Budget/Backpacker Travel Guide: Hanover

Accommodation

$15-35 per night

Dorm beds in hostels, budget guesthouses, youth hostels, or shared rooms in residential areas

Food & Dining

$12-25 per day

Street food, local bakeries, supermarket meals, university cafeterias, and occasional budget restaurants

Transportation

$6-15 per day

Public buses, trams, regional trains, walking, and occasional bike rentals

Activities

$5-20 per day

Free walking tours, public parks, free museums on certain days, and occasional paid attractions

Use public transportation day passes instead of individual tickets - typically 40-60% cheaper for multiple trips

Eat at local markets and bakeries rather than tourist areas - usually 50-70% less expensive

Book accommodation well outside the city center and commute in - can save 30-50% on lodging costs

Take advantage of free museum days and city-sponsored events - saves $10-25 per attraction

Shop at supermarkets for breakfast and lunch supplies - reduces food costs by 60-80%

Walk or bike instead of taking taxis for short distances - saves $8-15 per trip

Visit during shoulder seasons for accommodation discounts of 25-40%

Relying on taxis instead of excellent public transport - costs typically 4-6 times more per trip

Eating only in tourist zones near major attractions - usually 100-150% markup over local areas

Booking accommodation at the last minute during peak periods - can cost 50-100% more than advance booking

Buying single-use transport tickets instead of day passes - typically costs 2-3 times more for active sightseers