City walk through Hanover: Medieval old town and Leineschloss

Two hours walking Hanover's layers, from medieval streets to neoclassical landmarks

A two-hour guided city walk through Hanover's old town in English or German, led by a live guide past medieval half-timbered houses, the city hall dome and the Leineschloss palace. The route covers different epochs of the city's history and is wheelchair accessible. Children from age one are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Walking tour of Hanover old town

• Visit Hanover city hall dome
• Walk idyllic streets with half-timbered houses
• See late Classicism building by Georg Friedrich Laves
• Explore Aegidienkriche ruin memorial

The experience

Two hours on foot through Hanover's old town takes you past the half-timbered houses that frame the idyllic medieval streets, then to the city hall dome: a landmark and sought-after photo spot with four city models inside. The walk moves through different periods of the city's contemporary history, stopping at the Leineschloss, the neoclassical palace built by Georg Friedrich Laves, and the Ruin of the Aegidienkirche, which now serves as a memorial. A live guide in English or German leads the route and points out the special features and sights that define each era.

The tour is wheelchair accessible throughout, and all areas and surfaces accommodate mobility needs. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and service animals are allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby if you need them before or after the walk. The pace suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• A live guide in English or German.
• access to the old town's medieval streets, the city hall dome, the Leineschloss palace and the Aegidienkirche ruin.

Options for this experience

4 options

2026 SA 11amGuide in English or German · 11:00Lasts 2 hours

2025 SaGuide in English or German · 14:00

2025 SunGuide in English or German · 11:00

2025 DoGuide in English or German · Only on 29 Oct · 16:00Lasts 2 hours

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesThursday, Saturday and SundayDepartures at 11:00, 14:00 and 16:00

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (1 to 14 years)

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Hannover Tourismus

Is this one for you?Book a morning or afternoon departure based on what fits the rest of your day in Hanover. The two-hour length leaves room to explore other neighborhoods or museums before or after.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 14 years).

What's the city hall dome in Hanover, and why do people photograph it?

Hanover's city hall dome is a landmark that houses four city models inside: miniature representations of the city at different periods. It's one of the stops on the walk and a popular photo spot.

Can I do this walk if I use a wheelchair?

Yes, the entire tour is wheelchair accessible. All areas and surfaces are accessible, and public transportation options are available nearby.

What is the Leineschloss, and what will I see there?

The Leineschloss is a neoclassical palace built by Georg Friedrich Laves in the late Classicism style. It's one of the key stops on the walk and represents an important period in Hanover's architectural history.