As a frequent visitor to Frankfurt, I am convinced that this city offers more than just skyscrapers…read moreand business buzz--it's a city of contrasts waiting to be explored. The tour took us beyond the usual sights, weaving through iconic landmarks like Römerberg, Frankfurt Cathedral, and Carmelite Monastery, while also brushing past modern hubs like MyZeil and Hauptbahnhof. What sets it apart is the personal touch: hidden alleys, local eateries, and stories that reveal the city's layered soul. From the Iron Bridge to Goethe-Haus and Alte Oper, the tour dives deep into Frankfurt's heritage. Whether you're drawn to history, architecture, or global flavors--like the Middle Eastern dishes at Ya Medina or South Indian fare at Saravanaa Bhavan--you'll leave with a richer connection to the city. Known as "Mainhattan" for its skyline and river setting, Frankfurt blends tradition with innovation, making it ideal for short stays, cultural breaks, and day trips. A city of trade, tales, and timeless charm.

I wanted to find an informative walking tour of Frankfurt during a recent visit & found Frankfurt…read moreOn Foot through Yelp. Thank you fellow Yelpers! I read the glowing reviews of the tour guide Dave & was looking forward to meeting him. Upon arrival, Dave was collecting payment (17€) and was answering questions. I told him that I read that he was retired American military & was living in Frankfurt. I asked him how he ended up in Frankfurt & he answered that he followed his love (now his wife). I love cute love stories. Our tour was led by Angeliki, a guide who is specialized in archaeology. She was very knowledgeable & sweet lady. Our tour included architecture details & history of many buildings, a bathroom break & lunch at an inside market that had sandwiches, pastries & a famous lady who makes beef & pork sausages & also makes her own mustard. I had a pork sausage sandwich with mustard. Simple & tasty. I walked around with another fellow traveler & we had post lunch pastries before meeting up with our group. Our tour ended at the burial site of Anne Frank & her family. It was somber but very emotional & moving. Thank you Frankfurt On Foot for an informative & educational tour, which was interesting & enjoyable despite the rain & snow.

Highly, highly recommend taking the brewhouse tour! I booked it on TripAdvisor and it was an…read moreexcellent activity since I was traveling alone and didn't really speak German but still wanted to try some beers. The tour guide Elise was awesome, ordered beers for us and educated us on brewhouse culture, and our group gelled immediately. We went to a variety of brewhouses and I learned so much about beer and Cologne, even though I've been on many brewery tours before. Definitely check it out.

Had the best time! Not only a Kolsch brewery tour, but a Cologne history tour as well! Really a…read morefabulous time. Manny our guide was great!

Paid them a visit while I was touring with Trafalgar…read more The onboard staff was amazingly polite, and we somehow had managed to communicate entirely in broken English. Their onboard menu offerings ranged from ice cream to chocolates, and full-on sausage lunch plates with beers. The guided tour was conducted in (pre-recorded) English, and it takes you downriver past historic castles and vineyards.

It was a sunny May day that we visited Rudesheim and the first thing on the agenda was a Rhine…read moreriver cruise. Whether you want to get off or not, it's a pleasant ride up and down the river with ample chances to take in the views of the many castles, vineyards, and Germanic scenery. We took the chance to hop on and off, saw a castle, ate some lunch, and then enjoyed our ride back to Rudesheim on the patio of the boat. You can order the famous Rudesheim coffee drink on board, along with some other goodies, which adds an element of fun to it. Overall, it's a fun thing to do when in the region. Don't expect a luxury liner, but you'll be comfortable.

We took the passenger ferry from Bingen to Rüdesheim and it's really nice to go on the river like…read morethat. As public transportation works so well in Germany we were going by train and bus, but Bingen and Rüdesheim are separated by the Rhine, so boat was in order. Fare: 2.20€ per person. The bus from Bad Kruznach to Bingen stopped very close to the ferry but be aware that on the Rüdesheim side the boat stops near the station, which is a bit of a walk to the city center, and the buses are infrequent.

We had a fun time on the KD river cruise along the Rhein. It stops in many places but it's…read moreinconvenient to get off at any of them if you want to eventually make it back to Rüdesheim because the boat comes back a lot later and then you're in one of the small towns for many hours. The boat ride was super relaxing though and the people were really nice. Total it was around 5 hours round trip, but it didn't even feel that long. There is a cafe on the main floor and then sitting upstairs was peaceful.

