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Frankfurt Old Town & Skyline Tours

Explore Frankfurt’s striking contrasts: the beautifully rebuilt Römerberg square with its half-timbered houses and the medieval-style Römer city hall, the imperial cathedral, the new Old Town quarter, and the gleaming skyscraper skyline that earns the city its “Mainhattan” nickname. A walking tour spans old and new in Germany’s financial capital.

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Old Town & Skyline in Frankfurt — FAQ

What is there to see in Frankfurt old town?
Highlights include the Römerberg square with its half-timbered houses and the Römer city hall, the imperial cathedral (Kaiserdom), St Paul’s Church, the rebuilt New Old Town quarter, and the Main riverbank beneath the skyline.
Why is Frankfurt called Mainhattan?
Frankfurt is nicknamed “Mainhattan” for its cluster of gleaming skyscrapers — rare in Germany — rising above the River Main, home to the European Central Bank and the city’s financial district.
Is a Frankfurt walking tour worth it?
Yes — a guided walk brings to life Frankfurt’s rebuilt Römerberg old town, imperial history and modern skyline, the best way to appreciate the contrasts of Germany’s financial capital.