Attractions

The New Town Hall is one of Hanover's most famous buildings. With its impressive dome, magnificent halls and castle-like style, it attracts visitors from all over the world. Particularly popular: the sloping lift to the viewing platform. From the top, you can enjoy a sweeping view over the city - a real highlight in good weather.

The Maschsee is a popular meeting place for leisure, sport and recreation in the centre of Hanover. There are cycle paths and hiking trails around the man-made lake, cafés, boat hire and regular events such as the Maschsee Festival. In summer, the lakeside area is transformed into a lively festival site.

A red stripe on the ground guides visitors through the city centre - the ‘Red Thread’. Over a distance of 4.2 kilometres, it shows over 30 sights, including churches, squares and museums. The tour is self-guided and ideal for anyone who wants to explore Hanover on foot. A matching brochure or app provides information on each stop.

The Marktkirche St. Georgii et Jacobi is the landmark of the old town. Its red brick and striking tower characterise the cityscape. Inside, it impresses with its simple, honourable architecture. It is not only a place of worship, but also a cultural centre with concerts and events. It is particularly well known for the Reformation window by the artist Markus Lüpertz.

Hanover feels particularly cosy in the Old Town around Ballhofplatz and Kramerstraße. Historic half-timbered houses, small cafés and individual shops invite you to linger. Here you can feel the old Hanover - charming and lively at the same time.

Hannover Adventure Zoo offers year-round discoveries for young and old. In seven lovingly designed themed worlds - from the African savannah to the Indian jungle and the Canadian Yukon Territory - visitors can experience animals up close. Shows, feeding sessions with commentary and boat tours make the trip unforgettable.

During the cold season, the zoo is also transformed into a winter wonderland: the ‘Winter Zoo’ offers guests a romantically illuminated setting with an ice skating rink, ice skate hire, alpine huts, campfires and a small winter market with sweet and savoury treats. Families can barbecue stick bread, couples can enjoy the twinkling lights and children can skate happily on the ice. The winter zoo is not only a highlight for animal lovers, but also a real winter event in the centre of Hanover.

The Sprengel Museum - one of the most important museums of modern art in Germany - is located on the banks of Lake Maschsee. The collection includes works by artists such as Picasso, Klee and Nolde. Contemporary exhibitions and a creative supporting programme also attract art lovers time and again.

The Eilenriede is one of the largest urban forests in Europe - larger than Central Park in New York. In the centre of Hanover, it offers an extensive network of paths, meadows and playgrounds. Joggers, cyclists, families and those seeking relaxation will find pure nature right on their doorstep.

The Lister Meile is a lively shopping street with a special charm. Between specialist shops, cafés and the weekly market, visitors experience a relaxed mix of city life and a neighbourhood feel. Particularly popular with locals - a real insider tip away from the big malls.

The former Welfenschloss is now the main building of Leibniz Universität Hannover. The neo-Gothic building impresses not only students but also architecture fans. The neighbouring Welfengarten invites you to take a stroll and relax.

The Ernst-August-Galerie offers over 150 shops and restaurants right next to the main railway station. Modern architecture, short distances and a central location make it the ideal place to go shopping and take a break while strolling through the city.

The Kröpcke is the central square in Hanover's pedestrian zone - with the famous Kröpcke clock as a classic meeting point. From here, paths lead in all directions: to the opera, the railway station or directly to the Red Thread.

The Theater am Aegi is located directly on Aegidientorplatz - a popular venue for plays, concerts and shows. With its varied programme and modern atmosphere, it attracts culture fans from all over the region.

The Wilhelm Busch Museum is located in the picturesque Georgengarten. It exhibits works by the famous satirist and also offers one of the world's largest collections of caricature and critical graphic art. A must for art lovers with a sense of humour.

The opera house on Georgsplatz is one of the city's cultural centres. With its opera, ballet and classical concert programme, it delights guests from home and abroad. The neoclassical building is an eye-catcher even from the outside - especially when illuminated in the evening.

The expansive Waterloo Square with its imposing column commemorates the Battle of Waterloo. Today, the square is a green space for walkers and events - with a direct connection to Maschpark and the River Leine.