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A SNEAK PEAK

A Sneak Peek into Innsbruck

Innsbruck is a true alpine gem tucked away in the dramatic landscapes of the Alps and renowned worldwide for its ski resorts and tradition of hosting winter sports competitions.
Its long history as the capital of Tyrol and recent history as a winter sports mecca attracts visitors worldwide.
The Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof) is a landmark structure in Innsbruck, Austria's Old Town (Altstadt) district. It is regarded as the city’s most recognisable symbol.
Emperor Maximilian I had the roof finished in 1500 with 2,657 fire-gilded copper tiles to commemorate his marriage to Bianca Maria Sforza.
Innsbruck is Austria’s fifth-largest city and the capital of the Tirol province, with a population of around 130,000 people (or Tyrol).
It’s in the country’s west, sandwiched between Germany to the north and Italy to the south, and about 500 kilometres east of Vienna, Austria’s capital.
Capital: Innsbruck
International Airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN)
Population: 133,098
Currency: Euro
Time: UTC/GMT +1 hour
Driving side: Right
Main Electricity: 230V
Official Language: German
Religion: Christianity

HIGHLIGHTS

Top Tourist Attractions in Innsbruck

The Altstadt is Innsbruck’s old town centre and one of the city’s main attractions.
The Innsbrucker Nordkette cable car connects Innsbruck and Nordkette, Austria's largest natural park.
This Renaissance castle is the most popular attraction in the Innsbruck area, and it was once home to Archduke Ferdinand II, a significant historical figure.
The Hofburg is beautiful architecture and an essential structure in Austria.
Because of Innsbruck’s mountainous location, several cable car and funicular routes are available for transportation.
The Swarovski Crystal World is a magical place that inspires awe and delight in visitors.

SEASONS TO TRAVEL

Best Months to Visit Innsbruck

Innsbruck is best visited in the winter and summer.
This is a winter sports enthusiast’s dream during the long winter months, so expect to see a lot of skiers and snowboarders.
Summer days can be hot, with temperatures reaching the mid-70s, but you may still need a jacket at night when the temperature drops.
The cheapest time to visit is in the fall, but many attractions close in November so you might miss out on some of the best sights.
Innsbruck also has an alpine wind that, while pleasant, can be pretty intense, gusting to over 90 miles per hour, so keep your hat on!
When humidity is factored in, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and pleasant for the other half, with a good chance of precipitation for nearly half of the year.
Compared to other tourist destinations around the world, the area is relatively temperate (in the 41st percentile for pleasant weather).
If you’re looking for the hottest months to visit Innsbruck, July, August, and June are your best bets.
Mid-July is the hottest month of the year, with highs around 86.4°F (30.2°C) and nighttime temperatures rarely falling below 60.6°F (15.9°C).

WORTH A VISIT

The Best Places to Visit in Innsbruck

Altstadt von Innsbruck

The Altstadt is Innsbruck’s old town centre and one of the city’s main attractions.
This area has a lot of history, with some of the buildings dating back over 500 years, and a lot of effort has gone into maintaining the mediaeval details and other features.
You can grab a bite to eat or a coffee in one of Innsbruck’s lovely cafes and restaurants or admire the city’s beautiful architecture and people.

Innsbrucker Nordkettenbahnen

This cable car ride will take you to Nordkette, Austria’s most significant natural park.
The ride takes about 20 minutes and rewards you with breathtaking views of Innsbruck and the surrounding mountain scenery.
There are several stops where you can either get off or continue to the top -each visit offers something different to do, ranging from watching skiers speed down the slopes to climbing the Karwendel’s rocky face.
This entertaining and informative cable car ride will not disappoint whatever you choose to do.

Ambras Castle

This Renaissance castle is the most popular attraction in the Innsbruck area, and it was once home to Archduke Ferdinand II, a significant historical figure.
The castle and grounds are located in the southern part of Innsbruck, near the town’s borders, and are accessible by tram and bus.
The famous Spanish Hall, an intricately decorated hall that now hosts classical music concerts, is located within the castle.
Aside from that, the castle has a magnificent display of arms, armoury, artwork to admire, and a peaceful courtyard.

Imperial Palace

The Hofburg is beautiful architecture and an essential structure in Austria.
Built-in the 1400s, this striking palace has a brilliant white façade with green-domed towers and a lovely interior.
The Hofburg, which is now divided into five themed museums, is a great place to learn about Austrian history and see how a royal palace is furnished.
The museums feature a furniture exhibition, an ancestral gallery, and a painting gallery depicting various aspects of the Hapsburg culture.
The Hofburg is an excellent value attraction in the heart of Innsbruck for adults and free admission for children.

DISCOVER MORE

Innsbruck Off the Beaten Track

Wilten

Chose Wilten, just south of the city centre, as the best neighbourhood for first-time travellers because of its large train station.
This station provides quick access to all of the area’s major ski resort villages, making it ideal for sampling the best of Tyrol’s offerings!
It’s also close to the main attractions and has excellent connections to the other areas mentioned in this guide.
Wilten has many attractions to offer travellers besides great transportation connections!
This is Innsbruck’s central business district, and it is more modern than the nearby city centre.
As a result, you’ll find some more reserved nightlife options and fantastic dining establishments serving a wide range of local and international cuisines.

