Shopping

Nordwest Zentrum

Nordwest is a large shopping complex located in the north of Frankfurt. It has around 150 well known brands that are most visited by locals and visitors. The center of the mall is more than an experience and offers cultural exhibits for display. Frankfurters predominantly come here for dining and entertainment. The complex has a huge parking lot so parking is never a problem at Nordwest. Opening times: Monday to Saturday Open 10:00 to 20:00 clock. Parking charges 1 Euro for 90 minutes

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Address: Heddernheim 60439 Frankfurt am Main Phone: 069 580902-0 Website: www.nwz-frankfurt.de

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Schillerpassage

Plaza

Another one of Frankfurt’s exclusive and indulgent shopping localities is the Schillerpassage shopping mall. Located next to the stock exchange, it has a wide array of high-end specialty shops featuring clothes, lingerie, books, shoes and furniture. Tourists can spend the day looking around, window shopping and soaking in the atmosphere of the luxurious marble and gold building. Address: Rahmhofstraße 2 Frankfurt am Main 60313 Phone: +49 69 767 2580

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Hessen Centre

Plaza

One of the four largest shopping arcades is the Hassen Center, with over 115 specialty shops. It is located in East Frankfurt and attracts huge crowds who come here to shop and spend the day in the classy cafes and restaurants at the mall. Parking facility is also available at reasonable rates.

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Hanne Kley

Not your typical toy store, Hanne Kley is an expensive store that specializes in toys handcrafted from wood and carved to perfection. It’s a toy collector’s dream. Address: Steinweg Passage, Rossmarkt 12, Altstadt, 60311 Phone: +49 69 284 811 Website: www.hanne-kley.de

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Neu-Isenburg-Zentrum

Plaza

Another famous shopping center in Frankfurt, Isenburg is located in the south of the city and was inaugurated in 1972. It has over 110 shops and generates a turnover of over 96 million for the city. It has a lot of expensive specialty shops but moderate budged shoppers are also welcomed to shop in the regular brand shops. Reasonable parking is available and parking cards are also offered. Address: Neu-Isenburg-Zentrum Neu-Isenburg, 63263 Phone: 0172/6144603 Website: www.isenburg-zentrum-neu-isenburg.de

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58's Buy Heidt

One of Frankfurt’s upscale shops, this boutique stocks many international designers like Yohji Yamamoto and Helmut Lang and has the perfect location in the Westend district of the city. To get a feel of European shopping, pay a visit.

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Ehinger-Schwarz

Market

This is the upscale boutique of renowned goldsmith and jewelry designer Wolf-Peter Schwarz located in the expensive street of Goethestrasse.

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Bogner

Modest dress

Located along the same posh street of Frankfurt, Bogner is a shop that specializes in contemporary fashion and sportswear. From men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, Bogner carries all kinds of simple and stylish clothing.

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Höchster Porzellan Manufacture GmbH

With a history of fine craftsmanship spanning 150 years, Hochster Parzellan carries some Europe’s finest porcelain creations. These flawless “white gold” pieces are valuable collectibles and heirlooms. The store caters to made to order objects but alterations can only be made if they are in line with the original theme of that era. Be sure to get some of these for the loved ones back home.

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Galerie Adler

Gallery

This art gallery/store features an avant-garde collection of art in all forms, including paintings, photography, plastics and video. The place is full of both well-known and breakout artists of Germany and the international arena. Address: Hanauer Landstrasse 134, Frankfurt Phone: 069/43053962

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Mitsukoshi

An exclusive shop that contains porcelain pieces and has luxury goods like the international brands of Gucci and Armani, Mitcukoshi is very famous among the Japanese visitors to Frankfurt. The staff speaks fluent Japanese and Asian buyers come in crowds. The second floor is a museum from which objects can be duplicated and ordered. Address: Bethmannstrasse 56, Frankfurt Phone: 069/9218870

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Frankfurt Zoo

zoo

The biggest attraction for families with children and toddlers is the Frankfurt Zoo. Located in the Ostend, it attracts quite a crowd on Sundays and public holidays. With 4,500 animals of over 400 species, the Zoo promises lots to see on its extensive and well-maintained 11-hectare grounds.

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Children’s Museum Frankfurt

Museum

Housed within the Historic Museum of Frankfurt, this museum is designed to allow children to spend a few hours learning about the city and its culture. There are workshops that teach various crafts, as well as interactive exhibits and guided tours. Children are encouraged to touch, play with and ask about various objects as they learn about the historical significance of each.

