Frankfurt Travelers Recommend

Starting out from either Munich or Frankfurt, 3-, 4- and 5-day tours allow plenty of time to discover the medieval gems of the Romantic Road and tour the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle, as well as visiting nearby sights like the historic town of Heidelberg, Ludwig II’s Linderhof Castle or the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak. For the ultimate Romantic Road tour, opt for a 7-day of Romantic Germany from Frankfurt to Munich, which visits UNESCO-listed sites like the Wurzburg Residence, Heidelberg Castle and the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, as well as the nearby Black Forest. Alternatively, those short on time can take in choice highlights of the Romantic Road like Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Augsburg and Donauworth, on an overnight tour between Munich and Frankfurt. It’s even possible to take in top attractions on a day tour – take a Wurzburg day tour from Frankfurt, or a guided tour of the Romantic Road, Rothenburg and Harburg Castle from either Munich or Frankfurt.

For one thing, Frankfurt sponsors the arts with more money than any other European city. You can find many of these along the Main River in the Museumsufer District. Here the exhibits range from architecture to film to the city’s Jewish history. Other attractions include the city zoo and the beautiful Palmengarten, Frankfurt’s botanical garden. After you’ve seen some art, fauna and flora, you’ll probably want some food and drink. For all the staid businessmen, the city’s bar and club scene is among the best in Europe. In particular, you’ll want to check out the King Kamehameha Club. Why a German music venue is named for a famed Hawaiian monarch is anyone’s guess, but the club is a top stop for local, national and international acts. Consider taking a day trip to Rothenberg. Through Viator, you can book a motor coach tour that takes you through the scenic Spessart Mountains to Rothenberg, Germany’s “Jewel of the Middle Ages.

From the towering spires of Cologne’s UNESCO-listed cathedral to the traditional wine taverns of Mainz, the Rhine Valley has plenty of world-class sights, but the region’s most magnetic tourist attraction is its scenery. With clusters of timber-fronted houses lining the riverside medieval towns, ancient fortresses rising up from the surrounding cliff tops and vast vineyards sprawling along the foothills, it’s easy to see why the Rhine is one of Germany’s most popular cruise destinations and nearby Frankfurt makes a convenient starting point for tours. Take a half- or full-day trip to the Rhine Valley from Frankfurt and soak up the highlights with a river cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage listed Middle Rhine Valley, stopping off to sample local wines amidst the terraced vineyards of Rudesheim and admire the iconic Loreley Rock.