Bockenheim Travel Guide

Frankfurt

Bockenheim
Bockenheim
Bockenheim
Bockenheim
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With a vast student population and an entrance via a semi-submerged carriage, this district has an abundance of innovation and creativity.

As the former setting of the city’s main university campus, Bockenheim remains one of the cultural hubs of Frankfurt. The youthful and eclectic student feel is reflected in the modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere of this densely populated district. Stay in Bockenheim or plan a visit to get to know this busy neighborhood through its specialty foods, among its many other highlights.

For a sense of the eclectic sights, sounds, tastes and smells in the area, peruse the Wochenmarkt Bockenheim. On Thursdays, this weekly market has rows of stalls selling fresh produce from the region. Rising from the square where the market is held is the iconic Bockenheimer Warte, one of the four towers preserved from the medieval walls that once enclosed the city.

Admire the tower’s timber-framed summit and cylindrical body. Snap photos of its eponymous train station with an entrance disguised as a half-submerged train carriage. This kind of quirky innovation is typical of the area, where you can also find many inventive culinary options and architectural gems.

Among the highlights of Bockenheim is the Senckenberg Museum. Browse the fascinating natural history displays, featuring one of Europe’s largest dinosaur exhibits. Look toward the future at the nearby Experiminta museum. Head north to the Frauenfriedenskirche, whose façade includes three tall, narrow arches.

Appreciate the neighborhood’s bohemian ambiance as you frequent quaint cafés and cabaret theaters. Relax in one of the typical Frankfurt pubs. Wander past the lake of the scenic Rebstockpark and bring your kids to its indoor water park. On the park’s southern border stands the Frankfurter Feldbahn Museum, where you can inspect antique railway carriages.

Find the district in the northwestern corner of Frankfurt. Drive northwest from the city center for less than 20 minutes or travel by public transportation to the Frankfurt Main West or the Leipziger Straße.

Bockenheim is a place where invention and intriguing history combine.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Bockenheim

Holiday Inn - the niu, Air Frankfurt Messe by IHG

Holiday Inn - the niu, Air Frankfurt Messe by IHG

Leonardo-da-Vinci-Allee 30, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ₹4,932 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹4,932
₹6,173 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (360 reviews)
"The breakfast was great. The A/C was okay."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn - the niu, Air Frankfurt Messe by IHG
Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankfurt

Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankfurt

Franklinstr. 65, Frankfurt, HE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,051 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹10,051
₹11,153 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
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Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Frankfurt
Mercure Hotel & Residenz Frankfurt Messe

Mercure Hotel & Residenz Frankfurt Messe

4.5 out of 5
Voltastr. 29, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ₹7,082 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
₹7,082
₹7,976 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Alte Oper and Main Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (490 reviews)
"The hotel overall was very good. Nice choices at breakfast . Very clean and modern . The staff were friendly and welcoming and all spoke a little English. The location is quiet but a long way out of town and no puds or restaurants within walking distance."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Mercure Hotel & Residenz Frankfurt Messe
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Flughafen Terminal 1, Hugo-Eckener-Ring 15, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ₹10,284 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
₹10,284
₹11,402 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,382 reviews)
"Beautiful place"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport

De-Saint-Exupéry-Straße 4, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ₹7,073 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹7,073
₹7,966 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,983 reviews)
"Easy check in. great hotel bar with outstanding food. Entire hotel staff provides exceptional service. Will stay again for sure ."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
Maritim Hotel Frankfurt

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt

Theodor-Heuss-Allee 3, Frankfurt, HE
The price is ₹7,092 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹7,092
₹7,990 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"I like the hotel"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
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Other neighbourhoods around Bockenheim

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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Westend-Süd

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Westend-Süd
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Gallus

4/5(51 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Gallus. Spend some time visiting top spots like Skyline Plaza, and catch the metro at Frankfurt (Main) Galluswarte S-Bahn or Galluswarte Tram Stop to see more of the area.

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Bahnhofsviertel

3/5(144 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
Frankfurt showing a river or creek and a city

Innenstadt 1

If you're spending time in Innenstadt 1, check out sights like Skyline Plaza or Kaiserstrasse and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Speyerer Straße Tram Stop or Heilbronner Straße Tram Stop.

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Gutleutviertel

3.5/5(46 area reviews)

Visitors to Gutleutviertel love its abundant dining options, and if you want to see more of the area, jump on the metro at Heilbronner Straße Tram Stop.

Gutleutviertel


Bockenheim Travel Guide