Sachsenhausen, with its cobbled streets and lively atmosphere, has many modern alternatives to its famous apple-wine taverns. As home to a large student population, Bockenheim has plenty of youthful, inexpensive cafés. In the city centre, there are a few gems which are well worth seeking out in preference to the many overcrowded and overpriced alternatives

Discos, nightclubs and live music
Not surprisingly Frankfurt's nightlife is pretty eclectic, and there's a wide range of live music on offer. The local disco scene is heavily dance music-oriented, with most venues serving up house/techno beats for predominantly young crowds. Places tend to stay open until 4am during the week and 5am or 6am at weekends. Entry starts at about DM10/¬5. For details of events, the best magazines are Prinz (DM2/¬1) and Journal Frankfurt (DM3.50/¬1.75). Free magazines such as Fritz and Strandgut , which also cover other towns in central Hesse, are also useful.

Culture
Frankfurt has a predictably lively performing-arts scene, with a wide range of choice in both music and theatre, and an established tradition of productions in English