Flight to Frankfurt (FRA)

Flying to Frankfurt: tips and information for your trip

Home of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, Frankfurt is a major financial centre. Those that live here will tell you, however, that there’s a lot more to this city that lies on the Main River. Exciting and multicultural, Frankfurt has something for everyone.

Home to over 300 banks, it is no surprise that Frankfurt is also referred to as “Bankfurt”. This financial and business hub is also a flourishing cultural centre, however. Whether you are looking to enjoy traditional foods and apple wine or modern international cuisine, Frankfurt has plenty to offer. This multicultural metropolis with hyper-modern skyscrapers is sure to impress while also making you feel welcome at the same time.

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How to get to the city centre after your flight to Frankfurt

Once you’ve arrived at the airport after your flight to Frankfurt, it’s only 11 km to the city centre. There are many ways to get there, so you can decide which is the most convenient for you. The airport has two train stations, one for regional trains and the other for long-distance trains. In order to get to the centre, simply take one of the S-Bahns or buses and you will find yourself at Frankfurt’s main station (Hauptbahnhof) in no time. If you prefer to take a taxi for more convenience, you’ll find the rank in front of the terminals.

What you can look forward to during your flight to Frankfurt

There are plenty of reasons to book a flight to Frankfurt, here are just a few:

• Sightseeing: At the Goethe House and Museum, you can step back in time to the 18th century and visit the birthplace of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, one of the most celebrated poets of his time. The Römerberg (City Hall) is a Frankfurt landmark and has been the location of the Frankfurt seat of government since the 15th century. Along the Main River, you’ll find the museum embankment, which is home to many of Frankfurt’s largest museums and boasts a stunning view of the Frankfurt skyline.
• Fun for the kids: The Senckenberg Natural History Museum is a great place for children to see impressive dinosaur skeletons as well as fascinating animals that are still alive today. The Junges Museum Frankfurt (Young Museum Frankfurt) also promises a fun time for little ones.
• Tasty cuisine: Known as Apfelwein in German or Ebbelwoi in the Hessian dialect, apple wine is something you have to try after your flight to Frankfurt. Frankfurt’s traditional dish of green sauce, Grüne Soße, is also worth a mention. It is traditionally served with boiled potatoes and hard-boiled eggs. If you want to go food shopping yourself, the Kleinmarkthalle is just the thing. With loads of fresh regional produce as well as delicious international street food dishes, the historical market hall has something for every palate and price range.

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