Imperial Hall
- Old Bridge
- Skyline/Mainhattan
- Ratskeller
- Old Jewish Cemetery
- Kleinmarkthalle
- Staufer Wall
- Kaiserpfalz
• Towering skyscrapers like the MesseTurm and the Commerzbank Tower pierce the clouds, their glass surfaces reflecting the sunlight.
• Don't miss the Paulskirche, a church that played a pivotal role in German democracy, and the Museumsufer, a string of museums lining the riverbank.
• Sip on a cool drink as the city unfolds before you, or grab a light bite to energize everyone throughout the adventure, available to purchase on board.
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### Additional Highlights • Fun Fact: Frankfurt is often called ‘The Manhattan of Germany’ because of its lively social scene, culture, entertainment, and late-night atmosphere.
Frankfurt is much more than glass and steel: it's the historical heart of Germany! 🏛️👑
Forget the image of a bland banking city! Frankfurt is the historical heart of Germany. Join me on an entertaining journey through the centuries, from imperial coronation to skyscrapers. A journey through time:
Join me on a trip to the ancient center of the Holy Roman Empire. We will explore the place where powerful emperors were elected and crowned, and visit the place considered the cradle of German democracy. It's a journey following the footsteps of those who forged our history: from poets and visionary thinkers to brave democrats.
This is what you can expect:
We delve into the era when Frankfurt was the political center of the Holy Roman Empire. For more than 400 years, German emperors were elected and crowned here. We follow the historic coronation route and witness the leap from the imperial era to the birth of German democracy.
Highlights of our tour:
- 🏛️ Römerberg: The historic town hall and heart of the old town.
- 👑 Imperial Hall: Where magnificent coronation banquets were once held.
- 🏘️ New Old Town and Chicken Market: An architectural gem of reconstruction and modernity.
- ⚖️ House of the Golden Scales: One of the most magnificent half-timbered houses in the city.
- ⛪ St. Bartholomew's Cathedral: Monumental site of imperial elections.
- 🎨 Saalgasse: A colorful mix of bold and modern postmodernism.
- 🏗️ Wertheym House: The only half-timbered house in the old town that survived the war.
- 🌉 Iron Bridge: The most famous photo spot to view the skyline.
- 🗳️ St. Paul's Church: Symbol of freedom and the first German National Assembly.
Key facts and notes:
- ⏰ Duration: Approx. 2 1/2 hours at a relaxed pace.
- Meeting point: We meet at the Fountain of Justice in Römerberg. You'll recognize me by my pink umbrella.
- Concept: This tour is based on the "pay what you want" principle of GuruWalk. At the end, you decide how much the experience is worth.
- 🍔 Expert tips: After the tour, I'll gladly tell you where to find the best apple wine and the most authentic hand cheese off the usual tourist paths.
I look forward to showing you my Frankfurt and wish you a great time!
See you soon in Römerberg!
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• Set sail on a traditional white Rhine steamer through the Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, gliding past the winding loops of the lower mountain ranges, medieval castles, and terraced vineyards.
• Savor a riverside lunch in a unique restaurant decorated with antiques and collectibles, before continuing your journey through the valley.
• Enjoy a regional wine tasting in an authentic tavern, while learning about winemaking traditions that date back to ancient Roman times.
• Available only in summer, take an optional cable car ride for a bird’s-eye view of the vineyards and the river.
• Did you know? The Rhine Valley has inspired countless legends, including the myth of the Lorelei, a siren who lured sailors to their doom with her singing from a cliff above the river.
We are (mainly) a group of students who love Frankfurt, a city with all its facets and hidden treasures. Frankfurt has so much more to offer than its reputation as a banking city suggests.
Through our donation-based tours, we want to enable everyone to get to know our city in various ways, regardless of the size of their wallet.
Sachsenhausen is one of the most charming neighborhoods in Frankfurt. We will explore its picturesque streets on this free tour in Spanish.
At the indicated time, we will meet at the meeting point to start the free tour.
From there, we will take a walk to the Eiserner Steg bridge. On the other side of the Main River awaits Sachsenhausen: one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Frankfurt. We will stop in front of the Städel Museum, a true artistic reference in the region. After learning about its origins, we will admire the Gothic architecture of the Dreikönigskirche church.
We will continue the free tour in front of the oldest house in Frankfurt. When would you say it was built? The next stop will be on Brückenstrasse, the most famous street in Sachsenhausen. Its shop windows will catch your attention!
Next, we will take a break so that those who wish can enjoy an Apfelwein on their own. This popular apple wine is part of Frankfurt's culinary identity. We will explain some of its gastronomic customs to you! Then we will set our sights on the Kuhhirten Tower, which has a legendary past.
• Stay connected with free WiFi, power up devices with onboard power supply, and enjoy the comfortable air-conditioned journey.
• Flibco offers frequent services throughout the day, 7 days a week, and your ticket remains valid for the next available bus if you missed yours.
• Discover Frankfurt's vibrant city life with easy access to attractions, local cuisine at Sachsenhausen, and shopping at Zeil Street.
