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Things to see in Frankfurt (Germany): 66 places and when to go
Frankfurt is a major city in Germany with around 2,895,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 66 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (18), History (15), Nature (13). The best known are Städel, St. Paul's Church, Frankfurt and Frankfurt Cathedral. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 52. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 50.1, 8.675
- Population
- About 2,895,000
- Places
- 66 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (18) · History (15) · Nature (13) · Wildlife (12) · Food and drink (8) · Temples (6)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- FRA Frankfurt am Main, 12 km as the crow flies
What to see in Frankfurt
The places in and around Frankfurt, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- StädelArt museum in Frankfurt, Germany376 m
- St. Paul's Church, FrankfurtChurch in Frankfurt/Main, Germany1.3 km
- Frankfurt CathedralGothic church located in the centre of Frankfurt am Main, Germany1.4 km
- Naturmuseum SenckenbergMuseum of natural history in Frankfurt2.6 km
- Alte OperConcert hall and former opera house in Frankfurt am Main, Germany1.8 km
- Frankenstein CastleCastle ruin in Mühltal, Hesse, Germany34 km
- EuropaturmTelevision tower in Frankfurt, Germany4.2 km
- Goethe HouseGoethe family residence in Frankfurt am Main1.3 km
- St. Catherine's Church, FrankfurtFirst new Protestant church in Frankfurt after the Reformation1.5 km
- Frankfurt Zoological GardenZoo in Frankfurt, Germany2.6 km
- HauptwacheBuilding in Frankfurt, Germany1.5 km
- Museum für Moderne KunstArt museum in Frankfurt, Germany1.5 km
- Deutsches ArchitekturmuseumMuseums and art578 m
- PalmengartenBotanical garden in Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany3.0 km
- Old St. Nicholas ChurchChurch building in Altstadt (Frankfurt/Main), Germany1.2 km
- Philippsruhe CastleCastle in Hanau (Germany)16 km
- Eschenheimer TurmLandmark of Frankfurt1.9 km
- Rumpenheim CastleNational heritage site9.7 km
- Saint Justin's Church, Frankfurt-HöchstRoman Catholic church in Frankfurt / Main, Germany9.0 km
- Kelsterbach stationRailway station in Kelsterbach, Germany11 km
- OberwaldbergMountain in Germany14 km
- ReuschbergNature · Mountains42 km
- Walloon-Dutch Church HanauChurch building in Hanau, Germany18 km
- Amerikafeld und Schindkaute bei SteinheimNature reserve in Hesse, Germany16 km
And the other 42, by what you come to do:
- Museums and art: Deutsches Goldschmiedehaus
- Nature: Mönchbruch von Mörfelden und Rüsselsheim, Mühlbachtal von Bergen-Enkheim, Pechgraben bei Klein-Krotzenburg, Schwanheimer Düne, Enkheimer Ried, Harheimer Ried, Riedwiesen bei Niederursel, Rumpenheimer und Bürgeler Kiesgruben, Schifflache bei Großauheim
- With kids: Heinrich-Fischer-Bad, Wildpark Alte Fasanerie
- Food and drink: Offenbacher Wochenmarkt, Brauerei Bier-Hannes, Brauschlumber, Faselbräu Brewery, Frankfurt Stock Exchange, Hopfünf, Staanemer Braukunst, The Seven Hats Wine Company
- History: Schwarzkopftunnel
- Hot springs: Badestelle Walldorfer See, Langener Waldsee
- Hiking: Bonifatiusroute Germany (Hessen), Elisabeth Paths, Gebietswanderweg: Großkrotzenburg => Kahl, Gebietswanderweg Rotes X, Elsenfeld Bhf. - Hobbach Neuhammer, Gebietswanderweg Rotes X: Laufach - Wiesbütt, Hessenweg 4 (Teilstrecke Oberursel-Weißkirchen - Frankfurt-Süd), Hessenweg 9, Hugenotten- und Waldenserpfad, Etappe Erzhausen - Zeppelinheim, Hugenotten- und Waldenserpfad, Etappe Zeppelinheim - Frankfurt (Main), Hugenotten- und Waldenserpfad (Schleife Main - Spessart - Vogelsberg - Wetterau) Teilstrecke Altenstadt - Ffm-Bonames, HW1-Variante, Jakobspilgerweg Marburg - Frankfurt (Teilstück Stadtgebiet Ffm), Camino de Santiago, Lutherweg 1521 (Teilstück Friedberg - Neu Isenburg), Mainweg part 10, Taunusklub Route 018, Taunusklub Route 023
- Mountains: Odenwaldklubhaus Rüsselsheim
- Stargazing: Volkssternwarte
When to go to Frankfurt
The best time to visit Frankfurt is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:18
- FebPossible9:49
- MarPossible11:33
- AprBest time13:31
- MayBest time15:12
- JunBest time16:08
- JulBest time15:45
- AugBest time14:16
- SepBest time12:21
- OctBest time10:27
- NovPossible8:44
- DecBest time7:52
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 52. In April, 65 of the 66 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Frankfurt
The nearest main airport is Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA, Frankfurt am Main), 12 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Neu-Anspach123 places22 km
- Wiesbaden217 places30 km
- Ronneburg37 places32 km
- Mainz139 places32 km
- Wölfersheim33 places35 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Frankfurt?
The best known: Städel, St. Paul's Church, Frankfurt, Frankfurt Cathedral, Naturmuseum Senckenberg, Alte Oper. In all, 66 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Frankfurt?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 52.
How do you get to Frankfurt?
The nearest main airport is Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA), 12 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Frankfurt as the destination and these 66 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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