Hanover Living

Museums & Galleries

Hanover Kiosk

The Hannover Kiosk bridges the waiting time for the refurbished Historical Museum on the Hohe Ufer and is a modern, open and inviting temporary museum.

Cultural offer: "Free Friday" - free admission to the museum

Use the "Free Friday" for a trip to the Sprengel Museum, Landesmuseum, Kestner Museum or the Kestner Gesellschaft. Every Friday you get free admission to the permanent exhibitions.

Kestner Society

Contemporary, international and diverse: the Kestner Gesellschaft has been pursuing the goal of bringing contemporary, international art to Hanover for over 100 years.

Herrenhausen Palace Museum

With Herrenhausen Palace, which is used as a scientific conference centre and museum, the Herrenhausen Gardens have regained their architectural point of reference.

Hanover Art Association

Founded in 1832, the Kunstverein Hannover is one of the oldest art associations in Germany and presents international developments in thematic contexts.

Wilhelm Busch Caricature Museum

Discover the fascinating world of caricature art at the Wilhelm Busch Museum. Immerse yourself in political commentary, social criticism and humorous portraits of famous caricaturists.

Museum August Kestner

Discover Hanover's oldest museum, the August Kestner. Marvel at preserved artefacts and immerse yourself in ancient cultures, impressive designs and northern Germany's largest coin collection.

Historical Museum

The Historical Museum on the Hohe Ufer comprises the departments of City History, Regional History and Folklore of Lower Saxony. The museum is temporarily closed due to construction work.

Hannover Airport Experience

Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of flight! From the first attempts at flying to a look behind the scenes. You can even fly an Airbus A320 - in a flight simulator!

SEA LIFE Hanover

Discover a fascinating world from the Leine to the Amazon at Sea Life Hannover. Over 2500 animals from 160 species are waiting to be marvelled at in dazzling underwater worlds.

Sprengel Museum

Experience art treasures of the 20th and 21st centuries at the Sprengel Museum Hannover. Discover the world of expressionism and modernism. Be fascinated by important works of art.

State Museum

Discover Lower Saxony's largest museum: from piranhas and dinosaurs to masterpieces by Cranach and Rubens - a fascinating journey through the worlds of nature, man and art awaits you.

art in public space

Art also belongs on the street in Hanover! More than 200 works by renowned artists, such as the Nanas by Niki de Saint Phalle, can be found on almost every corner in Hanover.