See and Do in Frankfurt
Expats who relocate to Frankfurt will have a great time finding their way around the city and discovering the attractions and activities on offer. Start by taking a stroll around to learn about the history of this fascinating city. Step off at the Well of Justice fountain in Romweberg Square, which dates back to 1
541, marvel at the beautiful and opulent Goethe-Haus, where the author and poet Johan Wolfgang von Goethe was born in 1749, then climb to the top of the Eschenheimer Turm, which dates back to the 15th century.
Cultural vultures will love meandering through the Städel Gallery, which houses works by Renoir or head to the Museum of Sculpture which showcases sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome, while the best place to spend a relaxing day surrounded by nature is to pack a picnic and relax in beautiful Botanical Gardens.
541, marvel at the beautiful and opulent Goethe-Haus, where the author and poet Johan Wolfgang von Goethe was born in 1749, then climb to the top of the Eschenheimer Turm, which dates back to the 15th century. Cultural vultures will love meandering through the Städel Gallery, which houses works by Renoir or head to the Museum of Sculpture which showcases sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome, while the best place to spend a relaxing day surrounded by nature is to pack a picnic and relax in beautiful Botanical Gardens.
Eschenheimer Turm
Dating back to the 15th century, the Eschenheimer Turm is one of the few remaining medieval portions of the wall that was built to encircle Frankfurt. Expats who are new to the city should climb to the top of the 154-foot high (47m) gothic tower to admire the views of the city.
Tel: (069) 292 244
Goethe-Haus
This famous house is the where the renowned poet and writer Johan Wolfgang von Goethe was born 19 1749. The house has been preserved to show how the well-to-do lived in the late Baroque era and is a reconstruction of the house as the original was destroyed in World War II. Non-European expats will love this glimpse into Frankfurt’s past.
www.goethehaus-frankfurt.de
Tel: (069) 138 800
Dating back to the 15th century, the Eschenheimer Turm is one of the few remaining medieval portions of the wall that was built to encircle Frankfurt. Expats who are new to the city should climb to the top of the 154-foot high (47m) gothic tower to admire the views of the city.
Tel: (069) 292 244
Goethe-Haus
This famous house is the where the renowned poet and writer Johan Wolfgang von Goethe was born 19 1749. The house has been preserved to show how the well-to-do lived in the late Baroque era and is a reconstruction of the house as the original was destroyed in World War II. Non-European expats will love this glimpse into Frankfurt’s past.
www.goethehaus-frankfurt.de
Tel: (069) 138 800
Well of Justice (Gerechtigkeitsbrunnen)
Built in Frankfurt’s central square of Romweberg in 1541, the Well of Justice has changed a lot over the last few centuries and the original sandstone statues were moved to the Museum of Local History. But the fountain and statue overlooking it is still worth a visit for any Frankfurt resident.
Botanical Gardens
Spend a day strolling through the beautiful Botanical Garden in Frankfurt and enjoy the journey through different areas of the plant kingdom. Marvel at the hardwood forests of North America to the sparse African savannah and enjoy the exotic rainforest flowers and open space away from the humdrum of the city.
www.palmengarten-frankfurt.de
(069) 2123 3939
German Film Museum (Deutsches Filmmuseum)
This museum is constantly screening old movies from its collection and expats who are eager to learn about the country’s movie history should head to the Deutsches Filmmuseum to look at the exhibits, models and images.
Tel (069) 961 220 220
Liebieghaus
Built in 1896 for Czech Baron Heinrich Liebieg, Liebieghaus is Frankfurt's Museum of Sculpture, a definite must for culture lovers. Sculptures from ancient times can be seen from Sumeria, Egypt, Greece and Rome.
www.liebieghaus.de
Tel: (069) 6500 490
Städel Gallery
This is Frankfurt’s most important gallery and contains some exquisite European works of art with everything from 19th and 20th century German painters, to French impressionists like Renoir and Monet. The most impressive piece in the museum is Jan van Eyck's Madonna (1433).
www.staedelmuseum.de
Tel: (069) 605 0980
Frankfurt Zoo
This zoo was nearly completely destroyed in World War II when only 20 animals survived, but today it features the popular Big Cat Jungle and Exotarium as well as over 3,200 animals in habitats that most closely resemble their own natural habitats.
www.zoo-frankfurt.de
Tel: (069) 212 33735
Historical Museum (Historisches Museum)
With changing exhibitions, the Historical Museum features objects and artefacts that date back as far as the Middle Ages – a great way for non-European visitors to catch a glimpse into the very distant past of Frankfurt and Europe.
Tel: (069) 212 355 99
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