EXCLUSIVE GROUP EXPERIENCES IN FRANKFURT Welcome to Villa Kennedy, a stately family home turned intimate, elegant hotel on Frankfurt’s verdant south bank. Amidst colonnaded Neo-Gothic architecture, a tranquil courtyard garden and calming contemporary design, find outstanding Italian cuisine, award-winning cocktails and a capacious, sun-filled spa. Enjoy an intimate al fresco supper, late-night live music, or host an elaborate event. Take a mixology masterclass, a seat at the chef’s table, or a quiet look out over Frankfurt from your French balcony. From here, slip out into leafy Sachsenhausen’s lively bars, Frankfurt’s museum embankment or St Bartholomew’s Cathedral. Take a stroll along the river Main, or drift through town by boat. Sample renowned German wines and fresh local fare. Our team is on hand to create custom experiences and grant unique access to every corner of this dynamic German town. 3 CITY ACTIVITIES FOR GROUPS FRANKFURT MUSEUM EMBANKMENT 6 PRIVTAE VILLA KENNEDY EVENTS 8 CITY TOURS 10 CHEF’S TABLE 12 RHEINGAU WINE EXPERIENCES 14 DINNER CRUISE 16 THE VILLA SPA 18 ÄPPELWOI EXPERIENCE 20 JFK BAR 22 COMMERZBANK-ARENA TOUR 24 VILLA GARDEN EVENTS 26 FRANKFURT STOCK EXCHANGE 28 SIGHTSEEING & ATTRACTIONS 30 [email protected] T: +49 69 717 121 420 5 CITY ACTIVITIES FOR GROUPS HERITAGE AND HISTORY Frankfurt Museum Embankment Villa Kennedy’s privileged position, mere minutes from Frankfurt’s famed museum embankment, gives guests access to nine of the country’s leading cultural institutions – spanning art from all eras, film, photography, architecture and more. Ask our concierge about tours, workshops and special events across the collection. FIND OUT MORE 6 INSIDE OUR WALLS EXCEPTIONAL OCCASIONS Private events Host a BBQ or cocktail party in our enchanting Villa Garden. A grand celebration in the ballroom. Or an intimate affair in the presidential suite. Take the space for a wedding, fashion show, press launch or conference. Villa Kennedy has a vast array of impressive, adaptable venue space and experienced event and culinary teams to cater for every ilk of occasion. Choose from the 700m2 Villa Garden, five state-of-the-art salons, the Konrad Adenauer Ballroom, two historic reception rooms and our restaurant or bar – or take over the entire hotel. Wherever you hold it, expect to host a truly outstanding event. FIND OUT MORE 9 CITY ACTIVITIES FOR GROUPS SEE THE CITY Frankfurt city tours Immerse yourself in Frankfurt’s fascinating 1,200-year history with a tailor-made tour. Kick off in the medieval Altstadt, or old town, following in the footsteps of Roman rulers on the significant Römerberg square; scale the Main Tower to see the city from 200 metres up; explore the imposing cathedral, St Paul’s Church, Goethe House or the Alte Oper opera house; and hear the city’s many stories and legends from your local guide as you go. Alternatively, discover the city with your workout on a guided sightseeing jogging tour. FIND OUT MORE 10 INSIDE OUR WALLS THE TOP TABLE Chef’s table Let our executive chef host you at his chef’s table – a gourmet institution named one of the best in Europe by Der Feinschmecker magazine. Let the theatre of the restaurant kitchen unfold around you as you work through the signature six-course tasting menu. Intimate, exhilarating, and a must for all gourmands. FIND OUT MORE 13 CITY ACTIVITIES FOR GROUPS RAISE A GLASS Rheingau wine experiences A firm Villa Kennedy favourite, the opportunity to visit some of the region’s world-famous vineyards is not to be overlooked. Let us take you to the rural Rheingau wine region, stopping for Riesling tastings in esteemed wineries such as Schloss Johannisberg and Schloss Vollrads. To experience it in serious style, opt for the Rheingau Oldtimer tour, where a classic Oldtimer car takes you along the river Main from Villa Kennedy, through the picturesque Rheingau countryside, to several important vineyards – not least Langwerth von Simmern, where Villa Kennedy’s house wine is made. FIND OUT MORE 14 CITY ACTIVITIES FOR GROUPS SET SAIL Dinner cruise Take in the bright lights of the city’s striking skyline from the river Main on a scenic evening cruise. An exquisite seasonal four-course meal will be accompanied by live music as you make your way from Eiserner Steg bridge through the centre of Frankfurt in an unforgettable three-hour voyage. FIND OUT MORE 17 INSIDE OUR WALLS RELAX AND REJUVENATE The Villa Spa The 1000m2, four-story Villa Spa is a sanctuary of wellbeing and calm within the energetic city. On top of an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, outdoor spa garden and a state-of-the- art gym and fitness studio, it houses a beauty salon and eight treatment rooms where our expert therapists give signature spa treatments. For meetings