Frankfurt – Offering an exciting shopping experience!

Frankfurt, a key city in Germany, is popular world over for its financial institutions and trade fairs. But the city offers much more than these to its quintessential visitors. If you are an avid shopper, the city is just not going to disappoint you.

Frankfurt is in fact a shopper’s paradise. You can look forward to an exciting shopping experience while exploring this beautiful city. Whether you are looking for high-end items or fabulous bargains, all these and more are yours for the asking in the city. So, when planning to spend your vacations in Frankfurt next time, don’t forget to include shopping in your itinerary.

You will be spoilt for choices when it comes to explore some of the popular shopping destinations in Frankfurt. The famous pedestrian street, Zeil Fussgängerzone, which stretches from Hauptwache until Konstablewache, is the first stop for shopaholics. This is the best place to discover bakeries, fast food outlets, shoe shops, leather shops, boutiques, smaller shops, major department stores, and much more. Shopping here is an all-day activity. After you have made your purchases and decide to call it a day, think of spending some time relaxing and enjoying at the ice cream parlors, patisseries, delicatessens and numerous cafés – all of which are located at the western end of the Zeil.
 
Goethestraße is the perfect place for all those wanting to indulge in some haute couture shopping.  This 400-meter-long street runs parallel to Freßgasse. Here you can look forward to high-end shopping experience amid the presence of famous brands such as Tiffany, Mont Blanc, Cartier, Versace, Gucci and Prada. The prices might shock you. But never mind. If you are not ready to splurge, then why not just explore the street itself. With its cobblestones and trees lining the path, the Goethestraße street is undoubtedly worth a visit.

The Schillerstrasse street is yet another shopping destination for all those planning to buy quality gift and clothes. The Friday Market held here every week is quite popular among the local people, where they throng in large numbers for buying fresh fruits and vegetables, and other unusual and quirky items.

Apart from these famous shopping destinations in Frankfurt, here are some more that shouldn’t be ignored in any case if you are looking for a complete and exciting shopping experience in the city. These include Kaiserstraße, Hanauer Landstraße, Berger Straße and Leiziger Straße. Let us take a walking tour of all these important shopping venues and see what all they have to offer.

Kaiserstraße
The Kaiserstraße street is among the few places in Germany that still holds surprises for the visitors. Here you will discover many authentic 18th century buildings that remained intact in their original form and couldn’t be destroyed in World War II. The part of the street leading to the main station is renowned for its happening nightlife scene. This is the best place for part animals to spend their night out and have thrilling moments. The other part of the street leads to the city centre and still showcases the wealth, glamour and glitz of the bygone era. This part of the Kaiserstraße street is home to a number of expensive jewelry shops and furriers.

Hanauer Landstraße
The Hanauer Landstraße street is renowned for its modern industrial architecture. The visit here is quite enticing. You can shop here while marveling at its beauty. Whether you are looking for antiques or rare and exclusive designer furniture or other sensual hoe items from the Far East, all these and more are available on the Hanauer Landstraße street. If you have a passion for cars, a visit here is must for you. The street is also home to many international supermarkets. You can consider trying out some canned Chinese specialties as well.
 
Berger Straße
Consider visiting the Berger Straße street, which is famous for its small-town atmosphere. Visiting here is indeed an awesome experience as you get opportunity to experience the authentic Frankfurt life quite closely. This place is a great attraction for all those looking to purchase funky outfits, second hand clothes and other items that might otherwise be quite difficult to find in regular shops. The street is also famous for its lively bar and restaurant scene because of the big immigrant population. Eating at one of the many restaurants is indeed an enjoyable experience. Don’t forget to explore an authentic apple wine tavern here. Exploring this long Berger Straße street is a great experience in itself as it is full of pleasant surprises.