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Panoramabad

Activity

An indoor facility that contains swimming pools and plunge pools for adults, children and non-swimmers alike, Panoramabad is a good place to be if you are travelling with children and want to accompany them for a fun and engaging activity. Opening times are 6am-8pm Monday, Wednesday-Saturday, 6pm-9pm Sunday.

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Günthersburgpark

Park

One of the largest parks in Frankfurt, Guntherburgpark is filled with summer activities like swimming, roller skating, children parties and water games. This scenic park is an exciting place to bring your children for a family outing. Address: Hartmann-Ibach-Straße Frankfurt HE 60389, Germany

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Adlerwerke

Building

The Adler Company was formed in 1880 and specialized in high tech machines. Over the years the site was used to build fighter jets and was constructed and reconstructed to suit modern times. After the Second World War, the building was given up and later renovated to house artist studios, theaters, and offices. Presently located within the Adler building is Gallus Theater, advertising agencies of Wunderman and Young & Rubicam and divisions of Deutsche Bahn AG. Entry is free. You can get to the building by train. Nearby Stations include Galluswarte: S3, S4, S5, S6.

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Ballsporthalle Frankfurt

Stadium

The largest stadium in Frankfurt, Ballsporthalle Frankfurt attracts huge crowds during every scheduled game. If you’re in Frankfurt with children, going to watch a game would be a fun outing for all. Call the stadium to get the schedule for the up coming days. Address: Ballsporthalle Frankfurt Silostraße 46 Frankfurt, Germany Phone: +49 69 31 9076 Fax: +49 69 30 4944 Email: [email protected]

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Palmengarten

Park

One of the largest parks in Frankfurt, Palmengarten covers 50 acres and is a beautiful sight in every season, with seasonal blossoms and greenery everywhere. The Tropicarium consists of numerous varieties of tropical plants enclosed in a giant greenhouse and displayed according to climate and natural habitats like mangroves, desert, rainforest and monsoon. On the same property there are various glass houses that exhibit other plant and flower species. The Palemngarten is also one of the few horticulture sites in the world where newer species are developed and extinct ones are preserved. Opening times vary according to seasons:

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Goethe Museum

Museum

This museum is an extensive display of the Goethe Age and is in commemoration of the greatest German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It shows pictures and paintings from German artists belonging to various time periods, which depict changing traditions and cultures. It also has an extensive library of literature and historical texts. Adjacent to the museum is the Goethehaus, which was the home of the famous writer. The house and the museum are both open to tours. The museum timings are Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the ticket costing around 5.00 Euros for adults and 1.50 Euros for children. Due to major reconstructions, the museum will be closed for the rest of this year. Address: Frankfurter Goethe-Haus Freies Deutsches Hochstift Großer Hirschgraben 23-25 60311 Frankfurt am Main Telephone: (0 69) 1 38 80 - 0 Telefax: (0 69) 1 38 80 – 222 URL: www.goethehaus-frankfurt.de

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Romerberg

Plaza

This is the central square in Altstadt and is a site used for many of the major festivals and fairs in the city. The Rommerberg has a bunch of historical sites, museums and buildings that are considered a tourist’s first stops.

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Staedel Museum

Museum

Staedel Museum, one of the leading museums of Frankfurt, has an extensive collection of art- about 2700 paintings, 100,000 drawing and about 600 sculptures- from renowned artists depicting the progression of culture through Frankfurt’s history. Opened under the name and will of Johann Friedrich Stadel, the museum is also dedicated to thorough art research. The Städel Art Institute follows the museum’s mission of art education and teaches and preserves art for further study. Standard admission fee is 12 Euros.

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Tiger Restaurant

Cuisine: International One of Frankfurt’s finest dining establishments, this restaurant specializing in French, Mediterranean and international cuisine has been awarded a Michelin star for its excellence. Plenty of important people, from celebrities to CEOs, grace its tables. The dining room is whimsically decorated with murals and theater memorabilia (as the entire restaurant is located in the basement of Tigerpalast Theater), while the separate Tiger- Bistrot provides an equally wonderful, yet more casual atmosphere. Restaurant timings are Tuesday to Saturday 6pm to 1 am and reservations are required for dine in. Food prices vary but the standard prix-fixe varies from 50 to 100 Euros. Address: Heiligkreuzgasse 16-20, Frankfurt Phone: 069/92002250

