Getting to Alte Oper, Frankfurt, Germany

The Alte Oper is an iconic concert hall and former opera house located in the heart of Frankfurt, Germany. Whether you are coming from within the city or from further afield, you have several options for reaching this cultural landmark.

Public Transport

Frankfurt has an extensive public transportation system which includes buses, trams, subways (U-Bahn), and commuter trains (S-Bahn). The nearest stations to Alte Oper are:

U-Bahn: The U6 and U7 lines stop at "Alte Oper" station, which is directly beside the concert hall.
S-Bahn: The nearest S-Bahn stations are "Hauptwache" and "Taunusanlage", both are within walking distance.
Tram: Lines 12, 15, and 21 stop at "Alte Oper" tram station.
Bus: Several bus lines also have stops close by to the Alte Oper, including lines n° 32, n° 36, n° 42, and n° 52 at the bus stop "Alte Oper".

By Car

If you are driving, the Alte Oper is easily accessible from major roads and the autobahn. There are multiple parking options available including:

The Opernturm car park, which offers a direct connection to the Alte Oper.
The Alte Oper public car park which is right under the concert hall.

By Bike

Frankfurt is a bike-friendly city with dedicated lanes and bike hire schemes. You can cycle to Alte Oper and park your bike in the bike parking areas nearby.

From the Airport

Frankfurt Airport is one of the busiest in Europe and is well connected to the city. You can take:

The S-Bahn lines S8 or S9 which will take you to the "Hauptwache" station in about 20 minutes. From there it’s a short walk or a transfer to the U-Bahn to reach Alte Oper.
Alternatively, taxis and car rental services are readily available at the airport.