Römer, Frankfurt

Enjoy a sightseeing tour through Frankfurt aboard a comfortable double-decker bus. When the weather's good, the roof of the bus stays open, letting you take in a clear view of the most beautiful buildings and parks in the city. Get to know this bustling metropolis in a whole new way as you listen to commentary in 10 languages. Hop on or off the buses as often as you like at any of the stops along the route, sprinkled throughout the city's most interesting areas. Learn about Frankfurt's main attractions while on the bus, or explore the city's beautiful sights at your own pace. Take a quick trip through the bustling city center (Express City Tour) or along Frankfurt's famous skyline (Skyline Tour), both available for just one price. Stops: Paulskirche - Römer - Goethe-Haus - Main Tower - Alte Oper - Palmengarten - Senkenbergmuseum - Messe - Hauptbahnhof - Museumsufer - Eisener Steg - Alt Sachsenhausen - Untermainkai - Mainkai - Zoo Frankfurt - Hauptwache. You can get on or off at any of the 16 stops as many times as you please with the 24 hour hop-on hop-off ticket.

Enjoy a 1-hour walk through Frankfurt at night with a robed hangman as your guide. Follow your scary guide (if you dare) on a journey of discovery of Frankfurt's history and his bloody work. But while you listen to your guide, be aware, for he must finish his work and he has no time to waste because the devil is after him.  Start your journey into the past at the cathedral, where German kings and emperors were elected and crowned. Continue towards the bank of the Main where many culprits, mostly women, were drowned in the water. Finally, reach your final stop, the Römer, Frankfurt's famous Town Hall, where you will learn all about the Römerberg's gruesome past as the location of many medieval death penalty punishments and torture chambers.

Enjoy a walking tour through Frankfurt’s winding laneways and experience the past and the present of the New Old Town. Learn how, with recent reconstruction, Frankfurt has managed to bring part of its colorful history back to life. Meet up with your english-speaking city guide and other participants at Römerberg, in front of the "Römer," Frankfurt's city hall. Begin a walk through the New Old Town, a unique district of Frankfurt. Additionally, see many more highlights, such as the Frankfurt Cathedral, St. Paul's Church, Eiserner Steg footbridge, and Museum Embankment with views of the city skyline.

Discover the highlights of Frankfurt with a local guide on a 1.5-hour walking tour that lets you compare the historic monuments with some of the skyscrapers of the modern era. Meet your guide at the iconic Justitia-Brunnen statue and make your way to your first stop, the iron footbridge of the Eiserner Steg, built in 1868. As you stroll, learn how many of the grand buildings were destroyed during World War II, and hear about the major renovation of 2008-9. See the historic Römer and Paulskirche, where the 1st German national assembly took place. You will explore the latest project of the city of Frankfurt, the new old town (Neue Altstadt). Along the way, get useful information about every attraction.

This bike tour is ideal for both Frankfurt locals and new visitors to the city. The tour offers the perfect mix of famous landmarks (the "Römer", European Central Bank, the Goethe House, the Old Town), and insider tips. Your qualified tour guide will show you the most beautiful sides of Frankfurt. Your tour begins in the heart of Sachsenhausen, one of the most popular districts in the city. Numerous old buildings from the Gründerzeit (Wilhelminian era) give the neighborhood its flair, as well as numerous trendy bars, cozy cafés, and a wide selection of restaurants and traditional cider taverns. Here, traditional food is served in a rustic setting together with cider. Sachsenhausen was dominated by orchards up until the 19th century and apple cider was produced here. Cycle through small streets and the painters’ quarter to the southern banks of the Main River with the famous Museum Embankment. Here you will find the Städel Museum with the spectacular extension and the renowned exhibitions, the Liebighaus, and the Museum of Applied Art. Cross over the Holbeinsteg bridge to the other side of the Main River and ride through Frankfurt’s old town. The Römer overlooks the old royal road leading to the Frankfurt Cathedral (which isn’t actually a cathedral) and the beautiful half-timbered buildings. St. Paul’s Church, the cradle of German democracy, is located only a few meters away. You will then ride along the Großer Hirschgraben to Goethe’s family residence. The famous writer was born here and spent his youth here. He impressively described this time in his autobiography. The green "Wallanlage" was built on the former medieval line of defense in the 20th century. Cycle through the heart of the city on traffic-free roads to the new and old opera houses, and admire the impressive cityscape with its high-rise towers. A detour takes you to the old stock exchange with the popular motif of the bull and bear. Back on the Wallanlage, you will cycle east of the city and return to the Main River. The new landmark of the city will then be located directly in front of you. The new tower of the European Central Bank (ECB) is the impressive counterpoint to the high-rise buildings located on the west side. One of the most popular bars in the city is situated right by the water, at the foot of the former wholesale market hall, which is now part of the ECB. The Oosten bar has a great terrace overlooking the city. Ride across the much acclaimed new bridge from the East Harbor back to the southern banks of the Main River. You will then cycle a few meters back to the starting point in Sachsenhausen, where the tour ends. At the end of the trip your tour guide will show you the traditional cider taverns in Frankfurt. The bike route takes you along quiet, traffic-free cycle paths and roads. Your tour guide will provide detailed information on the sights during regular stops along the way.

