Here are 12 of our best tips for indoor activities in Frankfurt, where bad weather flies by.
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Many people mainly associate Frankfurt with skyscraper canyons, hectic activity, and gray concrete. When heavy rain sets in over the Main, some people would rather turn back right at the main train station.
But especially when the weather is not so good, the Main metropolis shows how cozy and welcoming it can be. The city has many museums that are also internationally renowned and attract visitors from all over the world. There is also plenty to discover culinarily, and the traditional restaurants offer incomparable conviviality.
1. The Städel Museum: Cultural giant on the banks of the Main
The Städel Museum is one of the best-known art museums in Germany. Its special character lies in the contrast. In the old main building, you can see works by Rembrandt, Botticelli, and Vermeer. Down in the garden halls, you will find a unique world full of contemporary art. The skylights in the lawn above let pleasantly soft light into the museum even on gray days, making a visit feel calm and relaxing.
2. Culinary delights at Kleinmarkthalle
Kleinmarkthalle is located right in the city center. When rain falls outside, there is plenty going on inside Kleinmarkthalle. Something is always happening among all the spices, fresh fruit, and food from the surrounding area. Be sure to pick up a traditional Fleischwurst sausage here at Frau Schreiber's counter. In the gallery, it is worth stopping at the Rollanderhof wine stand to watch the colorful market activity from above over a glass of Rheingau Riesling.
3. Senckenberg Natural History Museum - a journey through time to the giants
At the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, you can admire one of Europe's largest dinosaur collections. The large skeletons and detailed reconstructions appeal to adults and children alike. It is one of those places where you can easily spend a few hours, especially when it is raining outside.
4. Traditional apple wine culture in Sachsenhausen
When the weather outside turns unpleasant, there is no way around Sachsenhausen ("Dribbdebach"). Traditional restaurants such as Fichtekränzi and Gemaltes Haus offer Hessian hospitality in its purest form. Seated on long wooden benches, you can enjoy apple wine in style, served from a Bembel in a "Geripptes" glass. It goes perfectly with Frankfurt specialties such as "Handkäs mit Musik" or the famous "Frankfurter Grüne Soße."
5. Find a taste of the tropics at the Palmengarten
Anyone tired of the city's gray everyday life will find a tropical oasis at the Palmengarten. The Tropicarium in particular - a complex of various display greenhouses - transports you straight into warm jungle worlds or humid tropical vegetation zones. It is a lovely place to catch your breath while the rain quietly taps on the glass domes.
6. The Goethe House - following in the poet's footsteps
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's birthplace stands on Großer Hirschgraben. The tour through the reconstructed rooms from the 18th century is entertaining and informative. You can also admire the study where his first important works, such as the Urfaust, were written.
7. Main Tower - a great view of the skyline
A visit to the viewing platform of the Main Tower is worthwhile even when it rains. Sometimes the clouds hang low and settle over the city. The tall towers then stand right in the clouds. It looks almost a little eerie. However, windproof clothing is essential on the platform, which is 200 meters high.
8. Klassikstadt showcases automotive history in an old brick building
In eastern Frankfurt, technology enthusiasts will find a true paradise. Klassikstadt is housed in a listed former factory complex. Here, you can view historic classic cars and exclusive collector vehicles in glass display cases, as well as open workshops. Admission is free, and the factory canteen in the building is a great opportunity to enjoy a relaxed meal and sit down for a while.
9. Architecture and shopping at MyZeil
For shopping protected from the rain, MyZeil on the main shopping street is a great choice. The building is home to many stores, and its architecture immediately stands out. The glass facade looks like a giant funnel and catches your eye at once. The escalator appears to hang in midair, and some even call it "Highway to Heaven." On the upper level, the Foodtopia dining area offers a sheltered view over the city.
10. DFF – German Film Institute & Film Museum
At the Museumsufer, the DFF explores the fascination of moving images. The interactive permanent exhibition offers plenty of opportunities to try things out. Here, you can marvel at optical illusions, green-screen stations, and a few tricks from the world of film. The cinema inside also regularly shows film classics.
11. Coffee break at Wacker's Kaffee
For over 100 years, the Wacker name at Kornmarkt has stood for traditional coffee roasting. A hot espresso or cappuccino tastes especially good with a slice of poppy seed cake. A little break indoors like this makes everything feel much cozier.
12. Contemporary art at the Schirn
The Schirn Kunsthalle, located right on Römerberg, is one of Europe's most renowned exhibition venues for modern and contemporary art. Without a permanent collection, the Schirn focuses on changing, often thought-provoking and spectacular exhibitions. A visit fits perfectly with a walk through the passages in the New Old Town. The passages are covered and located right next door.
Our conclusion:
Even when it rains in Frankfurt, the city still feels friendly and open. Put on weatherproof clothing and discover the city's wonderful cultural, culinary, and indoor scene on rainy days.
A piece of Frankfurt to take with you
If you have taken the Main metropolis to your heart as much as we have, take a look at our collection. We have immortalized the distinctive skyline with the Römer, St. Paul's Church, and the skyscrapers in fine jewelry.
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