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Trip One - Frankfurt
Home » Germany » Germany - Three Day Itinerary » Trip One - FrankfurtIf you’re only in Frankfurt for one day, or maybe a few days, there are definitely some major things you should visit. Here is a sample of what to seek out in your short stay in Frankfurt am Main.
Day One – City Tour
Start you trip to Frankfurt with a healthy dose of art and culture. This morning, visit the Städel art museum. This museum is located on the banks of the river Main. It has an extensive collection of European masterpieces from as early as the 14th century and dating to present day. It also features The Graphic Collection which includes 100,000 sketches and prints form the late Middle Ages.
In the afternoon, you can get to know Frankfurt in the quickest time possible with a guided tour of the city. A two and a half hour, motorized tour of the city – available in nine languages – is available daily. The tour includes visits of Römer (Frankfurt’s old town center) and the Goethe House (birthplaces of the famous author and poet Johann Wolfgang Goethe). The summer tour also includes a visit of the Main Tower, which offers a spectacular, bird’s eye view of Frankfurt. Tours cost 25 Euros for adults, 20 Euros for students, senior citizens and the handicapped, and 10 Euros for children ages to 10.
Day Two – Shopping, History and Opera
In the morning, check out the shops at the Zeil. The Zeil is the central shopping area in Frankfurt’s city center. The Zeligalerie mall and various department stores offer a wide range of products from top-of-the-line designer goods to everyday goods. The range in clothing is very extensive.
This afternoon is devoted to the history buff in you. Those interested in the historical development of Frankfurt and the surrounding area should make time to visit the exhibitions of the History Museum. Exhibits begin with history from the period between 1400 and 1520 and continue through to the 18th century. There is also a children's museum.
Tonight, catch a show at the Alte Oper, Frankfurt’s magnificent opera house. Since its reopening, the 19th century Alte Oper concert hall has been a vital part of the Frankfurt arts and culture scene. Alte Oper, with its acclaimed acoustics hosts a wide range of events in its Great Hall and Mozart Hall. International ensembles, soloists, symphonies, chamber orchestras, lieder recitals, jazz, rock, pop and even comedians grace the stage of this majestic building throughout the year.
Day Three – Frankfurt Outskirts
Many worthwhile attractions lie just outside of Frankfurt. Here are a few worth checking out.
In Roman Times, the Sallsburg Roman Fort guarded a section of the boundary wall in the Taunus hills. It was started in 83 AD. This fort is the only reconstructed Roman fort of its kind in the world. It houses a museum with an education program and hosts a wide range of events.
Eberbach Abbey is in the heart of the Rheingau, in a scenic valley away from the noisy roads and busy towns. The abbey is surrounded by woods and vineyards, with its gates open to visitors all year. The ancient abbey was used for the film “The Name of the Rose,” starring Sean Connery.
In contrast to the way its name sounds, Bad Homburg, is actually a celebrated health resort with a palace and park offering a perfect places for a day out. There is also a casino in the area, as well as the Taunus spa.
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