Los geht's! Discover Frankfurt’s hidden spots with Spotted by Locals! From Apfelwein taverns in Sachsenhausen to undiscovered modern art spaces, our Spotters reveal a side of Frankfurt rarely seen by visitors.
Pizzeria Paolo is one of the Frankfurt restaurants I was close to not sharing with you. But here we go: this place makes my favorite Italian pizza...
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The "Willemer Häuschen" in Frankfurt was the site of Göthe's meeting with Marianne Willemer which sparked a famous love affair...
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Spaghetti ice cream is something so very German! The best place to try it is Eis Fontanella in Frankfurt, but any ice cream shop will serve this curiosity!
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"Casablanca Café" in Frankfurt is a curious, hidden place that is always changing. It's a bar & a buffet restaurant with a great terrace!
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"Ruby Louise Rooftop Bar" in Frankfurt is an obligatory rooftop bar in this city of skyscrapers! Its whole interior design is 'Elegance vs. Street Art'...
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"International Tattoo Gallery" in Frankfurt is the place for those who find tattoos an art form. They will make your tattoo dream come true!
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"Cinema" in Frankfurt is a hidden French cinema located at the end of a downtown passageway. It makes me wonder why large-scale cinemas are still a thing.
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There are several "Bücherschränke" in Frankfurt in public places - 'bookcases' where people can leave and take books from. I think it's a great way to...
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"Metzlerpark" Frankfurt is the place to grab a bite to eat or chill out for a bit while visiting the Museumsufer along the river. Take your sandwich or...
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"Patisserie de l'Arabie" Frankfurt is a patisserie with baklava, mabroume, basme, sirra, schafayif... if these names don't ring a bell, you're missing out!
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Frankfurt's street art and graffiti is definitely worth your attention, so follow my recommendations and find the best works and installations!
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144 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
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