One Day Frankfurt Itinerary for Shoestring Budget Travelers

  • 9:00 AM: Romerberg
    10 minutes from the Main Train Station

    The historic heart of Frankfurt. Romerberg is perfect for people watching, snapping pictures of beautiful fairytale houses, and walking the cobbled paths of its wonderful old streets.

  • 11:00 AM: St. Paul's Church
    7 minutes (half a mile) from Romerberg

    St. Paul's Church is one of the symbols of democracy in Germany. It's an important landmark and a beautiful building located right in the heart of Frankfurt.

  • 12:30 PM: Alte Oper Frankfurt
    25 minutes (1.5 miles) from St. Paul's Church

    Visit the Alte Oper Frankfurt - An impressive old opera house turned into a concert hall, located in the center of town.

  • 2:00 PM: Museum Bank
    15 minutes (1 mile) from Alte Oper Frankfurt

    If you want some insights into the history of money and banking, this place is for you. The Museum Bank is free to enter, and interactive exhibits lead you through the complex history of financial markets and institutions.

  • 4:00 PM: Frankfurt City Forest
    25 minutes (2.5 miles) from the Museum Bank

    If you want to spend some time surrounded by nature in Frankfurt, the city forest is a great option. You can have a relaxing walk, have a picnic or some drinks, and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

  • 6:00 PM: Eiserner Steg
    30 minutes (2.6 miles) from Frankfurt City Forest

    Eiserner Steg is a pedestrian-only bridge across the Main river and a great place to take in some stunning views of the Frankfurt skyline.

  • 8:00 PM: Alt-Sachsenhausen
    7 minutes (0.3 miles) from Eiserner Steg

    Alt-Sachsenhausen is known as the party district with plenty of bars, pubs, and restaurants to choose from. Grab a bite to eat and enjoy a drink or two before you head back.

Zeit- und Kostenübersicht

  • Romerberg (1 hour, free)
  • St. Paul's Church (1 hour, free)
  • Alte Oper Frankfurt (1.5 hours, free)
  • Museum Bank (1.5 hours, free)
  • Frankfurt City Forest (2 hours, free)
  • Eiserner Steg (2 hours, free)
  • Alt-Sachsenhausen (2 hours, €15-€20 for food+dinks)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €15-€20

Transport

Frankfurt has an excellent public transportation system including buses, subways, and the train system, making it easy to travel quickly and inexpensively. The day ticket for public transport costs around €5 for unlimited trips within the city. Consider renting a bike too, as Frankfurt is bike-friendly, and cycling is a popular transportation option.

Nützliche Tipps

If you have more time, consider visiting the Frankfurt Zoo or Palmengarten. If you have less time, you can skip Frankfurt City Forest.

Flughäfen

Frankfurt am Main airport (FRA) is one of the busiest airports in Europe and the largest one in Germany. It's located just 7.5 miles from the city center, and it's connected to the city by trains, buses, and taxis. Frankfurt Hahn airport (HHN) is a smaller airport located 68 miles from Frankfurt city center and is primarily used by low-cost airlines.

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