Explore Göttingen and its Highlights
It's no secret that Göttingen is known as a place of scientific research and a university town with a youthful vibe. We'll tell you what not to miss in Göttingen and things to do in the neighborhood.
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Göttingen Literature Festival
Literature that moves you, inspiring people, and plenty of stories that stay with you: From October 2 to 11, 2026, Göttingen will once again become the stage for the 35th Göttinger Literaturherbst.
Look forward to exciting encounters with well-known personalities such as Robert Habeck, Sven Regener, Sarah Kuttner, Peter Wohlleben and Caroline Wahl – as well as many other big names from literature, science, music and society.
Whether you join us in person or from the comfort of your home: With the ON AIR Ticket, you can also experience selected events online.
Curious? Then browse the programme and discover your personal highlights!
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And if you’re already here: Why not stay a little longer?
With our Literature Festival Special, you’ll get 10% off your stay, including breakfast – whether you’re staying for just one night or turning it into a whole Literature Festival weekend.
Kunsthaus Göttingen
Looking for a little culture beyond the classic sights? Then Kunsthaus Göttingen is the perfect spot. Right in the heart of the city, contemporary art meets an extraordinary exhibition space – inspiring, surprising and definitely not boring.
Whether you’re looking to dive deeper into the art or simply want to discover new perspectives, a visit to Kunsthaus Göttingen is the perfect addition to a stroll through the city centre.
Our tip: Just drop by, take your time and see what stays with you.
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Düstere Str 7 · 37073 Göttingen
Tue.- Fr. 02.00 - 06.00pm.and
Sa. + So. 11.00am - 06.00pm
Regular € 08,00
Reduced € 05,00
Drag Queens and other Stories
From September 11 to October 11, 2026, Kunsthaus Göttingen presents “Drag Queens and other Stories”, a comprehensive selection of work by internationally acclaimed portrait photographer Martin Schoeller.
From drag queens and international stars to people with extraordinary and moving life stories, Schoeller takes an up-close look at his subjects with his unmistakable, direct style. An exhibition that invites you to see familiar faces from a different perspective and discover stories beyond the surface.
Our tip: Combine your visit with a stroll through Göttingen’s art district and if you’re here during the Literature Festival in October, make sure to stop by the festival centre at Kunsthaus Göttingen, too.
September 11–October 11, 2026 · Kunsthaus Göttingen
Düstere Str. 7 · 37073 Göttingen
Pay as you wish – you decide what you’d like to pay for admission.
Göttingen Symphony Orchestra
With more than 100 concerts a year, the Göttingen Symphony Orchestra offers its audiences a wide-ranging program. The orchestra's repertoire covers all historical and stylistic directions - from the Baroque to the present day.
For years, the orchestra has been successfully reaching out to new audiences. Concerts are organized in kindergartens, schools, hospitals and old people's homes in and outside Göttingen especially for the target groups of children, young people, the disabled and older citizens.
Here you can find more information about concerts, prices, and tickets
Forum Wissen
In Göttingen near the main station lies the old Zoological Museum. This facility of 1400 m² is all about the dialog between science and society. The central question is: How is knowledge created? Topics range from historical debates to innovative ideas and recent discoveries to current research projects.
Berliner Straße 28
37073 Göttingen
Botanical Garden
Green, beautiful, fragrant things from all over the world. The Old Botanical Garden in Göttingen is an absolute must. After all, the plant experts there are friends of our hotel. We not only have them to thank for the plant-related design elements, but also for some of the ingredients in VON HALLERS Gin
Göttinger Kiessee
A headline made this body of water famous: "Giant catfish chokes on a turtle". You can stroll around the sandy banks of this former quarry pond and, with any luck, see turtles hanging about on tree trunks. Or spend some time on the water in one of the pedal boats, rowboats or canoes while enjoying the sun.
Home of Tennis
Germany's most innovative and modern tennis hall with outdoor and indoor courts is just a 10-minute drive from FREIgeist Göttingen city centre waiting to be played by you. Perfect if you just want to take off the daily load after a long day. If you have not hit balls over the net for a long time or are still completely ignorant about the subject of tennis, just book a training session and give your game the finishing touches. Seat reservations are possible at short notice and easily via the booking platform “etennis” or online. For further information or questions, please contact the HOT team by phone or by e-mail at
Bismarckstraße 111 · 37085 Göttingen
Hardenberg Distillery
The Hardenberg has stood for excellent ingredients and masterful distillation since 1700. The distillery not only cultivates their raw materials on the count's estates in Lower Saxony, but processes them directly in-house. Under the new roof of the Hardenberg Distillery, they prepare the finest of hand-made spirits. Honest, direct and strong in character – just like the people who make them. As in the past, everything happens on site, from raw ingredients to finished product.
PS.SPEICHER
If you drive 40 km pretty much straight north from here, you will arrive in Einbeck. Right across the street, you'll find the PS.SPEICHER, Europe's largest classic car and mobility museum. Discover more than 2,500 historic vehicles and over 8,000 model vehicles across five exhibition sites. Experience 200 years of mobility history, interactive exhibits, and remarkable vehicles for a truly memorable day out.
