Hannover

Travel Guide

New Town Hall which includes a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture
Hannover featuring outdoor eating as well as a small group of people
Berggarten showing a garden and interior views
New Town Hall which includes heritage elements and interior views
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The capital of Lower Saxony, one of the areas hardest hit by the Second World War, Hannover is now a major center in northern Germany.

One of the largest cities in northern Germany, Hannover lies at the heart of modern German culture. As a center of trade, the city holds a number of major annual commercial fairs, as well as the world’s largest marksmen’s festival and the second largest Oktoberfest in the world.

It is also home to a range of tourist attractions.

Head straight for the Town Hall to gaze upon models of the cityscape from four very different points in the history of Hannover: 1689, 1939, 1945 and 2000. Then take an elevator up to the dome in order to observe a commanding view of the city as it stands today.

Among the many sights you will be able to spot is the Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen. These world-renowned Baroque gardens date back to the 17th century and were inspired by the gardens at the Palace of Versailles in France. Captivating at their greenest in summer, they also offer a pleasant stroll in winter. Explore the Cave within the garden grounds, decorated brightly by Niki de Saint Phalle. 

Other garden features include a Gallery Building, an Orangerie, and two Pavilions made by Remy de la Fosse. At the center of the Nouveau Jardin, meanwhile you will be able to view upon the tallest garden fountain in Europe.

Elsewhere in the city, take a trip to Hannover Zoo to see one of Europe’s most spectacular zoological gardens. The zoo is made up of several themed areas containing rare species from all over the world as well as a tropical house, a jungle house and a show arena. Be one of more than a million visitors that visit each year. The Sea Life aquarium is also a popular attraction, complete with a rainforest.

A little out of town, 19 miles (30 kilometers) south of Hannover, visit Castle Marienburg, one of the most important neo-Gothic historical structures to be found in Germany, evoking still today the traditional life of the Hannoverian court. Tours of the castle and its halls and state rooms are on offer too.

Where to stay in Hannover

Opera House

Mitte

4/5(58 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and museums, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Top attractions like Hanover Christmas Market and Old Town Hall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Waterloo U-Bahn or Markthall-Landtag U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Mitte
Lower Saxony State Museum featuring heritage elements, interior views and a statue or sculpture

Suedstadt

4/5(1 area review)

Suedstadt is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Geibelstrasse U-Bahn or Altenbekener Damm U-Bahn to explore sights like Maschsee.

Suedstadt
Mittelfeld

Döhren-Wülfel

2/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Döhren-Wülfel. You might want to make time for a stop at Hannover Fairground or ZAG Arena.

Döhren-Wülfel
Maschsee showing a lake or waterhole

Südstadt-Bult

Noted for its museums and bars, there's plenty to explore in Südstadt-Bult. Top attractions like Maschsee and Theater am Aegi are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Altenbekener Damm U-Bahn or Geibelstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Südstadt-Bult
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Ricklingen

Even though there aren't top sights in Ricklingen, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Swiss Life Hall. Jump on the metro at Hannover-Bornum S-Bahn to see more of the city.

Ricklingen
Mittelfeld

Mittelfeld

4/5(2 area reviews)

Mittelfeld is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hannover Fairground and ZAG Arena.

Mittelfeld
DORMERO Hotel Hannover
DORMERO Hotel Hannover
Hildesheimer Strasse 34-38, Hannover, NI
The price is ¥8,576 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
¥8,576
¥9,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hannover. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Trouble with pillow and bed. Pillow well to thick and bed sagging. All else good"

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025

DORMERO Hotel Hannover
Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover
Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover
Maritimstrasse 1, Langenhagen, NI
The price is ¥15,509 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
¥15,509
¥16,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Langenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Maritim Airport Hotel Hannover
Prize by Radisson, Hannover City
Prize by Radisson, Hannover City
Hamburger Allee 50, Hannover
The price is ¥10,581 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
¥10,581
¥11,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this hotel in Hannover. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (294 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2025

Prize by Radisson, Hannover City
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Gästeresidenz PelikanViertel
Gästeresidenz PelikanViertel
Pelikanstrasse 11, Hannover, NDS
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Hannover. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Hannover Zoo and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
Quirky place, lovely staff
"Lovely stay in this quirky hotel!"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2025

Gästeresidenz PelikanViertel
Vacation apartment 1 at Steinhuder Meer - near 'Alte Moorhütte'
Vacation apartment 1 at Steinhuder Meer - near 'Alte Moorhütte'
Neustadt am Rübenberge
Stay at this apartment in Neustadt am Ruebenberge. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Lake Steinhuder and Surfstrand ...
Vacation apartment 1 at Steinhuder Meer - near 'Alte Moorhütte'
Ferienwohnung am Steinhuder Meer
Ferienwohnung am Steinhuder Meer
Wunstorf
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Steinhude. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Lake Steinhuder and Promenade Steinhude are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
Ehepaar
"Es hat uns gut gefallen."

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025

Ferienwohnung am Steinhuder Meer
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Reviews of Hannover

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4/5 - Good

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New destination ... close to netherlands ... with new hidden sightseeing...

5/5 - Excellent

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Great City

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Could not see St Mary’s Cathedral because farmers were demonstrating and area cordoned off. Not a violent demo.

4/5 - Good

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Lively City

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Great opera house and theaters.

4/5 - Good

Roger

if u want breakfast, only 2 really open in the morning otherwise just bread

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