City Guide
Hannover city guide: Discover the best attractions near Novotel Suites Hannover
Looking for the perfect Hannover city guide to explore beyond the city’s most popular landmarks? Staying at Novotel Suites Hannover puts you close to historic attractions, beautiful parks, and unique places waiting to be discovered. From cultural highlights and impressive architecture to local favorites and hidden gems, our Hannover city guide helps you experience the city and its surroundings at your own pace.
funXperience Hannover: dive into colourful theme worlds
funXperience in Hanover features the attractions Neon Golf and VRgalaxy. In indoor Neon Golf, you dive into a colourful 3D world of black-light minigolf.
With 3D ChromaDepth glasses, you tee off in three theme worlds: the jungle, underwater and outer space. The total of 18 minigolf courses are a blend of classics and courses developed especially for funXperience in vibrant colours and shapes. The results are entered into a loaned mobile phone. VRgalaxy is a virtual-reality set-up in which you go on various adventures in the Orient, in space or in a virtual escape room. There are plenty of action-packed, family-friendly games to choose from, whose adventures are brought to life through HTC Vive Pro VR headsets.
Read more
Erlebnis-Zoo Hannover: animal-themed trip around the world
At the Erlebnis-Zoo Hannover (Hanover Adventure Zoo), you need just a day to travel around the world – on the trail of around 2,000 animals from 182 fascinating species native to Africa, North America, Asia and Australia.
The site is split into various theme worlds: Zambezi, Afi Mountain, Yukon Bay, Jungle Palace, Outback and Meyer’s Farm, where domestic animals live. Life at the zoo revolves both around the animals themselves and the experience of interacting with them. You can, for instance, take part in a boat trip; stroll along the discovery trail; participate in animal presentations and commentated feedings; meet polar bears, penguins and seals underwater; and enjoy the local cuisine and regional dishes in each of the theme worlds.
Read more
Kröpcke – Hannover’s Vibrant Center
Kröpcke
Kröpcke is the heart of Hannover and one of the city’s most famous meeting spots. Here, you’re right in the thick of things, surrounded by shops, cafés, and urban life.
The striking Kröpcke Clock is not only a popular meeting spot but also a true landmark. Many paths through the city center start here, perfect for shopping or a spontaneous stroll through town. A place where you can truly experience Hanover—lively, central, and always on the move.
Read more
Maschsee: Hanover’s maritime paradise
Since the Maschsee was artificially created around 90 years ago, it has become one of the most popular excursion destinations and recreational areas in and around Hanover.
This should come as no surprise – because the 0.8-square-kilometre attraction can be enjoyed on foot, on two or four wheels, on and in the water, relaxed or jam-packed with action. Around six kilometres of shoreline offer plenty of opportunities for strolling, jogging, cycling or inline skating. Anyone wanting to enjoy water sports should head to the south bank for a swim at the Maschsee bathing beach or rent a rowing boat, kayak, pedalo or sailing dinghy. Alternatively, boat excursions are also offered during the summer season. The Maschsee Lake Festival also takes place once a year – one of many great reasons to visit Hanover!
Read more
Weinstube Leonardo – Italian Elegance in Hanover
Weinstube Leonardo
Weinstube Leonardo is a stylish retreat for anyone seeking a mindful culinary experience. You’ll immerse yourself in a calm, elegant atmosphere and enjoy fine Italian cuisine that focuses on quality and distinct flavors.
Each dish is accompanied by carefully selected wines that are perfectly paired. Whether for lunch or dinner—here, an evening unfolds that doesn’t need to be loud to be special. A spot for anyone looking to discover Hannover’s culinary scene in style.
Read more
Seven Sundays – Breakfast Anytime
Seven Sundays
At Seven Sundays, YOU start your day exactly when YOU want to. The concept is simple and perfect: breakfast all day, seven days a week. Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, breakfast burritos, or avocado toast—here, breakfast becomes an experience, whether in the morning or in the afternoon.
The atmosphere is modern, laid-back, and always buzzing with good energy. You walk in, place your order, and usually end up staying longer than planned. A spot that makes Hanover feel relaxed, stylish, and truly delicious.
Read more
Nuovo Restaurant: something new in Hanover
Restaurateur Björn Günther has made a name for himself in Hanover. He opened Nuovo, a restaurant and bar, with his son.
The food is modern Italian, with classics such as minestrone, lasagne, saltimbocca and tiramisu served alongside reinterpreted favourites like tomato soup with gin; spaghetti with truffle butter, truffle and Parmesan; pikeperch fillet with white risotto; and ‘Crema Nuovo’ with fresh berries and caramelised nuts. The selection of pinsas is also very popular here – including among vegetarians. You should treat yourself to a Nuovo cocktail either before or after your meal. You can pick and choose your favourites from 43 creations or allow an expert to guide you. The evening acquires an even-more-Italian feel if you sit outside on warm, sunny days.
Read more
Kröpcke – Hannover’s Vibrant Center
Kröpcke
Kröpcke is the heart of Hannover and one of the city’s most famous meeting spots. Here, you’re right in the thick of things, surrounded by shops, cafés, and urban life.
The striking Kröpcke Clock is not only a popular meeting spot but also a true landmark. Many paths through the city center start here, perfect for shopping or a spontaneous stroll through town. A place where you can truly experience Hanover—lively, central, and always on the move.
Read more
Adesso delicatessen: A taste of Sicily in Hanover
€€
Customers entering Adesso are greeted with a cheery “Benvenuti”, because delicatessen owners Marcella and Bernardo Lo Cacciato are intent on bringing not only the food but also the culture of Sicily to the people of Hanover.
The way to a man’s (or woman’s) heart is through the stomach, and the proof of that is the many regulars as well as new customers who are invariably greeted as family friends. Seating in the shop may be limited, but there are no limits to the taste experience of the southern specialities in this daytime bistro. The menu includes a variety of antipasti, a delicious selection of pasta dishes – from spaghetti al pomodoro to spaghetti con salsiccia and spaghetti calamari – as well as delicious desserts, with tiramisu taking pride of place. Tips on wine pairing are also freely provided by the Lo Cacciatos.
Read more
Kröpcke – Hannover’s Vibrant Center
Kröpcke
Kröpcke is the heart of Hannover and one of the city’s most famous meeting spots. Here, you’re right in the thick of things, surrounded by shops, cafés, and urban life.
The striking Kröpcke Clock is not only a popular meeting spot but also a true landmark. Many paths through the city center start here, perfect for shopping or a spontaneous stroll through town. A place where you can truly experience Hanover—lively, central, and always on the move.
Read more
Erlebnis-Zoo Hannover: animal-themed trip around the world
At the Erlebnis-Zoo Hannover (Hanover Adventure Zoo), you need just a day to travel around the world – on the trail of around 2,000 animals from 182 fascinating species native to Africa, North America, Asia and Australia.
The site is split into various theme worlds: Zambezi, Afi Mountain, Yukon Bay, Jungle Palace, Outback and Meyer’s Farm, where domestic animals live. Life at the zoo revolves both around the animals themselves and the experience of interacting with them. You can, for instance, take part in a boat trip; stroll along the discovery trail; participate in animal presentations and commentated feedings; meet polar bears, penguins and seals underwater; and enjoy the local cuisine and regional dishes in each of the theme worlds.
Read more