August Kestner Museum, Art and archaeology museum in Mitte district, Hannover, Germany.
The August Kestner Museum exhibits 6000 years of applied arts through four collection areas, including ancient cultures, Egyptian artifacts, and design collections.
Established in 1889, the museum emerged from the private collection of August Kestner and his nephew Hermann, who gathered significant artifacts during their European travels.
The institution maintains one of Northern Germany's largest collections of coins and medals, contributing to numismatic research and education.
The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00, with extended hours until 20:00 on Wednesdays, offering full wheelchair accessibility.
The museum houses over 50,000 artifacts spanning multiple civilizations, featuring specialized exhibits on ancient Egyptian gardens and Roman-era numismatics.
Location: Mitte
Inception: 1889
Official opening: 1889
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Trammplatz 3 30159
Opening Hours: Tuesday,Thursday-Sunday 11:00-18:00; Wednesday 11:00-20:00
Phone: +4951116842120
Email: museen-kulturgeschichte@hannover-stadt.de
Website: https://hannover.de/Museum-August-Kestner
GPS coordinates: 52.36810,9.73626
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:44
New Town Hall
120 m
Maritim Grand Hotel
118 m
Wangenheim-Palais (Hannover)
161 m
Laveshaus
123 m
Bauverwaltung Hannover
87 m
Städtische Galerie Kubus
189 m
Borgentrick tower
156 m
Klaus-Bahlsen-Brunnen
144 m
Sieltürmchen
214 m
Ebhardt-Brunnen
225 m
Lutherhaus
186 m
Haus Wunder (Hannover)
174 m
The Archer
153 m
The Big Family
38 m
Hardenbergbrücke
167 m
Bus stop Rathaus/Friedrichswall
31 m
Stadttafel Laveshaus
98 m
Stadttafel Kestner-Museum
20 m
Stadttafel Ludwig Hölty
175 m
Stadttafel Wangenheimpalais
141 m
Kontakte
187 m
Big Injured Head
37 m
Ile de France
168 m
Stadttafel Rathaus der Landeshauptstadt Hannover
100 m
Stadttafel Stadtmauerturm
162 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Fritz Binheim
192 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Frieda Binheim
191 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Hans-Werner Binheim
191 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes