Best places to stay in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Marriott Hotel
Hamburger Allee 2, Frankfurt, 60486
Stay at the tallest hotel in Germany, 159 metres to be exact, and enjoy a stunning view of the city from your room. Business visitors have access to the 25 meeting rooms and the Messe Frankfurt exhibition centre opposite the hotel, and the airport is just 15 minutes away.
Steigenburger Frankfurter Hof
Am Kaiserplatz, Bethmannstraße 33, Frankfurt, 60311
With five stars and boasting a choice of traditional and modern rooms for all tastes, this stunning 1876 building is located near Frankfurt Cathedral. Relax in the city’s largest spa or indulge in an afternoon tea in true decadence.
Melia Frankfurt City
Senckenberganlage 13, Frankfurt, 60325
Stay at this impressive, modern skyscraper hotel in the middle of the city and visit the signature restaurant “oben” on the upper floor, with a terrace boasting unbeatable views and world-class cuisine. Guests can enjoy access to the on-site sauna and gym, 431 modern rooms and state-of-the-art meeting rooms.
Best places to eat in Frankfurt
Thai and Surf Steakhouse
Mörfelder Landstraße 235, Frankfurt, 60598
Sophisticated décor provides a perfect setting for either a company event or quiet dinner for two. Exotic Thai cuisine and fine meat dishes can be found on the menu, such as Whiskey-Aged-Rib-Eye steak or spicy Phad Bai Grapraow, and sweet wontons for dessert.
Ariston
Heiligkreuzgasse 29, Frankfurt, 60313
Bringing the Mediterranean to Frankfurt, Ariston is a modern restaurant serving both traditional and modern Greek dishes. Take a seat on the sidewalk for some al fresco style dining and enjoy crispy calamari, roasted lamb or even moussaka.
African Queen
Schloßstraße 113, Frankfurt, 60329
Tuck into large platters of spicy East African cuisine in a cosy setting.The authentic African-styled interior features exotic artwork, cattle skins, and wood and stone finishes create a truly relaxed and unique vibe. You may just forget you’re in the middle of Germany.
Best things to do in and around Frankfurt
Palmengarten Botanical Garden
Palmengarten der Stadt, Siesmayerstraße 63, Frankfurt, 60323
Spread across an incredible 50 acres, the garden has been a central feature of the city since 1871. Flowers and plants from all corners of the globe thrive within specialist climate-controlled zones, including sub-arctic and tropical. You might catch one of the creative festivals, family days or live music performances if you’re lucky.
Old Opera House
Opernpl. 1, Frankfurt, 60313
This opera house has stood the test of time. Destroyed by bombing in 1944 it re-opened in 1981 after a full reconstruction. Book a guided tour to learn about the history of the building, or enjoy a classical concert, a musical or a family show.
Main Tower
Neue Mainzer Street 52-58, Frankfurt, 60311
Head to one of the viewing platforms in the city’s fourth tallest building for an uninterrupted view of Frankfurt, then dine in the plush restaurant and lounge on the 53rd floor for an unforgettable dinner experience.