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Exhibition Houses

Museums in Hannover >>>

Neues Rathaus von hinten

Tourist highlights

Places of interest >>>

Alley in a park, fountain in the background.

Bus groups "In the footsteps of the Guelphs"

Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen >>>

Two cyclists in the forest.

Experience nature

Gardens, parks and zoo >>>

Old Town

Discover idyllic alleyways lined with inviting cafés and boutiques, framed by historic half-timbered facades. The historic half-timbered buildings of the Old Town are among the city’s most distinctive landmarks and adorn its heart. Here, visitors to Hannover can soak up a bit of the city’s history.

Old City Hall, Hannover

Place of interest

Old city hall

Hannover's oldest town hall, featuring magnificent Gothic brick architecture; today it serves as a registry office and cultural venue.

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Illuminated sign at the Historical Museum and the Begin Tower

Place of interest

Begin tower

The only completely preserved tower of the medieval town fortifications.

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Marstall Gate

Place of interest

Marstall Gate

The gate of the former riding school now serves as a gateway to the old town.

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Ballhofplatz

Place of interest

Ballhof

The Ballhof is the oldest event hall in the city.

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Stands with chairs in a large hall

Place of interest

Market Hall

Culinary center with around 50 stands, regional products and international specialties.

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Discover Hannover digitally

360° Panorama Tour - Old Town

Click here for a 360° panoramic tour of Hannover's Old Town.

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Group in the old town

The popular classic between the city center and the old town

City walk

On this tour you will experience the charming old town with its alleyways and sights.

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View of Hannover's Old Town

District

A tour of downtown Hannover

There's plenty to discover in the center of Hannover. Hannover once had a large historic city center...

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City tour in front of the New Town Hall

Hop-on Hop-off Hannover

City tour

Explore Hannover with an audio guide—a flexible and convenient way to see the city’s most beautiful sights.

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Booth at the Old Town Flea Market in Hannover

Flea Market on the Leine

Old town flea market Hannover

Every Saturday in the idyllic old town: stroll, browse, bargain.

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