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Acquapazza

Cuisine: Italian One of the pricey restaurants in Frankfurt, Acquapazza serves all kinds of Italian dishes and is famous for its fish. Located at the West End of the city, it attracts a large crowd of Westerners, both local and foreigners. An elaborate restaurant with fine dining and amazing china, Acqua pazza is one of the high priced restaurants in Frankfurt. Address: Westendplatz 42 60325 Frankfurt, Deutschland Phone: 069 172028 Website: www.aquapazza.de

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Silk Restaurant

Cuisine: Fusion, Austro-German The dining experience at Silk has an interesting premise- eating while lounging on white-leather beds surrounded by curtains and colorful mood lighting. Diners at Silk begin their evening at 7:30 pm, take their shoes off, relax and enjoy a multi-course tasting menu with dinner service beginning at 8 pm and lasting most of the evening. With deliciously inventive food creations and a unique atmosphere, dinner at Silk is definitely worth devoting an evening to.

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Surf ‘n Turf Steak House

Cuisine: Steaks and seafood Arguably the best Steak house in all of Germany, Surf ‘n Turf is a sizzling restaurant that serves one of the most extensive menus. Appetizers are full of salads and sidelines while main courses are very filling, including mouthwatering steaks in all kinds of meats and cuts that can be prepared just the way you want them. Make sure you call for reservations to be sure of a wonderful evening at the steak house. Prices can reach up to around 150 Euros and the place is open Monday to Friday 12 noon to 3pm, and Monday to Saturday 6pm to midnight.

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Restaurant Francais

Cuisine: French Located in the lobby of the Steigenberger Frankfurter Hof luxury hotel, Restaurant Francais is an elegant dining establishment with two stately rooms decorated in blue and gold. The elaborately designed menus and beautiful dishes are unbelievable and live up to the impeccably high standards set for them. The restaurant is open for lunch from noon to 2:30 pm and dinner is served from 6:30 to 10:30 pm. Jackets are recommended.

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Taj Mahal

Cuisine: Indian- Pakistani This is a high priced Indian restaurant that offers quality food, a homey yet sophisticated atmosphere, and excellent service. Taj Mahal is open for lunch from 11 30 am to 2 30 pm and for dinner from 6pm to 11pm. The restaurant is decorated heavily with Indian artifacts and cultural symbols. Dishes start from 30 Euros.

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Gargantua- (moving addresses)

Cuisine: Continental Another one of Frankfurt’s upscale restaurants, the Gargantua is stylishly set in a green and white theme with outdoor arrangements of tables for dining al fresco. With tons of specialties, dishes are prepared with a multitude of fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection. Located in the Westend district, Gargantua attracts quite a crowd of foreigners for delicious dishes like rib-eye steak, sautéed sausages, squid and truffles. Reservations are recommended and the place is open for lunch from noon to 2 30pm and dinner from 6pm to 1 am on weekdays. On weekends only dinner is served. Address: Liebigstrasse 47, Frankfurt Phone: 069/720718

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Restaurant Emma Metzler

Cuisine: International/local Set in the park of the Museum of Applied Arts, this restaurant prepares some of Frankfurt’s best international food. The layout of the entire area is a breath of fresh air as it’s set in one of the greenest areas that Frankfurt has to offer. The daily lunch specials offer 2 or 3 course meals for vegetarians as well as meat lovers. A la carte options are also available. The restaurant is open from to Tuesday to Saturday, noon to midnight and Sundays from noon to 6 pm. It can also be booked for parties and special events.

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Erno’s Bistro

Cuisine: French Don’t judge this place by its size. Despite being cramped, Erno’s Bistro holds a very high reputation in Frankfurt and serves the finest French cuisine. Under the guidance of renowned chef Erno Schmitt, the restaurant was the first in Frankfurt to earn a Michelin star. Current chef Valery Mathis carries on this legacy and has brought the bistro to new heights. It is open from noon to 7 30 in the evening and since it’s in high demand, make sure you make a reservation well in advance. Closing season: mid June to mid July

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Bistro Rosa

Cuisine: Continental A charming bistro in Frankfurt’s Westend, Rosa Bistro has a décor of pretty gingham curtains and a pig motif. The food is quality German cuisine with meats and poultries like lamb, goose, duck and pheasant cooked and seasoned perfectly. During the summer, diners can enjoy a pleasant outdoor terrace surrounded by ivy. The restaurant does not accept credit cards so be sure to have some cash on you! Opening hours are from 6 30 pm to midnight from Monday to Saturday and it will be good to reserve a table in advance.