A great (if super touristy) way to enjoy the scenic Rhine valley, the KD cruises give you both…read moreshort-trip, and all-day excursions, as well as one-way or round-trip options. They start up north in Köln and end in Mainz, with stops at nearly every lovely little Rhein town along the way. You can buy your ticket at the booth by the gangway where the boat docks, and the price varies, depending on how far you're going and if you are making a return trip. I've been on this line a couple of times now, once in '96 and once this summer, and it's pretty much exactly the same. On the boat, you have different seating and standing options. There is an indoor deck with dining tables and air conditioning. There is a main outdoor deck with patio chairs that people rearrange to their preference and a snack bar where you can purchase beer wine and soft drinks, as well as würstchen, chips, and a few other items (at a premium captive audience price, of course). There is an additional upper deck that is for standing only. The weather the day we went was gorgeous and we were going to be on a plane home the next day, so we opted to hang out on the top deck during our 4-hour trip from Boppard to Bingen. I imagine the indoor deck is popular on rainy or cold days. A pre-recorded explanation in multiple languages (German, English, and I think Spanish -- possibly another) comes over the loudspeakers as they pass different landmarks and points of interest. They even play Die Lorelei (famous German folk song) as you sail past the Lorelei. It isn't particularly clear and easy to hear when you're outside, but you can at least hear the names of the points of interest, so you can look them up later if you so wish. If you want to meet fellow Americans and their families while you're on your trip, this is a place to do it. It's also a great place to people watch and guess what the relationship is within certain groups traveling together on board. You will most assuredly be taking photos for other people as well. Overall, it's worth the time and money to travel the Rhein this way, and I'd definitely recommend it to first-time visitors to Rheinland.

Generally a really popular service and good overview of Frankfurt available in 10 languages;…read moreEnglish, French, Deutschland, Spanish, Italian, Russian. Several touring options to meet your interest and time. Pass good for 24 hours. Tip: Buy online for a discount or buy the Frankfurt Card to obtain discount as well. I chose the Skyline tour, which offered an extended route. The only concern I experienced with this option was exact Travel times were not listed and I traveled the original route twice, unexpectedly. Similar tours in other areas offer the same kind of service. The canopy on the 2nd floor is open in favorable weather. The top floor offers excellent unobstructed views as well

This was one of our favorite things to do during our free day in Frankfurt! Not too expensive (20€)…read more& very flexible, we were able to see the highlights of the city and bounce on & off the bus all day. There are 2 routes that go around the cit and 3 types of tickets. Make sure to pay for the 2nd tier ticket as there are more stops (both routes). The top tier ticket also includes the river boat ride. We didn't get that one as we were tight on time. We hopped on from Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbanhof, the main train station and hub of the city. Exit the main doors and the bus stop is located on the other side of the parking lot. The buses were clean and well maintained. We loved sitting upstairs of the open air 2-level buses. Each ticket includes earbuds for the audio session of the tour. Each seat also includes a headphone jack and you can choose your language. This is such a fun non stressful way to check out the city. Totally recommended!! Tip: There is a museum pass that includes the Palmgarten & History museums. Check at the box office of the museums.

Tucked away in the hills that overlook the Rhine, you'll find Kloster Eberbach. It is stunning in…read moreits serenity and impressive to think that it was built long ago without the help of modern construction. You may recognize it from the 1986 Sean Connery film "The name of the Rose". My family is emigrated from a city just down the road and that used to be a part of the Monastery's estate, and I'm fortunate to stay in touch with the relatives that stayed behind. On Christmas day last year when everything is closed (and the parents wanted to tend to the Christmas roast -- think the same fuss as a Thanksgiving turkey), we young 'uns headed down to the Abbey to check things out. The buildings were closed, but the grounds were open, and we and some other locals meandered around, finally winding up by the sheep and goats. One little guy kept poking his head out to have his chin scratched, and I was happy to oblige him. I'll look forward to my next visit, hopefully on a day when the place is open so I can tour it and learn more about the Abbey's history!

This was my first time visiting a previous monastery dwelling and was surprised to know that only…read more120 monks lived on such a beautiful estate. I came here with a group from work for a team building adventure. We started out breaking into teams for a scavenger hunt around the monastery; then hiked up the top of the hill to see a breath taking view of the countryside and had a light snack at the summit; then returning for a formal tour of the monastery followed by wine tasting in the cellar; and finally we had dinner here at their restaurant to wrap up our 5 hour excursion. Today this place is used for festivals and concerts but you get an appreciation of the dedication and effort of a few men that resulted in an amazing historical landmark. There was also a movie filmed here in the 1980's by Sean Connery. This was a humbling and fantastic experience all rolled into one great adventure that I would highly recommend as a must see place that you will appreciate.

This is the hour boat cruise on the Rhine from Koblenz. Very nice , smooth and a very good coffee…read more Highly recommended.