Museum Giersch stands on the Sachsenhausen museum embankment, close to the Städel and Liebieghaus. Its exhibitions focus on art connected to Frankfurt and the wider Rhine-Main region, covering painting, photography, sculpture, graphic art, architecture, and applied arts.
The museum is smaller and quieter than its famous neighbours, which can be a strength. It is best for visitors who already plan to spend time along the Museumsufer and want a more local angle on the city's art history.