Discover culture
Discover culture
HILDESHEIM & REGION
Hildesheim offers a diverse cultural landscape: from UNESCO World Heritage and renowned museums to a varied theatre programme and special ways to discover the city’s history for yourself. Many cultural highlights are within easy reach of the hotel and can be perfectly combined with your stay.
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE IN HILDESHEIM
Hildesheim Cathedral and St. Michael’s Church have jointly been part of the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1985. They are among Europe’s most remarkable examples of early Romanesque architecture and art and make Hildesheim a special destination for anyone interested in culture and history.
Hildesheim Cathedral
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE
Together with St. Michael’s Church, Hildesheim Cathedral forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and combines impressive architecture with important works of art. Around the cathedral, you can also discover the famous 1,000-year-old rose bush and further traces of centuries of history.
St. Michael’s Church
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE
St. Michael’s Church is considered one of the most important examples of early Romanesque architecture. Its harmonious design and elaborately painted wooden ceiling make the church an exceptional testimony to medieval art.
MUSEUMS & EXHIBITIONS
From ancient cultures and medieval art treasures to contemporary art, Hildesheim and the surrounding region offer a varied selection of museums and exhibitions for a wide range of interests.
Roemer and Pelizaeus Museum
CULTURE & HISTORY
The Roemer and Pelizaeus Museum is one of Germany’s important cultural history museums. It is particularly renowned for its extensive Egyptian collection. The museum also features diverse collections and changing exhibitions focusing on archaeology, culture and history.
Hildesheim Cathedral Museum
ART TREASURES & HISTORY
Located directly beside Hildesheim Cathedral, the Cathedral Museum presents the internationally significant cathedral treasury along with numerous works of medieval art. Changing special exhibitions complement the permanent collection and offer new perspectives on art and history.
Schloss Derneburg Art Museum
ART IN THE REGION
Schloss Derneburg Art Museum combines contemporary and post-war art with historic architecture. Exhibitions in the castle, surrounding buildings and extensive sculpture park make it a distinctive cultural excursion in the region.
THEATRE & CITY EXPERIENCES
Whether you prefer an evening at the theatre, a guided city walk or an individual discovery tour, Hildesheim offers many different ways to experience culture and local history.
Theater für Niedersachsen
STAGE & ENTERTAINMENT
The Theater für Niedersachsen offers a varied programme in Hildesheim, including opera, operetta, drama, musicals and concerts. Performances for children and young people are also part of the programme – ideal for a cultural evening during your stay.
Guided city tours
HILDESHEIM WITH A GUIDE
Discover Hildesheim on classic walking tours, costume and themed tours or special experience tours. Knowledgeable guides share stories about the city’s sights, history and unexpected details, opening up new perspectives on Hildesheim.
Audio tour
DISCOVER HILDESHEIM YOUR WAY
Explore Hildesheim independently with your smartphone and headphones. The free audio tour follows the historic Rose Route and combines sights, UNESCO World Heritage, stories and authentic sounds into a unique city experience.