Westend Nord Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Westend Nord
Frankfurt’s green belt and tranquil residential zone encompass the financial center and the iconic twin towers that rise a little south of the university.

Split into a northern and southern quarter, the Westend area is an affluent residential zone just outside the city center. As you amble along the pleasant lanes, you’ll spot the large and impressive houses of some of the city’s wealthiest citizens. Visit the Westend to relax in various parks and plazas, enjoying the district’s serenity and enchanting scenery.

Study the collection of plants on display in the Frankfurt Botanical Garden. It is known for the exceptional architecture of the greenhouse, which contains a vast tropical section. Continue to explore the greenery of the region at the Nebbiensches Gartenhaus, where fountains and floral displays adorn the pavilion.

A little farther south lies the tropical realm and aquarium of the Palm Garden. Stroll around the scenic Bootsweiher lake to see a show or recital at the Papageno Musiktheater am Palmengarten. Bring your family to see the colorful displays showcasing scenes from a 19th-century children’s book at the Struwwelpeter Museum.

Marking the eastern side of the Westend region is the spacious Rothschildpark, which provides some of the best views of the Deutsche Bank Twin Towers. Admire the carved glass making up these iconic skyscrapers that are joined at the base by a wide podium. Consider the financial importance of this Deutsche Bank headquarters, often used as the background image for financial news reports.

In the northern part of the quarter stands the Goethe University Frankfurt. Chat with students as you make your way through the campus. Marvel at the size of the enormous IG Farben Building Johann Wolfgang Goethe University. It has an intriguing history and working paternoster elevators that travel up and down in a continuous loop.

The Westend skirts the western border of the central Innenstadt district. Travel here by U-Bahn to the Alte Oper station then head west to explore the neighborhood.


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Our pick of the best Westend Nord Hotel Deals

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
Theodor-Heuss-Allee 3, Frankfurt, HE
The price is NZ$145 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
NZ$145
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Room was large and comfortable"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Flughafen Terminal 1, Hugo-Eckener-Ring 15, Frankfurt, HE
The price is NZ$198 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
NZ$198
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,046 reviews)
Frankfurt for a day
"Front desk staff was very helpful and efficient. Excellent recommendations for places to eat in the city and helpful getting us transportation. Perfect location for early morning flight out!"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
De-Saint-Exupéry-Straße 4, Frankfurt, HE
The price is NZ$163 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$163
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews)
"Proximity to the airport"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
The Squaire, Am Flughafen, Frankfurt
The price is NZ$215 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$215
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,813 reviews)
"Nice location"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt
Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt
Unterschweinstiege 16, Frankfurt, HE
The price is NZ$158 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$158
per night
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,679 reviews)
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Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt
Scandic Frankfurt Hafenpark
Scandic Frankfurt Hafenpark
Eytelweinstrasse 1, Frankfurt, Hessen
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$172 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$172
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (258 reviews)
"Great experience, thank you"

Reviewed on 26 Feb. 2024

Scandic Frankfurt Hafenpark
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Other neighbourhoods around Westend Nord

Palmengarten showing a park, boating and a river or creek

Westend-Süd

If you're spending time in Westend-Süd, check out sights like Senckenberg Museum or Palmengarten and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Westend Station or Festhalle-Messe Tram Stop.

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Innenstadt III

While you're in Innenstadt III, take in top sights like Berger Strasse or Main Hiking Trail, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rohrbachstraße -Friedberger Landstraße Tram Stop or Glauburgstrasse Station.

Innenstadt III
Palmengarten showing a park, boating and a river or creek

Innenstadt II

If you're spending time in Innenstadt II, check out sights like Senckenberg Museum or Palmengarten and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Leipziger Strasse U-Bahn or Adalbert-Schloßstraße Tram Stop.

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Innenstadt

Enjoy the popular shops in Innenstadt. MyZeil is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Frankfurt (M) Hauptwache Station or Eschenheimer Tor Station to see more of Frankfurt.

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Bockenheim

4/5(3 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and museums, there's plenty to explore in Bockenheim. Top attractions like Rebstockpark and Main Hiking Trail are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Kirchplatz Station or Leipziger Strasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Bahnhofsviertel

3.5/5(38 area reviews)

Bahnhofsviertel is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kaiserstrasse and Museumsufer. See more of Frankfurt by jumping on the metro at Weserstraße-Münchener Straße Tram Stop or Münchener Straß/ Frankfurt Central Tram Stop.

Bahnhofsviertel

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