Altstadt Frankfurt

Frankfurt

Old Town showing heritage elements
Frankfurt Cathedral showing a river or creek, heritage elements and a sunset
Altstadt Frankfurt
Altstadt Frankfurt
Altstadt Frankfurt

Frankfurt’s historic heart is a dazzling district home to atmospheric squares, medieval landmarks, art galleries, museums, boutiques and centuries-old taverns.

Wander the characterful streets of Frankfurt’s Old Town (Altstadt), which was once the most impressive display of Gothic-style architecture in Germany. In its prime, the Old Town was a place for the coronation of Holy Roman emperors, the site of lavish royal celebrations and a favourite inspirational spot for poets. Allied bomb raids in 1944 left the district in ruins and ongoing redevelopment is bringing it back to its former splendour.

Life in the Old Town has revolved around Römerberg square since the 800s. Marvel at its stepped gable and half-timbered buildings, most notably Römer city hall. Visit Old St. Nikolai Church, which dates back to the 13th century. Browse handicraft stalls and try mulled wine at the Frankfurt Christmas Market, held from late November to late December. Just south, look for the Wertheim House, one of few buildings to survive Word War II bombings.

Walk from Römerberg to Frankfurt Cathedral. This striking church played a key role in the election and coronation of the emperors of the Holy Roman Empire. Find examples of antique reliquary, ceremonial robes and other religious artefacts in the Cathedral Museum. Enjoy magnificent city views from the 216-foot (66-metre) observation deck of the church’s tower.

Explore the district’s museums. The Historical Museum, housed in the Saalhof castle complex, showcases Frankfurt’s history from the medieval era. Admire the impressive collections of the Museum of Modern Art and Schirn Kunsthalle. Relive the lifestyles of ancient cultures at the Archaeology Museum of Frankfurt, set inside a former Carmelite Monastery.

Another sight worth visiting is St. Paul’s Church, where Germany’s first parliament convened in 1848. Take a guided tour of Frankfurt Goethe House, the childhood home of the acclaimed literary figure Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Alternatively, experience the lively ambiance of time-honored beer halls.

Reach Old Town easily via public trains and trams. The Dom/Römer U-Bahn station is a short walk from the major landmarks. The DomRömer project, providing extensive regeneration of the Old Town, is injecting new life into the historic courtyards, houses, passageways and squares between Römerberg and the cathedral.


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Top hotels in Altstadt Frankfurt

Motel One Frankfurt - Römer

Motel One Frankfurt - Römer

Berliner Straße 55, Frankfurt
The price is €108 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
€108
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (953 reviews)
"Great location and easy to walk to places."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Motel One Frankfurt - Römer
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Flughafen Terminal 1, Hugo-Eckener-Ring 15, Frankfurt, HE
The price is €123 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
€123
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,489 reviews)
Your cleaning products need changing
"The smell of the room 3014 when I entered was incredibly medicinal. It must be your cleaning fluid which was truly terrible. Everything else good but that's really unacceptable."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt

Unterschweinstiege 16, Frankfurt, HE
The price is €88 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
€88
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,278 reviews)
"Good food"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

De-Saint-Exupéry-Straße 4, Frankfurt, HE
The price is €79 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€79
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,002 reviews)
"Pretty good"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
Maritim Hotel Frankfurt

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt

Theodor-Heuss-Allee 3, Frankfurt, HE
The price is €81 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
€81
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Superb hotel
"Great rooms, loads of space, extra room for the kids at a great price, fantastic breakfast, super staff, central location, view of the ciry. We stay here once a year and look forward to it."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport

The Squaire, Am Flughafen, Frankfurt
The price is €126 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
€126
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,632 reviews)
"Nice and welcoming staff"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Frankfurt

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Innenstadt

Enjoy the popular shops in Innenstadt. MyZeil is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Frankfurt (M) Hauptwache Station or Eschenheimer Tor Station to see more of Frankfurt.

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Bahnhofsviertel

3/5(144 area reviews)

Bahnhofsviertel is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kaiserstrasse and Museumsufer. See more of Frankfurt by jumping on the metro at Weserstraße-Münchener Straße Tram Stop or Münchener Straß/ Frankfurt Central Tram Stop.

Bahnhofsviertel
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Ostend

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

Noted for its restaurants and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Ostend. Top attractions like Frankfurt Zoo and European Central Bank are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Zobelstraße Tram Stop or Ostendstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Sachsenhausen Nord

4/5(19 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Sachsenhausen Nord. Top attractions like Staedel Museum and Museumsufer are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Schwanthalerstraße Tram Stop or Schweizer Place U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Sachsenhausen Nord
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Westend-Süd

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending time in Westend-Süd, check out sights like Senckenberg Museum or Deutsche Bank Twin Towers and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westend Station or Festhalle-Messe Tram Stop.

Westend-Süd
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Nordend West

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Nordend West is well liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Explora and Main Cemetery Frankfurt are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Nibelungenallee-Deutsche Bibliothek U-Bahn or Glauburgstrasse Station to get around.

Nordend West

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