Things to Do in Altstadt, Frankfurt Altstadt has local stops such as the Kaiserdom St Bartholomäus, Kleinmarkthalle with over 60 vendors, and the reconstructed timber houses at Römerberg and Römer.
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Römerberg and Römer ★ 4.6 · 30.6k★
The Römer has served as Frankfurt city hall since the 15th century, and the square around it was rebuilt after World War II destruction. The stepped-gable Ostzeile houses face the Fountain of Justice, a few minutes from Dom/Römer U-Bahn.
Every day 12 AM – 12 AM
Kaiserdom St Bartholomäus ★ 4.6 · 8.3k★
Gothic-style Catholic cathedral decorated with Renaissance frescoes, plus a tower with city views.
Every day 9 AM – 8 PM
Kleinmarkthalle ★ 4.6 · 16.2k★
Market hall with 60+ vendors selling a variety of groceries, plus flowers, wine & prepared foods.
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 6 PM
Sat 8 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed
Bitter & Zart Chocolaterie ★ 4.5 · 1.2k· $$$
Creative chocolate shop with a turquoise design, international specialties & gift ideas.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed
Mineralien, Edelsteine, Schmuck und Statuen ★ 4.8 · 454
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun Closed
Naschmarkt am Dom ★ 4.6 · 225
Mon Closed
Tue 12 PM – 5 PM
Wed–Fri 12 PM – 6:30 PM
Sat 12 PM – 6:30 PM
Sun Closed
Frank’s Fish Market
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 8 AM – 6 PM
Sat 8 AM – 4 PM
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in Altstadt · €100+
The location is out of the ordinary, as is the philosophy behind the cuisine! Housed in the city's narrowest building, which is still seven storeys high, this stylish and sleek restaurant boasts fantastic views of the River Main through...
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Fri 6:30 PM – 12 AM
Sat 6:30 PM – 12 AM
Sun Closed
Bar Helium Frankfurt ★ 4.7 · 3.8k· €10–20
Cocktails, beer & deli snacks, plus music, at a colorful bar with quirky decor & a heated terrace.
Mon–Tue 11 AM – 1 AM
Wed–Thu 11 AM – 2 AM
Fri 11 AM – 3 AM
Sat 11 AM – 3 AM
Sun 11 AM – 1 AM
SenSaSion Shisha Lounge & Bar Frankfurt am Main ★ 4.9 · 809· €20–30
Trendy hangout serving global fare including burgers, pasta, steak & bowls, plus cocktails & shisha.
Mon–Thu 5 PM – 12 AM
Fri 5 PM – 3 AM
Sat 5 PM – 3 AM
Sun 5 PM – 12 AM
Kaffeehaus Goldene Waage ★ 4.6 · 1.9k· €10–20
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7:30 PM
Sun 11 AM – 7 PM
Medici ★ 4.6 · 1.7k· $$
Two brothers are your hosts in this city centre restaurant.
Mon–Fri 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
drei kaffeebar ★ 4.7 · 761· €1–10
A coffee bar that serves coffees from various farmers, prepared with specific equipment.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 5 PM
Harput Restaurant Frankfurt ★ 4.9 · 1.5k· €20-30
A Turkish restaurant in Frankfurt known for its authentic flavors, grilled meats, traditional sides, and dishes like Kuzu şiş and Harput köfte.
Mon–Thu 8:30 AM – 1 AM
Fri 8:30 AM – 3 AM
Sat 8:30 AM – 3 AM
Sun 8:30 AM – 1 AM
The Holy Cross Brewing Society ★ 4.5 · 1.7k· €1–10
Industrial cafe serving house blends, single-origin coffees & pastries, plus cappuccino art.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6 PM
Sun 10 AM – 6 PM
Jamy’s Burger ★ 4.5 · 8.5k· €20–30
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 10 PM
Fri 12 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10 PM More about Altstadt The area also features the Museum für Moderne Kunst, which presents over 4,500 works from around the world.
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1 Römerberg and Römer 2 Kaiserdom St Bartholomäus 3 Kleinmarkthalle 4 Seven Swans 5 Bar Helium Frankfurt 6 Bitter & Zart Chocolaterie 7 Mineralien, Edelsteine, Schmuck und Statuen 8 SenSaSion Shisha Lounge & Bar Frankfurt am Main 9 Kaffeehaus Goldene Waage 10 Medici Ready to plan Altstadt? Turn these Altstadt picks into a day-by-day Frankfurt plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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