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Things to see and do with kids in Frankfurt

Although parents would never bring children to Frankfurt for a holiday, there are plenty of worthy attractions for kids to enjoy. Parks and gardens are ideal in the summer months allowing children the space to let off some steam, while in winter or rainy weather there are plenty of child-friendly museums and exhibitions. Here are some ideas for entertaining the kids on a short visit to Frankfurt:

Frankfurt Zoo

The Frankfurt Zoo, located in Ostend, was nearly totally destroyed in World War II, with only 20 animals surviving. It was rebuilt in the early 1950s and since then has grown to include several innovative new sections such as the highly popular Big...  see full details

Palmengarten

This spectacular garden in Frankfurt was opened to the public in 1871 and features 50 acres (20 hectares) of flora from rain forest and mangrove, to savannah and thorn forest vegetation. During the summer months, families can rent rowboats on the pond, tour...  see full details

Children’s Museum of Frankfurt

The Children's Museum of Frankfurt gives provides an interactive and exciting glimpse of what life is like under the streets of Frankfurt. Exhibitions take in the various geology, biology and archaeology of the city. The museum emphasises a hands-on experience so kids can feel...  see full details

Senckenberg Museum of Natural History

One of the biggest natural history museums in Germany and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Senckenberg Museum of Natural History in Frankfurt features exhibits of recent biodiversity of life and evolution of organisms as well as the Earth. A popular attraction of the...  see full details

Struwwelpeter Museum

The Struwwelpeter Museum features memorabilia of the children's books, Struwwelpeter ('Slovenly Peter'), which were written and illustrated in the early 19th century by Dr. Heinrich Hoffman. These tales reflect the draconian parenting style of this bygone age, although today modern kids are more...  see full details

Rebstock Bath

A visit to the Rebstock pool on a hot summer's day in Frankfurt is a must for children of all ages. It features a huge 394-foot (120m) water slide, wave pool, hot tubs, saunas and even an Olympic lap pool. For parents looking...  see full details