Next door, for real Goethe fans, is the Goethe Museum . German history, visit the Imperial Hall here. Across the way is the St. Bartholomew Cathedral , in whose chapel Holy Roman Emperors were crowned for 300 years. Painters whose works are on display include van Eyck, Memling, Cranach and Watteau, to mention only four. Free admission on Wednesdays.
Most works are from ancient civilizations.
Also don't miss the Frauenmuseum , the first historical and cultural women's museum in the world, authorities here claim, having been founded in 1984. Two of the holy books are on display, as is material covering the history of printing, past and present. Just recently renovated. No admission charge. If you like religious art, don't miss the Diocesan Museum , in the cathedral.