Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Frankfurt

Violent crime is not frequent in Frankfurt and there is almost no possibility of being a victim of armed robbery or some other serious assault. Germany is not a dangerous country, but Frankfurt is one of the less safe cities here. Tourists need to pay attention to some petty criminal acts around the stations, where many drug dealers can be found, and avoid drunken, strange-looking or aggressive people, particularly at night. They need to be watchful in the center of Frankfurt especially in the Romer area where pickpockets operate mostly.

With three days in Frankfurt, you'll have plenty of time to tour the city's historic monuments and museums, and to explore farther afield.

Frankfurt enjoys a continental climate. Late spring (April to May) and early autumn (August to September) are the best seasons to visit Frankfurt. It is during these months that the green landscape and sunshine make it the perfect weather for exploring the city.

Frankfurt is a very pedestrian-friendly city, with most of its attractions located within walking distance of one another. There are also several parks and green spaces within the city limits, all great for a stroll. Frankfurt’s U-Bahn comprises seven subway lines and runs from 4 a.m. until 2 a.m. Its 42 bus lines run between 4 a.m and 1 a.m. There are also nine night buses, which run between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. Frankfurt has eight tram lines. In general, tram service stops between 2 a..m. and 3 a.m. The city also has nine S-Bahn commuter trains that use the same ticket system as the public city transportation. These trains are especially useful for traveling to and from the airport. The S-Bahn operates from about 4:30 a.m. until 1:30 a.m.





Frankfurt’s reputation as a transportation hub extends to its extensive public transportation network of metros, buses, trams and commuter trains that take you anywhere you want to go in the city. This whole network is operated by RMV, or Rhine/Main Regional Transport Association, one of Germany’s largest transportation associations.

Compared to the U.S, most Germans still prefer to pay cash and many shops and cafes do not accept cards. An estimated 80% of all transactions in Germany are in cash. The quickest, easiest and usually cheapest way to exchange money is to use an ATM. They are ubiquitous in German cities and can be accessed 24/7. They are present at U-Bahn stations, grocery stores, airports, malls, shopping centers, train station, etc. You can exchange foreign currency and travelers' checks at German banks or exchange bureaus. They are not as common as they once were, but can still be found at airports, railway stations, and major hotels.

Large city centre stores and supermarkets are open Monday to Friday 9 a.m./10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Smaller shops close at 6.30 p.m. on weekdays and at 2 p.m. on Saturdays. All shops are closed on Sundays.

You should plan to spend around €59 ($69) per day on your vacation in Frankfurt.