10 Things To Do At Frankfurt Airport During Layover

Everyone loves traveling, but what disturbs one is the layover. You can’t always have direct flights to your destination; you need connecting flights in such cases. The only issue with them is that these consume more time and make people wonder what to do at a layover! If there are intoxicating things to do at the airport, you can effortlessly spend hours of layover. If you happen to have a layover at Frankfurt airport, you can do a few things mentioned below.

1. Enjoy the lounge facility
   One can use this facility even if they don’t travel in Business or First class. Yes, you read that right! Frankfurt airport is quite huge and offers numerous options to spoil you. One must use their lounge membership program or book a single visit pass online well in advance (in case of no membership). With the fees paid, travelers can use TV, Wi-Fi, meals, and drinks, read magazines, and go for a shower (sometimes).

2. Shop your heart out
   Numerous boutiques and shops offer you appealing options to try! The Airport City Mall on Terminal 1 is the one-stop solution for all your shopping needs. You can find popular German brands and boutiques over there. The Coupon Wall offers alluring deals and discounts on shops and eatery points at the airport. You can shop duty-free and take home alcohol, candies, chocolates, cosmetics, perfumes, etc.

3. Feed your stomach
   Frankfurt Airport is one such airport that offers numerous things to eat and features many restaurants, bars, and cafes for every type of traveler. Reingold Bar, Goethe Bar, and Caviar House are to name a few. Moreover, there are numerous Asian eateries, German bakeries, and Western chains to satisfy cravings of every type.

4. Don’t miss pampering at a spa
   The Frankfurt Airport features top-notch spa services where you can get manicures, pedicures, facials, and massages done. You can also find a hairdresser for hairstyles and haircuts. Isn’t it best to use your spare time to pamper yourself? So, do get this during your layover at Frankfurt airport.

5. Go and freshen up
   After a long journey, if you feel exhausted, you can avail of their shower facilities at a nominal price. Five locations in Terminals 1 and 2 provide you with an amazing shower experience by providing shower gels, towels, and hair dryers. If you happen to be there between 6 am and 10 pm, you can avail of this service.

6. Surf the internet
   Who wants anything else if they are provided with unlimited internet at a place? You can use the free Wi-Fi provided to travelers unlimited here to chat with or FaceTime your friends or browse the internet as per your preference.

7. Fulfill your dream of flying a plane
   Yes, you read that right! You can become a pilot of your flight at Frankfurt Airport. A flight simulator allows you to fly from scratch, i.e., take off and land a simulated plane at airports globally. This would be performed obviously under the guidance of an experienced commercial pilot by paying a certain amount of fees.

8. Roam around
   If you can’t sit in one place for long and are willing to explore things, go and take a tour of the airport. This is the best way to utilize your layover period. You can also take a tour of the airport. The airport authorities would charge a small amount and take you to areas like runways and fire departments or places generally prohibited for the normal public. You can get to know their workings too.

9. Entertain yourself
   The airport also features a casino named Players Island that has modern slot machines, cash clubs, internet terminals, and whatnot! If you have kids and are traveling with them, you can head towards the play area there in the airport. You will undoubtedly run short of time with them once you go there.

10. Take rest or sleep
    If you are not interested in any of the above options, you are undoubtedly the one who prefers sleep over anything else and who won’t if provided a reclining lounge seat. The Frankfurt Airport has numerous reclining lounge seats not only in the Rest Zones but all over the airport. If you want to have a proper nap/sleep and don’t hesitate to loosen your pockets, reserve a private room at the transit hotel. They charge approximately €110 for 3 hours.

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