# Essential Frankfurt Travel Guide: What to See & Do **Discover Frankfurt: Medieval Heritage and a Modern Skyline** Frankfurt am Main is a city of striking contrasts. Glass towers rise above the River Main, reflecting the city’s role as a major financial center, while its historic heart recalls imperial ceremonies, medieval trade, and traditional German urban life. This combination of old and new makes Frankfurt more than an airport stopover. ## Frankfurt’s Historic Heart Frankfurt developed around an important river crossing and grew into a powerful commercial center during the Middle Ages. Today, **Römerberg** remains the city’s historic focal point. The square is framed by reconstructed half-timbered buildings and the **Römer**, Frankfurt’s celebrated town hall. Nearby, **Frankfurt Cathedral** reflects the city’s role in the coronation of Holy Roman Emperors. **St. Paul’s Church**, meanwhile, connects Frankfurt with the development of modern German democracy. Together, these landmarks offer an overview of the city’s political, commercial, and architectural heritage. ## Museums and Frankfurt’s Cultural Heritage Frankfurt’s cultural identity extends well beyond its historic buildings. **Goethe’s birthplace** represents the city’s literary heritage, while the **Museumsufer** along the River Main brings together major cultural institutions, including the **Städel Museum** and the **Senckenberg Natural History Museum**. Jewish history is also an essential part of Frankfurt’s story. It is preserved through the **Jewish Museum**, the former **Judengasse** site, historic cemeteries, and memorials. ## What to See and Do in Frankfurt For travelers deciding what to see in Frankfurt, the city offers grand landmarks alongside distinctive urban details. Walks along the River Main provide excellent skyline views, particularly from the **Iron Bridge**. The surreal subway entrance at **Bockenheimer Warte** adds a playful element to the city’s architecture and design. Frankfurt also offers varied shopping experiences. The busy **Zeil** is complemented by the luxury boutiques of **Goethestraße**. Local food traditions include the famous **Frankfurter sausage**, an important part of the city’s culinary identity. ## Frankfurt in Winter During winter, the historic Christmas market fills the city center with seasonal aromas and a festive atmosphere. It provides another way to experience Frankfurt’s historic surroundings while enjoying the city’s seasonal character. Whether you are interested in museums, architecture, markets, shopping, or riverside walks, Frankfurt offers a lively and layered experience. Its combination of business energy, medieval heritage, and deep cultural roots makes it a distinctive city to explore. ## Things to do in Frankfurt 5 places in Frankfurt with a Neywo audio guide. Each one starts telling its story as you reach it. - Frankfurt Cathedral (Cathedral of St. Bartholomew) — cathedral - Goethe-Haus — museum - Naturmuseum Senckenberg — history museum - Römer (City Hall) — city hall - Römerberg (Square) — square ## Walk Frankfurt with Neywo Neywo turns Frankfurt into a self-guided audio tour. 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