Hannover's Royal Gardens Herrenhausen Guided Tour
About this activity
Experience Highlights
Discover one of the best-preserved Baroque gardens in Europe on this guided tour of the Great Garden of Herrenhausen in Hannover. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will explore the most emblematic corners of this space steeped in history and landscape art.
From the boxwood mazes to the impressive fountain and the colourful grotto decorated by the artist Niki de Saint Phalle, this one-and-a-half hour tour is perfect for lovers of gardening, history and art. The meeting point is at the main entrance of the Grand Jardin, next to the ticket office.
- Explore Germany's most iconic Baroque gardens
- Visit the garden theatre and the famous Niki de Saint Phalle grotto.
- Discover the history linking Hanover and English royalty.
What’s included
- 90-minute guided tour through the Herrenhausen Gardens
- Professional guide (German)
- Entrance to the Great Garden (Baroque Garden)
- Admission to Herrenhausen Castle Museum and Berggarten (both can be visited for an additional €8)
Step by Step
The Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen are one of the jewels of Hannover, renowned for their symmetrical design, ornamental beauty and French influence. On this 90-minute guided tour, you will walk through the majestic Great Garden, a living work of art conceived by Elector Sophie of the Palatinate, inspired by the gardens of Versailles.
Throughout the tour, your guide will tell you how the idea of this garden came about in the 17th century and what role it played in the history of Hanover and its connection to the British royal family. You will see the details of the geometric designs in boxwood and gravel, the colourful flowers and sculptures that decorate this unique setting.
The tour also includes a stop at the Garden Theatre, an open-air stage that still hosts performances throughout the year, and the Great Fountain, one of the oldest of its kind in Europe. In addition, you will visit the Grotte de Niki de Saint Phalle, a modern installation that brings a vibrant, contemporary contrast to the baroque setting.
The tour is ideal for both locals and visitors interested in history, landscape architecture and royal connections. A perfect plan to enjoy in spring, summer or any time of the year.
