When visiting pretty much any city or town in Europe, one of the main draws is the main square. Or…read moreone of several town squares. Römerberg is just that. It's a great place to start your exploration of Frankfurt. You'll be surrounded by beautiful architecture. There will be a statue for you to check out. It's a touristy area, sure (so I wouldn't have a meal in the area), but it's also a place locals go to congregate and hang out. With Germany getting bombed heavily during WWII, Römerberg still gives you the feeling of old school Germany. And while I wasn't there in December, if you are, you'll be able to check out the famous Christmas markets Germans are known for. Spend a little time here, walk around, and take it all in.

Welcome to Römerberg, arguably Frankfurt's most famous spot for tourists to come and capture a…read moregorgeous square in one of Germany's iconic cities. My local friends made it a point to take us here to experience the historic area. The architecture here is gorgeous with building designs that remind me of the Netherlands. There are a lot of cute boutique shops and cafes/restaurants that were clearly made for tourists. I enjoyed walking through the area, snapping shots, and seeing the different kinds of people that end up coming through during the day. Aside from the vibes, there isn't much more to do here but definitely still worthy of a visit.

This bridge, better known as "Love Lock Bridge" is really that. You will see tons to locks not…read moreonly locked forever onto the bridge, but what I reallu loved was other locks interlinked with each other to have almost a huge chain link of love. Really amazing to see! Take some time to get close up to see some words of love and poetry on the bridge and locks themselves to really let you feel the love from around the world. I purchased a love lock for my hubby and I and carved our initials into it and locked it onto the bridge for all eternity. This is a great place to take some cool photos and maybe get a little sappy romantic with your significant other. My husband, after I locked our love lock on the bridge, hugged me close and whispered in my ear, "So...you thinking what I'm thinking?" To which I replied, "Lunch?" Told you it's romantic!

We have pretty much all heard of the love lock bridge in Paris. Who knew that Frankfurt had its own…read moreversion?! I learned about Eiserner Steg, a.k.a Iron Bridge a.k.a "Love Lock Bridge" while doing some research on the city prior to my trip. It's one of the top attractions in Frankfurt listed on TripAdvisor. Located close to the heart of Frankfurt, here are some tips for checking out the bridge. If you're visiting at a peak hour, expect for there to be a crowd. You'll have people walking around checking out all of the love locks, taking pictures, or walking by. As always, when in a crowded area, be aware of your belongings. Bring your own lock inscribed with the initials of you and your significant other or write your initials on the lock. This is going to be a lot more affordable than purchasing a lock last minute (there are typically vendors selling locks in the area). Part of the fun is finding a spot for your lock, among the endless sea of love locks there. It's a cool experience, and a romantic one at that. While not as famous as the bridge in Paris, and while I haven't been, I would venture to say it's a similar experience. There's even another love lock bridge in Cologne.

The great thing about this place is the way that it contrasts with the city around it. Basically it…read moreappears to be the old city gate (and the word Tor pretty much confirms that), however when you stand on the northern side the contrast between this old gate and the modern skyscrapers is amazing. In fact it seems to be what a lot of Europe is about - the old and the new sitting side by side, and in some ways actually complementing each other. There are a couple of bars around here as well, including a really good one (Bar Ohne Name as it used to be called but I can't remember the new name at this point in time). While I haven't actually been inside the tower, simply wandering around it and taking in its beauty is worth it.

Very cool area of bars, bars, and more bars…read more Ran into a bartender in Chicago....who recognized me....and he used to work at the English Pub in this area....small world ! Kinda touristy....but looking beyond the young drunks and pseudo mofa staerks.... If you can...enjoy the architecture during the day...and come back for the partying at night.. Well worth checking out...Frankfurt has some cool stuff to do.... I won't share my "where to park" secrets here ! One of the best Doner Kebab places across from Hard Rock on the Grosse Rittergasse..(sp?)

Pure awesomeness! This was my favorite place to go when I lived out there. The underground videoke…read morebar and the Irish pub were my 2 favs. Doner Kebabs accross the street after bar hopping are a must.

What a beautiful city :-)) I happened to be here for a meeting and spent some time walking around…read moretown and, absolutely loved it. Can't wait to come back and have a closer look at this beautiful old city. Located about 30km from Frankfurt it's easy to get to by car or train. Located on the banks of the Main with lots of cycle paths that lead through some gorgeous bush and countryside, this is a well preserved city with beautiful architecture. Very interesting buildings and some of great historical significance. Great al fresco cafes dot the streets and, there is a central market square where markets are held on weekends and so on. The Benedictine monastery and park grounds are also gorgeous and, a walk along the Main is definitely worth it :-)) I would come back here in a heartbeat :-)) sit back enjoy a drink or a meal amongst hundreds of years of history and take it all in :-) Below is a small excerpt from a travel writer about this city: Now and then, travel writers in Europe stumble across a unique place that has somehow remained undiscovered by the teeming tourist masses. So it was with my random visit to the small, perfectly preserved medieval town of Seligenstadt. Lying only 25 kilometers southeast of Frankfurt am Main, this intriguing town--with a population of only 20,000--packs more sights into a small area than you might imagine. http://europeupclose.com/article/seligenstadt-sw-germanys-undiscovered-gem/

Whenever visiting a city for the first time, if there's an observation deck, I think it's a…read morefantastic way to begin to explore your surroundings. Seeing a city from a helicopter-level view puts the whole city into perspective. So we did just that upon arriving at Frankfurt. Located in the financial district of Frankfurt, finding this large skyscraper was a little confusing but we realized we were at the right place when we saw a small line outside. Depending on the time of day you visit, and whether it's a weekend, you may have to wait a little while. The line went by fast for us. Once you get inside, and you pay a reasonable fee (less than 10 euros), you'll take an elevator to the top to reach the observation deck. Take a couple of pics, enjoy the views, and you'll be on your way. It's a quick attraction that you can get out of the way in 30 minutes or so unless there's a long line. Main Tower is the third most popular attraction in Frankfurt according to TripAdvisor. And the 4th tallest building in Germany. Enjoy the views!

Not a bad way to see the city. Logistics are a bit unorganized but not overly challenging to…read morenavigate. View is decent. Good way to get a sense of the city. Family pricing is reasonable. I wouldn't go out of my way to do, but not a bad stop if in area.