Throughout Austria, a certain coziness extends. This is also the case in beautiful Innsbruck, the capital of the province of Tyrol. Not only do the rocks that surround Innsbruck take you back to the time of the Middle Ages, but also the numerous historical buildings and monuments let you marvel and experience pure history.
A special highlight is the Golden Roof, which was built by Emperor Maximilian I with 2,657 gold-plated copper shingles. Also, enjoy art history in Ambras Castle and don’t miss the 28 black life-size bronze figures in the Imperial Court Church. For all animal fans, Innsbruck offers an exciting, themed zoo. View animals such as ibex, eagles, wolves and wildcats that are native to the Alps.
You can’t miss this during a leisurely city trip to Innsbruck:
If you want to explore Innsbruck properly, you should definitely look for the Innsbruck Card for your stay in the city. Not only can you use it for free rides on the mountain and valley railroads around Innsbruck, but it’s also an inexpensive way to explore over 40 attractions in the region. This includes the hop-on, hop-off bus “Sightseer Innsbruck” and public transportation in the city. It is valid from the first use and is available for either 24, 48 or 72 hours.
Start your first day with a visit to Innsbruck’s most famous landmark – the Golden Roof, which shines in the beautiful Old Town. All kinds of figures and representations with many curiosities decorate the building. Another highlight in the city is the Imperial Hofburg and the Hofkirche. The building, completed in 1500 under Emperor Maximilian I, has a large reception room, which today is called the “Gothic Cellar,” a treasury, a large banquet hall, and much more. Also, don’t miss the incredible panoramic view of the old town from the city tower.
The Tyrolean Provincial Museum Ferdinandeum shows you an incredible insight into life in Tyrol and brings you closer to early history, art and everyday life. Stroll along Maria-Theresien-Strasse and enjoy numerous pubs between great stores, magnificent baroque buildings and let yourself taste Austrian delicacies for lunch. After recharging your batteries, you can take the Nordkettenbahn directly from the center to the Nordkette. At an altitude of more than 2,000 meters above sea level, you are guaranteed a perfect view. Finally, take a detour to the beautiful Alpenzoo and admire the diverse wildlife of the Alps.
Start your second day with a shuttle ride to the Swarovski Crystal Worlds. Just 20 kilometers from Innsbruck, the sparkling world of crystal awaits you. Experience a spectacular mirror installation in the “Chandelier of Grief” chamber of wonders and let yourself be enchanted by a sparkling crystal cloud in the expansive park landscape. Continue your exploration and take the cable car up to the Patscherkopfel. The vitality and pleasure of the people of Innsbruck are especially well known among active and recreational athletes. Here you can hike in the footsteps of the Olympic champion Franz Klammer.
Then it’s on to the Bergiselschanze, which is steeped in history. The ski jump on the Bergisel is an architectural masterpiece which the Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid was responsible for. End your exciting and eventful day with a visit to Ambras Castle. Immerse yourself in the history of Archduke Ferdinand II and enjoy the Habsburg portrait gallery with incredible images and one of the most extensive glass collections in the world, spread over three floors.
As you can see, Innsbruck has a lot to offer. We can only recommend a leisurely city trip to the Tyrolean capital.
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