Come to this neighborhood south of the Main River to enjoy Frankfurt’s many culinary specialties and museums as you pass through narrow cobblestone walkways.
While the north side of the Main River in Frankfurt is a good place to sightsee and shop at department stores, Sachsenhausen covers everything else. Walk around during the day to admire the architecture and at night to enjoy the nightlife. Visit museums, climb a tower, dine out and spend long nights barhopping in one of the prettiest areas of the city. This is the part of town where you can find delicious examples of all of Frankfurt’s culinary specialties.
Head to the northeast side of Sachsenhausen at Affentorplatz for a historical Sachsenhausen treat. Here, the streets narrow to cobblestone walkways. Several blocks are filled with bars and restaurants that fill up every night during the summer. Order an apple wine in this part of Sachsenhausen for one of the best brews in the neighborhood.
The Museumsufer, or Museum Embankment, lies at the very north end of Sachsenhausen on the Main River. This is where you’ll find a high concentration of the city’s museums. Choose from traditional fine art at the Städel Museum or interesting niche items at a wide range of engaging specialty museums. The Icon Museum presents religious icons created across the world from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Visit the Museum for Communication to see telephone and postal service artifacts, including an enormous stamp collection.
For one of the best views in town, make the trek to the southern edge of Sachsenhausen to the Goetheturm (Goethe Tower). This 141-foot (43-meter) tower sits in a small forest just on the edge of the farmland south of town. Look north to see a wide panorama of the inner-city skyline. Look south to see the widespread forests and beautiful countryside just outside of Frankfurt’s city limits. Entry into the Goethe Tower is free you just have to be prepared to climb up many flights of stairs.
Sachsenhausen is quite spread out, so you should get around via the U-Bahn, the S-Bahn and the tram. The tower in the forest is not served by public transportation, so bring hiking shoes if you want to include that in your visit.
Popular places to visit
Staedel Museum
4.5/5(14 reviews)
Browse through more than 700 years of art history in the extensive collection of this museum of fine art, which was initiated by a Frankfurt banker.
Staedel Museum
German Architecture Museum
This museum is a valuable resource for architecture fans. It features one of Germany’s largest collections of scale models, from Egyptian temples to skyscrapers.
German Architecture Museum
German Film Museum
Delve into the history and cultural influence of cinematography via the interactive exhibits and movie screenings at this educational museum.
German Film Museum
Things to do
Traditional German Food and Frankfurt Old Town Private Tour
CA$543
Per adult
Traditional German Food and Frankfurt Old Town Private Tour
Private German Beer Tasting Experience in Frankfurt Old Town
CA$443
Per adult
Private German Beer Tasting Experience in Frankfurt Old Town
Skip-the-line Städel Museum with Frankfurt City Tour
CA$447
Per adult
Skip-the-line Städel Museum with Frankfurt City Tour
Bike Tour of Frankfurt Top Attractions & Nature with a Guide
CA$423
Per adult
Gin & Rum Tasting in Frankfurt am Main
CA$95
Per adult
Discovering Sachsenhausen in Frankfurt with a Local
CA$103
Per adult
Discovering Sachsenhausen in Frankfurt with a Local
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IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
4 out of 5
Mannheimer Str. 21, Frankfurt, HE, 60329
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Lindner Hotel & Residence Main Plaza
4.5 out of 5
Walther-von-Cronberg-Platz 1, Frankfurt, HE, 60594
The price is CA$164 per night from Apr. 2 to Apr. 3
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8.6/10 Excellent! (581 reviews)
"Located on the Main River. Beautiful setting. Staff very helpful."
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Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
4 out of 5
De-Saint-Exupéry-Straße 4, Frankfurt, HE, 60549
The price is CA$116 per night from Apr. 8 to Apr. 9
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Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
3 out of 5
The Squaire, Am Flughafen, Frankfurt, 60600
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The price is CA$187 per night from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8
CA$187
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4 out of 5
Unterschweinstiege 16, Frankfurt, HE, 60549
The price is CA$162 per night from Apr. 16 to Apr. 17
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"The Style of the Room, Business Center, and everyone was extremely helpful. Would stay there again, perfect in every way."
Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2023
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Holiday Inn Frankfurt Airport, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Bessie-Coleman-Strasse 16, Frankfurt, 60549
The price is CA$110 per night from Apr. 16 to Apr. 17
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
An excellent choice for an extended layover!
"This hotel was more than we expected! It was very clean and had the most comfy bed I think we have ever slept in in a hotel! It is very convenient for an extended layover close to the airport. The staff was more than friendly… they were welcoming and helpful! The breakfast was well worth the cost ..."
Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2023
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