Things to Do in Innenstadt, Frankfurt

Innenstadt is Frankfurt's central district, known for its expensive shopping streets and real estate. It contains the Zeil, Hauptwache, Konstablerwache, Frankfurt Stock Exchange, and Alte Oper.

Alte OperOpera House
Main TowerObservation Deck
Goethe-Haus und -MuseumArt Museum

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Top things to do in Innenstadt

Alte Oper
★ 4.6 · 16.6k
Opera House★
Former opera house, opened in 1880 & rebuilt after WWII, with a classical concert program.
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Main Tower
★ 4.6 · 6.8k
Observation Deck★
Schweger + Partner completed the 200-metre office tower in 1999 with a public rooftop observation deck. The entrance is in the Bankenviertel, about 10 minutes on foot from Hauptwache.
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 9 PM
Fri
10 AM – 11 PM
Sat
10 AM – 11 PM
Sun
10 AM – 9 PM
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Goethe-Haus und -Museum
★ 4.4 · 5.4k
Art Museum★
Tour the house where the writer/politician was born & grew up, with period interiors & exhibition.
Mon–Wed
10 AM – 6 PM
Thu
10 AM – 9 PM
Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Fleming's Hotel Paternoster Lift
Museum
A rare chance to ride one of the few continuous elevators still in operation.
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LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW MyZeil
★ 4.9 · 384
Chocolate Shop
A store offering gourmet liquorice for direct purchase and on-site consultation.
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 8 PM
Fri
10 AM – 9 PM
Sat
10 AM – 9 PM
Sun
Closed
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Suitsupply Frankfurt am Main
★ 4.5 · 2.3k
Specialty Store
Upmarket retailer of men's apparel, featuring on-trend suits, separates, footwear & accessories.
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MyZeil
★ 4.3 · 39.0k
Shopping Mall
This large mall with unique, contemporary architecture features many major brands & dining options.
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 8 PM
Fri
10 AM – 9 PM
Sat
10 AM – 9 PM
Sun
Closed
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Jüdisches Museum
★ 4.7 · 1.4k
History Museum
Displays on recent Jewish history in the 19th-century Rothschild Palais, plus a modern extension.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Wed
10 AM – 6 PM
Thu
10 AM – 8 PM
Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Buchhandlung Mandala - Deine Oase der Ruhe und Spiritualität
★ 4.7 · 165
Bookstore
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 4 PM
Sun
Closed
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Where to eat & drink in Innenstadt

Main Tower Restaurant & Lounge
Michelin ★
Lounge· €100+
A great location in the heart of Frankfurt. Take the lift up to the 53rd floor and bag a table by the window to experience a view you don't often get to enjoy – the panorama over the rooftops of "Mainhatten" is downright spectacular!
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
6 PM – 12 AM
Fri
6 PM – 1 AM
Sat
6 PM – 1 AM
Sun
Closed
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Bidlabu
Michelin ★
Coffee Shop· €100+
Located in the heart of the city – albeit somewhat tucked away – this appealing bistro is a lively place with really good food.
Mon–Wed
6 PM – 10 PM
Thu–Fri
12 PM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Sat
12 PM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Sun
6 PM – 10 PM
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Jazzkeller - Frankfurt am Main
★ 4.8 · 1.0k
Live Music· €20–60
Intimate, storied jazz club since 1952 with crafted cocktails & a nostalgic speakeasy feel.
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Thu
8 PM – 12 AM
Fri
8:30 PM – 12 AM
Sat
8:30 PM – 12 AM
Sun
Closed
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Restaurant Goldmund in the Literaturhaus
★ 4.7 · 286
French· €100+
The restaurant in the Literaturhaus, set on the banks of the Main, has an extremely stylish and upscale interior.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
6 PM – 12 AM
Sat
6 PM – 12 AM
Sun
Closed
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Kiwis
★ 4.8 · 3.6k
Burgers· €20–30
Chill hangout dishing up local & global bites including burgers & finger foods, plus cool cocktails.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 3 AM
Fri
11 AM – 3:30 AM
Sat
11 AM – 3:30 AM
Sun
11 AM – 2 AM
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L'Osteria Frankfurt MyZeil
★ 4.7 · 5.2k
Italian· €10–20
Do you have what it takes to compete with our Pizza Romana? How many pieces can you dribble out?
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 11 PM
Fri
10 AM – 12 AM
Sat
10 AM – 12 AM
Sun
12 PM – 11 PM
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KIOSKIE // SPECIALTY COFFEE
★ 4.8 · 490
Coffee Shop· €1–10
Mon–Fri
8 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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