and conferences, we offer a special spa menu, including group yoga classes, head massages and specialist nutritional menus. FIND OUT MORE FIND OUT MORE 18 CITY ACTIVITIES FOR GROUPS FRANKFURT’S FINEST Äppelwoi experience Sample some of Frankfurt’s most prized produce, äppelwoi, or apple wine, in a guided tasting tour honouring its signature drink. The two-hour tour takes guests through the city’s most esteemed äppelwoi establishments, from the Frankfurt Mustard Gallery for cider-mustard schnitzels to the charming Dauth-Schneider apple winery, serving the drink since 1849. A unique-to-Frankfurt experience. FIND OUT MORE 21 INSIDE OUR WALLS COCKTAIL HOUR JFK bar Settle in to the award-winning JFK bar for a signature cocktail from one of our master mixologists. Choose from more than 120 innovative cocktails, premium cognacs, malt whiskies or fine wines, accompanied by Italian antipasti, live music and the lively Frankfurt locals that spill out on the terrace. Guests can also learn to shake and stir it like a pro with a cocktail- making masterclass from one of our mixologists, or learn more about our premium spirits and wine selection with a private tasting. FIND OUT MORE 22 CITY ACTIVITIES FOR GROUPS THE BEAUTIFUL GAME Commerzbank-Arena Tour Visit the home of the legendary Eintracht Frankfurt football club, with a private tour of the Commerzbank-Arena. Experience the electric atmosphere of a World Cup stadium, the thrill of passing through the player’s tunnel and the gravity of sitting at the sidelines on the coach’s bench. Attend a match as a VIP, enjoying exclusive lodges and an unrivalled view from the business terrace. FIND OUT MORE 25 INSIDE OUR WALLS AL FRESCO AFFAIRS Villa Garden events Dine on authentic Italian cuisine at Villa Kennedy’s Gusto restaurant, serving an exciting Mediterranean menu created by Michelin-starred chef Fulvio Pierangelini, Rocco Forte Hotels’ Creative Director of Food. Whether enjoyed in the ambient dining room or al fresco on the terrace, diners can expect fresh, locally sourced ingredients cooked with genuine Italian passion – spanning classic fare such as spaghetti al pomodoro and speciality plates like Wagyu entrecôte cooked over Himalayan salt stone. FIND OUT MORE 26 CITY ACTIVITIES FOR GROUPS TAKE STOCK Frankfurt Stock Exchange Get behind-the-scenes access to Germany’s thriving financial centre at the country’s largest stock exchange, originating from the 19th century. Greeted by the symbolic bull and bear statues – to represent the rising and falling markets – visitors can watch the traders in action from the viewing gallery, stopping for a talk on exchange trading from the Deutsche Börse Group. FIND OUT MORE 29 SIGHTSEEING & ATTRACTIONS PALM GARDENS IMPERIAL CATHEDRAL A vibrant, verdant oasis in the middle of Frankfurt, the spectacular Palmengarten Arguably the city’s most recognisable sight, the Gothic Imperial Cathedral of botanical gardens is a long-standing cultural, educational and community institution. St Bartholomew is a must-see for any newcomer to Frankfurt. Sat in the city’s Here, visitors can relax, regenerate and reconnect with nature, surrounded by exotic Medieval quarter, just behind Römerberg, Frankfurt’s largest religious building plants from all over the world – and enjoy a lively calendar of regular music and has just as much history – serving as a key election and coronation site for social events. the Holy Roman Empire. THE OLD OPERA HOUSE FRANKFURT ZOO Once “Germany’s most beautiful ruin”, the spectacular façade of Frankfurt’s decayed Home to more than 4,500 animals and more than 450 species, Frankfurt Zoo is one Opera House has been lovingly restored and is now the front of one of the country’s of the oldest zoological gardens in the world. An important institution for zoological most prestigious concert halls: the Alte Oper. Come for its diverse program of conversation and education, guests can meet an incredible array of animals from top-quality productions, spanning classical, jazz, musical theatre and more. all over the world in specially designed animal houses and open cages. Our concierge team will be more than happy to assist you MAIN TOWER Frankfurt’s highest vantage point, the observation platform from the 200m-tall Main with any enquiries that you might have. Tower offers unparalleled, panoramic views across the city – as well as a 53rd floor restaurant and lounge, offering high-end, high-up dining and classic cocktails with a dash of vertigo. RÖMERBERG With a noteworthy history that dates back to the 9th Century, Römerberg square is quintessentially Frankfurt. An important Roman site, and home to the city’s government since the 15th century, Römerberg has long been a centre point for markets and fairs, tournaments and festivals, executions