Frankfurt Family-Friendly Historical Walking Tour

Set out on a delightful family-friendly adventure through Frankfurt’s charming Old Town. Led by a 5-star guide, you’ll uncover fascinating historical facts and solve fun riddles about the city’s rich culture. This 3-hour walking tour includes a visit to the stunning Frankfurt Cathedral and a relaxing 50-minute guided cruise on the Main River, offering an unforgettable experience for travelers of all ages. With wheelchair and stroller accessibility, the whole family can enjoy this captivating exploration. But what secrets and surprises await as you venture through Frankfurt’s captivating past?

About Your Stay

Key Points:

• This family-friendly walking tour in Frankfurt’s Old Town features fun historical facts and riddles for an engaging and educational experience.
• The tour includes a guided cruise on the Main River and stops at iconic landmarks like the Frankfurt Cathedral.
• The tour is led by a 5-star guide fluent in the chosen language, ensuring expert commentary and a seamless experience.
• The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible, making it suitable for most travelers, including infants.
• The tour starts and ends at the David and Goliath Sculpture in Zeil 129, with convenient access to public transportation.

Tour Overview

This family-friendly historical walking tour in Frankfurt, Germany, showcases the highlights of the city’s Old Town.

It’s tailored for families with children, featuring fun facts and riddles about Frankfurt’s rich history and culture.

The tour includes a guided cruise, allowing participants to explore the city from the river.

Led by a 5-star guide fluent in the chosen language, the private tour ensures an intimate and personalized experience.

With stops at the iconic Frankfurt Cathedral and other notable landmarks, this walking tour provides a comprehensive introduction to the charming Old Town, making it an ideal activity for both adults and children.

Inclusions

The tour includes several key inclusions that enhance the overall experience.

Travelers will be accompanied by a 5-star guide fluent in the chosen language, providing expert commentary and insights throughout the tour.

Plus, the tour includes entry to the free parts of the impressive Frankfurt Cathedral, allowing visitors to admire its stunning architecture.

The highlights also feature a 50-minute guided cruise on the Main River, available as part of the 3-hour tour option.

Lastly, the tour is designed to be accessible, with wheelchair and stroller-friendly surfaces, and suitable for most travelers, including infants.

The inclusions are:

1. 5-star guide fluent in chosen language
2. Entry to free parts of Frankfurt Cathedral
3. 50-minute guided cruise (3-hour tour option)
4. Wheelchair and stroller accessibility

Meeting and End Point

The meeting point for the Frankfurt Family-Friendly Walking Tour is the David and Goliath Sculpture, located at Zeil 129, 60313 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

From this central location, the tour will commence and explore the highlights of Frankfurt’s Old Town.

At the end of the tour, you will return to the same meeting point. This convenient meeting and end point allows for easy access to public transportation and ensures a seamless start and finish to the family-friendly historical walking adventure.

The guide will be on-site to greet the group and provide any necessary information before the tour begins.

Accessibility and Participation

Wheelchair accessible and stroller accessible, the Frankfurt Family-Friendly Walking Tour caters to families with children of all ages.

The tour is situated near public transportation, making it easily accessible for visitors. For infants, they must sit on laps, but most travelers can participate in the tour.

On top of that, the surfaces along the tour route are wheelchair accessible, ensuring a comfortable experience for all.

The tour includes:

1. Wheelchair accessibility.
2. Stroller accessibility.
3. Proximity to public transportation.
4. Accommodation for infants and most travelers.

Additional Information

Confirmation is received at booking, and customers should check their email the day before for important information about the tour. Cathedral visiting hours vary, with access restricted during masses. The guided cruise departs at multiple times throughout the day, both upriver and downriver. Customers can take advantage of the free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling policy up to 24 hours before the experience starts. Prices start at $196.24 per person but may vary based on group size, with a lowest price guarantee and a reserve now, pay later option available.

Tour Details	Times
Cathedral Visiting Hours	Mon-Thu & Sat: 9AM-12PM, 1:15-8PM Fri & Sun: 1:15-8PM
Cruise Departure Times	Upriver: 12:00AM, 2:00PM, 4:00PM Downriver: 11:00AM, 1:00PM, 3:00PM, 4:30PM, 5:00PM

Exploring Frankfurt Old Town

Visitors embark on a captivating journey through Frankfurt’s Old Town, marveling at the charming historic buildings and landmarks that have stood the test of time.

The tour guide leads the group through the quaint cobblestone streets, highlighting key sites such as:

1. The Römer, a stunning medieval city hall with its iconic stepped gable facade.
2. The Cathedral of St. Bartholomew, a magnificent Gothic cathedral known for its towering spire.
3. Goethe House, the birthplace of renowned German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
4. Paulsplatz, a charming square featuring half-timbered houses and the St. Paul’s Church.

The family-friendly tour provides engaging historical anecdotes and interactive activities to keep the younger participants entertained and captivated throughout the exploration of this vibrant and historic district.

Guided Cruise on the River

After exploring the charming landmarks of Frankfurt’s historic Old Town, the family-friendly tour continues with a guided cruise along the River Main.

The 50-minute cruise provides a unique perspective of the city, allowing the group to admire the skyline and iconic landmarks from the water. The guide shares fascinating insights about the river’s history and the sights along the way, engaging the children with fun facts and riddles.

The cruise is included in the 3-hour tour option, offering a well-rounded experience that combines walking and river exploration.

With its accessibility and family-friendly focus, this tour ensures a memorable and educational adventure for all.

Tailored for Families With Children

The family-friendly walking tour in Frankfurt is specially tailored to captivate young explorers.

This engaging tour features:

1. Fun facts and riddles about Frankfurt’s history and culture, designed to spark the imagination of children.
2. A guided cruise on the River Main, providing a unique perspective of the city’s landmarks.
3. Opportunities for children to participate actively, fostering a sense of discovery and learning.
4. A private tour experience, ensuring a personalized and interactive exploration for families.

With a 5-star guide fluent in the chosen language, this tour caters to the needs of families, making it an enriching and memorable experience for all.

Worth The Stay

This family-friendly historical walking tour in Frankfurt’s charming Old Town offers an engaging experience for travelers of all ages. Visitors will uncover fascinating facts, solve fun riddles, and enjoy a relaxing river cruise, all while exploring the city’s rich culture. With accessibility features and a knowledgeable 5-star guide, this tour ensures an unforgettable adventure for the whole family.