Travel By Fingertip...Germany
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Major Sights in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Tourist Office: ADDRESS: Kaiserstrasse 52 Phone: 212.368.69
Entrance fees to Frankfurt's museums and exhibits range between $3.00-$8.00;
reduced prices for children, seniors and students. Some sights are free.

Goethe House & Museum

A shrine for Goethe enthusiasts since 1863. There's an adjoining room to the house that displays a rare collection of the great poet's work - including a first edition of Faust. Open daily. ADDRESS: Grosser Hirschgraben 23 Ph: 28-28-24.

Altstadt (Old Town)

Frankfurt's hauntingingly beautiful medieval quarter is centered around a cluster of Gothic buildings known as the Romer - it includes such historic landmarks as the Imperial Hall, Romerberg Square and the Cathedral.

Hauptwache

This interesting  baroque building stands in the heart of modern Frankfurt.

Palm Garden

Surely, the Palm Garden is one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in Europe. A must visit, especially during the spring and autumn seasons. Open daily. ADDRESS: Palmengartenstr. Ph: 212-33382.

Museum of Modern Art

Frankfurt's newest museum boasts an unusual architecture and a varied collection of art from the 1960's to present day. Closed Mon. ADDRESS: Domstrasse 10. Ph: 212-38819.

Jewish Museum

Housed in the former Rothschild Palais, Frankfurt's ancient Jewish community is documented in print and fine art. Tues.-Sun. ADDRESS: Unermainkai 14-15. Ph: 212-35000.

Film Museum

One of Germany's oldest museum's and a testament to the country's love for and roots in the movie making industry.  ADDRESS: Schaumainkai 41.