9 Days in Frankfurt: A Journey Through History and Nature

Nassar Abdo

10 Mar 2024

Embark on a 9-day adventure in Frankfurt, where ancient marvels and natural wonders await. Explore the iconic Frankfurter Römer and Frankfurt Cathedral, immerse yourself in the lush Günthersburgpark, and get up close with exotic animals at Zoo Frankfurt. Discover the beauty of State Park Hanau Wilhelmsbad and Lohr Park, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Römerberg. Dive into history at the Historisches Museum Frankfurt and marvel at the stunning skyline from Skyline Plaza. Indulge in local flavors at Kleinmarkthalle, visit the historic St. Paul's Church and Goethe House, and enjoy panoramic views from the Visitors Terrace at Frankfurt Airport. Immerse yourself in culture at Alte Oper and Senckenberg Naturmuseum, and unwind in the picturesque Schloss Bad Homburg and Kurpark Bad Homburg. Experience the open-air museum Hessenpark and relax in the serene Rebstockpark. Finally, let your curiosity soar at the EXPERIMINTA ScienceCenter. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Frankfurt am Main

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Exploring Frankfurt's Historic Gems

$ 4

This medieval building with a stepped gable facade is now town hall with a balcony & many portraits.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Gothic-style Catholic cathedral decorated with Renaissance frescoes, plus a tower with city views.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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City green space with a popular fountain/splash pad, sports courts & a children’s playground.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2A Wild Adventure at Zoo Frankfurt and Ost Park

$ 4

Zoo founded in 1858, keeping hundreds of animal species in their naturalistic habitats.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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A playground & sports facilities amid walking paths, meadows, trees & a 4.2-hectare pond.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Nature Retreat at State Park Hanau Wilhelmsbad and Lohr Park

$ 7

Vast English gardens with a vintage 1700s carousel, castle ruins & tree-lined paths.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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Easygoing park with massive oaks, playground areas, scenic views & a picturesque vineyard.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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Reconstructed timber houses lining the cobbled town square, also home to a museum & Gothic church.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Immerse in History at Historisches Museum Frankfurt and Skyline Plaza

$ 4

Collections of art & artifacts on Frankfurt's history from medieval times to the present day.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Culinary Delights at Kleinmarkthalle and Cultural Exploration

$ 4

Market hall with 60+ vendors selling a variety of groceries, plus flowers, wine & prepared foods.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Redbrick church, a memorial to the start of German democracy, now hosting concerts & exhibitions.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Tour the house where the writer/politician was born & grew up, with period interiors & exhibition.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

38 - 46 min

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 6A Cultural Feast at Alte Oper and Senckenberg Naturmuseum

$ 4

Former opera house, opened in 1880 & rebuilt after WWII, with a classical concert program.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Dinosaur skeletons & a giant anaconda featured in the collections of a large natural history museum.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Discovering the Charm of Schloss Bad Homburg and Kurpark Bad Homburg

$ 4

Baroque palace, once a Prussian imperial residence, with original furnishings, plus medieval tower.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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19th century park on 116 acres with mineral springs, golf, tennis courts, restaurants & playgrounds.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Journey Through Time at Hessenpark and Serenity at Rebstockpark

$ 4

Open-air museum with regional timber-framed houses, history exhibitions & displays of rural crafts.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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Woodland walks in a storied park with a family water slides, lakeside picnic spots & a soccer field.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 9Unleashing Your Inner Scientist at EXPERIMINTA ScienceCenter

Science center, for all ages, with fun, interactive experiment stations & brief descriptions.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $30 In total

Activities & Food:Free

Transport:$30