In this tour, I'll provide information and legends about monuments and buildings around Frankfurt.
It starts at Operaplatz, continues to Hauptwache.
We will guide you to fullfill the 'Prophecy of Money' (mini video game included: Bull & Bear & Beer), the story of 'Gilded Beard's Bankruptcy' and the Legend of the Ninth Shot' (mini video game included). Then we walk to "New Old Town" of Frankfurt. We will provide info about Chicken Market and all buildings surrounding it. Then we arrive in Römerberg, or as mostly known: Old Town Frankfurt. Here we need to fullfill the prophecy called the 'Walk of Power'. We talk about the history of Town Hall, 'Ostzeile' medieval buildings and some interesting historical facts and rumors. A walk alongside river Main and the Legends of Charmelange. The person who founded Frankfurt. Last stops is the original medieval house of Frankfurt and the bridge of Love. At the end of our tour you can play the 'Game of Riddles' and challenge your memory with stoirs already shared from our tour guide.
• Set the tone for your evening with a live DJ spinning lounge music, creating a laid-back, social atmosphere throughout the journey.
• Take in uninterrupted views of landmarks like the Main Tower and Frankfurt Cathedral, framed against the city’s illuminated skyline.
• Move freely between the open-air deck and indoor lounge, enjoy the breeze outside, or settle into a more relaxed indoor setting.
• Sip on drinks and order snacks à la carte while the skyline unfolds around you, without fixed seating or a rigid schedule.
• Experience Frankfurt in a way that blends sightseeing with ambiance, ideal for couples, groups, or a casual night out on the water.
🌆 Discover Frankfurt – more than banks and skyscrapers!
Frankfurt is a city of contrasts: modern skyline meets medieval charm, global finance meets cozy apple wine taverns. As a passionate traveler, I’ve joined many walking tours around the world – now it’s my turn to show you my city the way I love it: personal, vibrant, and full of surprising stories.
🚶♀️ What can you expect?
We’ll start at the historic Römerberg, where emperors were once crowned, and stroll to the Paulskirche, the cradle of German democracy. Afterwards we will have a look through the rebuilt Old Town. From there, we’ll explore the majestic cathedral, enjoy the view of the Iron Footbridge, and stop at the iconic Euro sculpture near the former European Central Bank. You’ll also meet Frankfurt’s famous bull and bear statues in front of the Stock Exchange, and admire the elegance of the Alte Oper (Old Opera House).
📍 Tour highlights:
- Römer & Römerberg
- Paulskirche
- New Old Town
- Frankfurt Cathedral
- Iron Footbridge & Main River
- Euro Symbol (former ECB)
- Alte Oper (Old Opera House)
- Frankfurt Stock Exchange with Bull & Bear
- Insider tips & local specialties
✨ Why join me?
I’m Lisa – curious, open-minded, and full of stories. Frankfurt isn’t just a stopover – it’s a hidden gem waiting to be explored. If you want to experience the city like a local and go beyond the obvious, I’d love to show you around. See you soon!
Explore Frankfurt’s hidden gems, historic sites, and scenic landscapes on this segway tour. It'll be a fun and unique way to discover every corner of the city!
Welcome to Frankfurt! I'll accompany you to discover some of the city's most important attractions. We'll meet at St. Bartholomew's Cathedral , then visit the Town Hall Square and the Town Hall. Then, we'll see St. Paul's Church , the seat of the first German Democratic Parliament. A few steps away is the house where one of Europe's most important writers lived: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe ; today, the house is a museum open to the public. Continuing, you'll see one of Frankfurt's oldest buildings, the Hauptwache , and then, a little further, visit the building that houses the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
The tour will conclude with a visit to the Alte Oper , a concert hall that was once used as an opera house.
In our guided tour you will discover the hidden places of Frankfurt, the lifestyle, its history and its most emblematic protagonists in a pleasant and entertaining way. Frankfurt offers history and modernity at the same time. Live an exciting and authentic experience in the most international city in Germany. The meeting point will be the Cathedral of Saint Bartholomew, also known as "Kaiser Dom" or "imperial cathedral" for being the scene of the coronation of the emperors of the Holy Roman Empire for centuries. There we will begin a tour of the most emblematic places of the financial capital of the European Union. In front of the Frankfurt City Hall we will tell you how the city has evolved and, of course, what were its origins. To do this, we will walk through the old town, where its pastel-colored wooden half-timbered houses will attract your attention. Next, we will visit the River Main and then we will head towards the Church of San Pablo, chosen as the seat of the Frankfurt Parliament in the mid-19th century. One of the most important buildings in the contemporary history of the Teutonic country. We will continue the free tour in the financial district of the city, where we will run into impressive skyscrapers. We will know the most famous towers of the skyline of the great metropolis. After two hours, we will end the tour of Frankfurt at the "Alte Oper" or Old Opera, one of the most imposing buildings that does not shrink in front of the huge skyscrapers of the financial district. You will love it!
