Condé Nast crowns Frankfurt: One of the world's best travel destinations for 2026

Sometimes you need an outside perspective to recognize what's happening right on your doorstep. The travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller has named Frankfurt one of its "Best Places to Go 2026," officially placing the metropolis on the Main River among global trend destinations.

The news carries weight in the world of discerning travel: Anyone looking to discover an inspiring destination in 2026 should have Frankfurt on their map. In its latest selection of global destinations, Condé Nast Traveller magazine places the metropolis on the Main River alongside cities like Vancouver, Kyoto, and Cape Town. For the German-speaking region, Frankfurt is one of only six recommended destinations. With this, the editors acknowledge a development that extends far beyond its famous skyline.

Design and dynamism as new landmarks

The decisive impetus for the nomination is Frankfurt's title as World Design Capital 2026. The city is using this platform to present itself not only as a financial center, but also as a creative and cultural hotspot. Numerous exhibitions, events, and initiatives are planned, all of which embrace design as a driving force for social and urban development. This global stage puts the unique combination of international flair and local identity, of modern architecture and living tradition, in the spotlight.

At the same time, the city's upscale hotel industry is experiencing a renaissance. The reopening of the Grandhotel Hessischer Hof under the management of Taj Hotels promises the return of an icon. New hotels such as the stylish Kimpton Frankfurt and the Florentin, located in the former Villa Kennedy, are also setting fresh, luxurious standards. They are creating new attractions for an international clientele seeking more than just a business hotel.

Thus, the travel magazine's verdict fits seamlessly into the picture of a city in transition. Frankfurt proves that it possesses the qualities of a cosmopolitan metropolis without losing its authentic character – a balance that makes it one of the most exciting places in Europe.