Begin your private walking tour at the fountain of justice, where you'll meet your guide and start your journey through Frankfurt's history. Explore the Römer, a collection of nine medieval houses that have served as the city hall for over 600 years. Learn about its significance and its role in hosting weddings and civil registrations. Next, visit the St. Bartholomew Cathedral, the largest Roman Gothic church in Frankfurt. Admire its impressive tower, organ, and vaulted ceilings, and learn about its importance as a symbol of unity during the Empire era. Cross the Iron Footbridge, or Eiserner Steg, a historic iron footbridge that offers stunning views of the city skyline. Pass by the Städel Museum, home to a remarkable collection of art, and the Eurotower, a skyscraper that was once the seat of the European Central Bank. Visit the Goethe House, the birthplace and childhood home of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, and explore his early works. Continue your tour to St. Paul's Church, a significant political symbol in Germany and the seat of the first Frankfurt Parliament in 1848. Walk through the Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling market offering a variety of fresh foods and delicacies. Conclude your tour at the Alte Oper, the Old Opera House, which has hosted many great operas and concerts. Admire its grand architecture and the Opera Square in front of it, reflecting the city's rich artistic heritage.

There is no better place to see Frankfurt’s panorama than from the MAIN TOWER, Germany’s 4th tallest skyscraper. You will have the best time at this observation deck with a Private Guide who will point out all the landmarks and share interesting facts about the city’s history and culture. Come and experience Frankfurt in all its glory! Book a 2-hour private tour of the MAIN TOWER with reserved entrance tickets and a Licensed Guide. Your tour will begin in the heart of Frankfurt’s booming financial center. We'll book your entrance tickets to the MAIN TOWER in advance, so you will skip the line at the ticket office. You’ll go up to the observation deck on the 55th floor to enjoy the best panoramic views of Frankfurt, featuring the historic Old Town with Frankfurt Cathedral, modern skyscrapers, the Old Opera, and the Dreikönigskirche on the other side of the Main River. This is the best place to see all the highlights at once and to take amazing photos. After visiting the MAIN TOWER you will also venture out into the Old Town to see the Old Town Hall, Alte Nikolaikirche, and the reconstructed timber houses lining the cobbled Römerberg up close. Book an extended 3-hour private tour to see more highlights of the Old Town and visit the MAIN TOWER and the Frankfurt Cathedral. On this walking tour you will dive deeper into Frankfurt’s history and follow the Royal Route through the New Old Town to the Imperial Cathedral of Saint Bartholomew. Come and admire the Cathedral’s Gothic interior with vaulted ceilings, intricately carved altar backdrops, statutes, painting and stained-glass windows. You will discover its important role as the religious counterpart of the royal palace and its intimate connection to Frankfurt.

Dimitri, one of the most popular and best-rated Frankfurt guides with Russian roots, has lived in the Main metropolis for 35 years and loves this "smallest city in the world". Let his enthusiasm for Frankfurt infect you and immerse yourself in the rich history of this beautiful and diverse city, from its foundation to the present day. Experience an entertaining mix of humor and in-depth knowledge. Walk not only past the most famous sights such as St. Paul's Church, the Römerberg, the Iron Footbridge, the Imperial Cathedral and the New Old Town, but also explore hidden paths off the beaten track. Let yourself be inspired and receive valuable tips for your further stay in the Main metropolis from this experienced certified guide, who is also one of the most likeable guides Frankfurt has to offer. During this entertaining tour you will see the most important sights and landmarks of Frankfurt from the outside: St. Paul's Church, Römer complex, Römerberg, Eiserner Steg, Museumsufer, Alte Brücke, new ECB, Kaiserdom, Kaiserpfalz, Neue Altstadt. If opening hours allow, Dimitri will take you on one or two tours of the interior with short, fascinating explanations. Let yourself be surprised! Please note, however, that St. Paul's Church and the Kaisersaal in the Römer are not a compulsory part of this guided tour, as they may be closed due to city events.

Climb aboard a hotrod vehicle and start your engine. Begin at the Hanauer Landstrasse and drive straight to the industrial port of Frankfurt. Take in the spectacular views of the Frankfurt skyline known as Mainhattan. Next, drive along the Mainufer river and pass by numerous museums. Continue on to Sachsenhausen before you drive over the Friedensbrücke bridge to reach the famous financial district. Finally, drive through the Gallusviertel and make a short photo stop at Frankfurt's number one hotspot, the Römer.

Learn about the history of Frankfurt and explore the city at your own pace on this self-guided tour. Walk from the Old Opera House to the Imperial Cathedral, solving historical puzzles as you go. Starting with the Old Opera House, a symbol of Frankfurt's historical, architectural, and geopolitical influence since 1869, you will journey through the city's vibrant past. Follow in the footsteps of haute couture, explore luxury fashion labels, and experience the local favorite, apple wine. Cross the Peace Bridge for stunning views and a taste of Frankfurt's artistic heritage, and finally, end your tour at the Römer and the historic Imperial Cathedral, where emperors were crowned since 852.