The DJH Hostel
September 13th, 2006For those who want to enjoy the sights of Frankfurt, but don’t have a huge budget on which to do it, the DJH Hostel is a very affordable place to stay. The hostel is located on the southern side of the River Main, and it is very close to the city centre. The DJH Hostel offers an array of room-types, such as single, double, private apartments and 8 bed, and it is fully wheelchair accessible. This hostel is a popular location for young people who wish to explore the many charms of Frankfurt.
The Coconut Grove Restaurant
September 12th, 2006The Coconut Grove is a fun and funky place to eat out for any visitors to Frankfurt. Located close to the Hauptbanhof, the restaurant lies in the heart of the city’s Middle Eastern and Asian neighbourhoods. The Coconut Grove restaurant operates as both a cocktail bar and an eatery, and it promises diners an exciting, enjoyable evening out. The restaurant focuses on new-world cuisine, with influences from the Caribbean, the Far East and Europe. This lively bar/restaurant features a variety of DJs at weekends.
The Gay and Lesbian Memorial
September 11th, 2006The city of Frankfurt is chock-full of impressive and stirring monuments, and one such monument is the Gay and Lesbian Memorial located on the corner of Alte Gasse and Schäfergasse – the city’s main gay and lesbian area. Central to the monument is Rosemarie Trockel’s ‘injured angel’, an androgynous bronze angel with a scar across its neck. The Gay and Lesbian Memorial was built in remembrance of the many homosexuals who were persecuted and killed under Nazi rule. The monument was the first of its kind in Germany, and it also features a circle of benches and hedges. Today, the memorial also acts as a meeting place for the local community.
The Main Tower
September 8th, 2006A good way to become acquainted with the city of Frankfurt is a trip to the impressive Main Tower. This tower stands 200m tall, and it is the only high-rise in the city that offers a public viewing gallery. The Main Tower is open everyday, with late night opening on Friday and Saturday. The tower overlooks the entire city, and visitors can gain spectacular views of the elegant towers of the banking district to the north, and the lively Sachenhausen entertainment district just across the Main River.
The Villa Orange - luxury hotel
September 7th, 2006Close to the ultra-fashionable Nordend district, the Villa Orange is a treat for anyone hoping to enjoy a relaxing break in Frankfurt. This luxury hotel offers weary visitors a little touch of Italy in the heart of this liberal and creative German district. The Villa Orange is a country-style villa, which offers four-poster beds, large rooms, a library and a beautiful patio. The hotel is the perfect base to explore the stunning architecture of Nordend, as well as the many charms that the entire city has to offer.
The Bavaria restaurant
September 6th, 2006The Bavaria is a traditional German restaurant located close Frankfurt’s Financial District. This well-priced restaurant serves hearty Bavarian food in a charming rustic atmosphere. The décor is traditional and homely, with hunting trophies on the walls and sweet, checkered cloth on the tables. While the menu offers plenty of meaty dishes, the proprietors are happy to offer vegetarian options. During the summer, The Bavaria restaurant has a picturesque terrace, from which diners can watch the city pass by.
Palmengarten botanical garden
September 5th, 2006Frankfurt am Main is home to many beautiful public areas, and one of the most popular is the stunning Palmengarten botanical garden. It is located in the Westend-Süd area of the city, and it was created and financed by famed architect Heinrich Siesmayer. The park was opened to the public in 1871, and it has been a popular destination for both tourists and locals every since. The park spans 29 hectares and it features both climate-controlled and free-air greenhouses displaying a stunning array of tropical and subtropical plants. The park is located next to the lovely Frankfurt Botanical Garden.
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Hotels in Frankfurt Blog
August 28th, 2006Wilkommen nach Unsere Hotels in Frankfurt Blog! This blog will be all about Frankfurt Germany, what to do, where to see and eat and more. We hope in the coming weeks and months to make this Frankfurt Blog as useful for travellers as possible.