Four Days in Frankfurt, Germany

  • Day 1: Visit the Famous Römerberg Square
    15 minutes (1.3 miles) from Frankfurt Central Station

    The Römerberg Square is located in the heart of Frankfurt's Old Town and is a beautifully decorated square surrounded by restored, medieval-style buildings. It is also home to the famous Römer building, which has served as Frankfurt's town hall for over 600 years. Guests can also explore St. Paul's Church or enjoy some traditional German dishes at The Römer's restaurants.

  • Day 2: Visit the Goethe House & Museum
    25 minutes (2.1 miles) from Römerberg Square

    The Goethe House is the birthplace and childhood home of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, one of Germany's most important literary figures. The house has been preserved as a museum with period furniture and decor, giving visitors a glimpse into Goethe's early life. The adjacent museum showcases Goethe's life work in literary, scientific and other fields.

  • Day 3: Ascend to the Top of Main Tower
    20 minutes (1.3 miles) from Goethe House

    The Main Tower is Frankfurt's fourth-tallest building and offers a breathtaking view of the city skyline from the top. Visitors can ascend to the observation deck via one of the two express elevators and enjoy a 360-degree view of Frankfurt. Main Tower is open from 10 am to 9 pm.

  • Day 4: Visit the Senckenberg Natural History Museum
    30 minutes (2.5 miles) from Main Tower

    The Senckenberg Natural History Museum is the second-largest museum of its kind in Germany and displays over 40 exhibits of animals and plants from different eras, and taxidermy, including the incredible dinosaur collection. The museum is perfect for curious children, teenagers and adults alike to learn about natural sciences and evolution. Senckenberg Natural History Museum is open from 10 am to 5 pm.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Römerberg Square (1-2 hours, free)
  • Goethe House & Museum (2-3 hours, €7-10)
  • Main Tower (1-2 hours, € 7.50-10)
  • Senckenberg Natural History Museum (2-3 hours, €6-8)
  • Total Estimated Costs: € 21.50-28

Transportation

Frankfurt's excellent public transportation system of S-bahn and U-bahn operated by RMV network is the easiest way to travel through the city. One can purchase tickets at vending machines, stations or via RMV app. RMV day ticket is available for €9.90 and is valid for unlimited rides on all eligible modes of transportation within Frankfurt's city limit. Alternative modes such as taxis, car rentals or bicycles are also available for those who need them.

Useful Tips

If you have more than four days in Frankfurt, visit Goethe University, Palmengarten, Frankfurt Zoo or Jewish Museum Frankfurt, especially if interested in culture & history. For a fun shopping experience, visit the Zeil shopping street in Frankfurt city center. Those staying for a shorter time can skip Senckenberg Natural History Museum and St. Paul's Church and enjoy walking through the various parks and gardens Frankfurt has to offer, like Grüneburgpark.

Airports

Frankfurt is home to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which is located 9 miles south of the city center. It is Germany's largest airport and serves as a major international hub to destinations all over the world. The second closest airport is Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN), located about 68 miles west of Frankfurt, mostly served by low-cost airlines.

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