Attractions: Eiserner Steg

On this guided walking tour, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the history of Frankfurt. You’ll get to see some of the most iconic landmarks of the city, including Frankfurt Cathedral, 15th-century wall paintings at Karmeliterkloster, Old Opera House, Eschenheimer Turm Guard Tower, Goethe House, Frankfurt Stock Exchange and much more. You’ll get to learn about the Römer, Justicia and the Book Burning Memorial at Römerberg. You can go up on the Iron Footbridge, which offers great views of the city and the Main River. You’ll visit Kleinmarkthalle – an indoor market where you can shop for chocolates, cheeses, meats, pastries and more. You’ll also get to explore the archaeology site where Frankfurt first began and the City Planning Department of Frankfurt, which houses a model of present-day Frankfurt.

On this self-guided walking tour of Frankfurt, you’ll use your phone to follow audio and text commentary in seven languages—no app required. The route begins at the elegant Opernplatz and guides you past key city streets and squares, with clear directions and background information you can listen to or read as you go. As you move through the city, you’ll pass Goethestrasse, Bethmannstraße and Bertha-Pappenheim-Platz, then head toward the modern Westhafenplatz. Along the way, the tour points out cultural highlights on Schaumainkai and gives you a chance to enjoy views from the Eiserner Steg. The experience finishes at the historic Roemerberg and Domplatz, two of Frankfurt’s most significant sites. The route includes 10 stops and a series of riddles to solve, adding a playful, investigative element suited to curious travellers and families. Along the route you’ll find opportunities to take photos and learn about the places you pass, with both audio and text available in multiple languages for convenience.

This Ciceru self-guided walking tour lets you explore Frankfurt at your own pace. You’ll get audio and text in seven languages directly on your phone, with no app required—simply play the content and follow along. The experience is designed for independent travellers who prefer to move at their own speed. Along the route you’ll start at the Liebieghaus, a riverside villa set among calm sculptures, then cross the Eiserner Steg, the iron footbridge with skyline views and love locks. You’ll step into the past at Römerberg, the picturesque heart of the old town, and look up at the cathedral, a Gothic landmark that once hosted imperial coronations. You’ll glimpse Goethe’s early world at Goethe Haus and feel the city’s pulse at Willy-Brandt-Platz, known for bold public art and busy business life. The tour also brings you to the gracefully restored Old Opera and finishes in Rothschildpark, a quiet green escape once owned by a legendary family. With eight fun stops and clever clues along the way, the tour will bring Frankfurt’s stories to life for curious travellers.

On this tour in Frankfurt, you'll see the city's most famous landmarks and also explore hidden paths away from the usual tourist routes. Your guide, Dimitri, has lived in the city for 35 years and says he loves this “smallest big city in the world.” His enthusiasm will inform the walk, and he will mix humour with deep knowledge as he brings Frankfurt’s history to life. As you move through the centre, you'll view important sights from the outside, including St. Paul’s Church, the Römer complex and Römerberg, the Iron Bridge and the Old Bridge, the Museum Embankment and the new ECB building. You'll also see the Imperial Cathedral, the remains of the Imperial Palace and the New Old Town. Along the way, Dimitri will trace the city’s story from its earliest beginnings to the present day and offer useful tips you can use for the rest of your stay.

Frankfurt is a small city with a big history — the first ever German parliament was held here. This self-guided audio tour will guide you around the city centre while you listen to fun facts and lesser‑known stories. You’ll start at Frankfurt’s beautiful old opera house and follow a route that takes you through the modern shopping heart into the Altstadt, with commentary to help you explore at your own pace. As you move through the centre you’ll encounter the 19th-century opera house and the stock exchange, including the bull and bear statues, and you’ll pass the Kleinmarkthalle indoor market. The route will bring you past Goethe’s house, a tranquil peace garden and the recreated old Hühnermarkt with its replicated architecture. Along the way you’ll also see the town hall known as the Römer and learn why it got that name, and the audio will explain why the old Hühnermarkt was rebuilt. The walk finishes near the Eisenersteg, where you’ll get views of the River Main and the new Old Town, tying together historical highlights and modern sights.

This private night ride through Frankfurt mixes illuminated landmarks with historic charm. Your professional English-speaking driver will collect you from your hotel and return you there, giving a relaxed, customisable way to see the city after dark. You’ll begin around Römerberg Square and the Frankfurt Cathedral, both glowing in golden light, then cross the Main River to the Eiserner Steg for views of the skyline. Along the way you’ll drive through the Financial District past the Main Tower, Commerzbank Tower and the European Central Bank’s striking glass facade. The route follows the river along Museumsufer, where renowned museums and riverside parks line the banks, before heading to Ostend’s creative docks and modern architecture. The experience may finish with an optional stop in Alt-Sachsenhausen, a charming quarter of timber-framed houses and Apfelwein taverns, if you’d like to soak up some local tradition. This tour offers a low-stress way to take in Frankfurt’s contrasting faces — modern skyline and old-town atmosphere — in one evening.

Get introduced to Frankfurt through its highlights, history and local flavours with a trusted local guide at your side. The experience gives you an authentic feel for the city as your guide shares anecdotes and personal insights that link Frankfurt’s past, culture and traditions. As you move through the city, you’ll explore iconic spots such as Römerberg Square and the Eiserner Steg, alongside neighbourhood favourites and hidden corners loved by locals. Along the way, your guide’s stories will help you understand how the places and people shaped the city. To complete the experience, you’ll enjoy a tasting of a local speciality such as Handkäs mit Musik, so you can sample a genuine piece of everyday Frankfurt culture. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a clear introduction to Frankfurt and its local life, plus ideas on how to continue exploring on your own. You’ll leave with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

This private half-day tour of Frankfurt brings together the city's main sights in a relaxed, personalised experience. You will travel round-trip by van, with transfers included for a comfortable, stress-free visit. The tour is private for up to six guests, so the pace and attention will feel tailored to your group. As you move through the centre, you will take in panoramic skyline views from the Main Tower and explore the historic heart in the New Old Town, including Römerberg Square and Frankfurt Cathedral. You will also walk across the Eiserner Steg footbridge and spend time at Kleinmarkthalle, Frankfurt’s bustling indoor market, to get a sense of everyday local life. Along the way, the mix of architecture, culture and everyday charm will make the city easy to understand for first-time visitors, families and culture enthusiasts.

This walking tour of Frankfurt links the city’s democratic history, peace initiatives and cultural heritage. Starting at the Neuer Börneplatz Memorial, you’ll reflect on the memory of the Jewish community and the atrocities of the Holocaust. Along the way you’ll pass civic and cultural sites that shaped modern Germany. You’ll visit the Römer, a long-standing symbol of civic governance, and Paulskirche, where Germany’s democratic movement began. Nearby is Goethe House, the birthplace of the writer and thinker whose ideas influenced modern thought on freedom. As you move along Friedensstraße, the route invites reflection on peace and reconciliation before you reach the Main Riverbank and the Eiserner Steg. Here you’ll discuss Frankfurt’s modern role as both a financial centre and a democratic hub. The tour offers a comprehensive, reflective journey through key democratic and cultural landmarks in Frankfurt. It ties together remembrance, civic history and literary heritage, giving you a clear sense of how past events and ideas continue to shape the city today.

This experience blends Frankfurt’s culinary traditions with its city history. You will hear about the city’s dry apple cider, Ebbelwei, and learn about typical local dishes such as Handkäs with vinaigrette, Grie Soß made from seven herbs served with eggs and potatoes, and the boiled sausage known as the Frankfurter. A visit to an apple‑cider tavern is described as a must; these taverns are mostly found in Sachsenhausen, the city’s party district, which still has an intimate, almost village‑like atmosphere. Along the way you will explore Frankfurt’s historic and modern landmarks. The high‑rise skyline is dominated by the Commerzbank Tower, and you’ll learn about the Imperial Cathedral with its 95‑metre belfry. You’ll see the Eiserner Steg, the 19th‑century iron footbridge, the medieval town hall called the Römer, and St Paul’s Church, where Germany’s first national assembly convened in 1848. The tour combines local flavours and history and will quench both your appetite for knowledge and your interest in apple cider.

On this walking tour of Frankfurt’s Old Town, you’ll follow a compact route that introduces the city’s history, culture and everyday life. You’ll begin at the Römer and pass examples of medieval architecture and important civic sites. Along the way you’ll see political landmarks such as St. Paul’s Church and visit the Goethe House, which together provide insight into Frankfurt’s role in German history and literature. As you move through the neighbourhood, the tour will bring you into the lively Kleinmarkthalle, where you may sample the atmosphere of fresh local and international foods and stalls. The route may also include the scenic Eiserner Steg, offering impressive river and skyline views of the city. Combining historic buildings, cultural highlights and authentic local flavour, the walk gives a concise, engaging view of Frankfurt’s Old Town.