Hötting

Hötting, located just across the river from the city centre, is an excellent choice for those looking to be close to the city’s main attractions without breaking the bank!
There are numerous excellent restaurants and bars in the neighbourhood, many of which have a more authentic feel than those in the touristy city centre.
Hötting is also a popular tourist destination, making it a natural choice for those looking for guided tours of the surrounding area.
Hötting is conveniently located between the airport and the city centre, allowing you to visit both!
This makes it an excellent choice for travellers who only stay for a short time in the city.

Innenstadt

The Innenstadt is Innsbruck’s city centre, and it’s here that you’ll find many of the city’s most well-known attractions!
Innenstadt is the place for those who want to sample the local nightlife, even though Innsbruck isn’t a major party destination.
There are a variety of bars and clubs to suit all tastes.
Innenstadt offers a variety of historic and cultural attractions throughout the day where you can learn more about the city!
Some fantastic viewpoints provide panoramic views of the city and the mountain range. Innenstadt is a great way to taste what the city has to offer.

CULTURE & TRADITIONS

Innsbruck Culture and Traditions

It has several fascinating museums, including its Audioversum, an interactive science centre dedicated to hearing, and the Museum of Tyrolean Folk Art, which houses arts and crafts, religious folk art, and historical festive costumes.
There’s even a Grassmayr Glockenmuseum where you can learn about the Grassmayr family’s 400 years of bell-making and, more importantly, try your hand at ringing a few bells.
It also has one-of-a-kind mountain trams, breathtaking views from every angle, and some of the world’s most beautiful old architecture.
This is undoubtedly the best place to get your city culture and outdoor adventure fix in one go.

FOOD FUN FASHION

Innsbruck: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide

Food

#Food

Dairy cows in this area are regarded as among the best globally.
Marend, a simple platter of dry-cured and smoked meats and sausages, alpine cheese, and tasty bread, is one dish that truly celebrates the region’s rich produce.
Kasspatzln is soft egg noodles or dumplings coated in cheese and baked in Tyrol, similar to the delicious Käsknöpfle I fell in love with within Vorarlberg.
Kasspatzln, similar to the delicious Käsknöpfle I fell in love with within Vorarlberg, are soft egg noodles or dumplings coated in cheese and baked in Tyrol.
Zillertal has its own specialties, such as Zillertaler Krapfen. These are half-moon-shaped crispy fried rye pastries with a filling of Tyrolean grey cheese, aka Graukäse, combined with chives and potatoes.
Speckknödel, or Austrian bacon dumplings, is one of the most well-known Tyrolean dishes. These large bread-based, bacon-filled round dumplings are usually served in a broth or with a generous helping of sauerkraut.

Fashion

#Fashion

The new incarnation, Kaufhaus Tyrol, opened in March 2010 and quickly became a tourist and local attraction.
The Sparkassenplatz square behind the mall, now frequently used for events, received a facelift as part of the area’s redesign.
Another one of Innsbruck’s most innovative shopping malls is located directly across from Kaufhaus Tyrol. The glass-roofed Rathausgalerien shopping centre, designed in the style of 19th-century shopping arcades by French architect Dominique Perrault, is flooded with natural light.
Shopping malls have long been a part of the landscape in every decent-sized town and city in the United States.
However, it took a little longer for this trend to reach Austria. In September 1970, DEZ ("Das Einkaufszentrum"), located east of Innsbruck, became Austria's first American-style shopping mall.
Innsbruck’s Sillpark is the city’s largest shopping mall. It houses not only 70 international and local retailers but also several restaurants and a large branch of the Interspar supermarket, which is located directly behind the central railway station (on the banks of the Sill river, which gives the mall its name).
Hundreds of thousands of people shop at the Cyta shopping centre in Völs, west of Innsbruck, who live between Innsbruck and the next-largest town, Telfs.

Fun

#Fun

At the Rofan Mountain Range, the “Adlerhorst” Viewing Platform elevates breathtaking vistas to new heights.
Then push yourself out of your comfort zone with the adrenaline-pumping “AirRofan” Skyglide.
At Gerlosstein Ski Resort, immerse yourself in the exhilarating Almflieger, a zip line that will take your Zillertal vacation to new heights. Fly through the air and over the tracks at up to 50 km/h while soaring high and getting a bird’s eye view!
The famous Lauser Land is an outstanding on-mountain play and adventure zone packed with fun for kids big and small, located next to the top of the Wiedersbergerhornbahn Gondola at an elevation of 1,850 metres above sea level.
Thrill-seekers, meet your match on the Arena Coaster in Zell am Ziller. Just like your favourite roller coaster - but with the refreshing mountain scenery of Zillertal Valley! It’s open in winter and summer, and you can opt to travel alone or in twos.

NATURE & SAFARI

Innsbruck: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures

The Imperial Gardens are the green heart of Innsbruck.
The park borders the Imperial Palace and is also near the bottom station of the Nordkettenbahnen lifts. Are you looking for an excellent place to relax or have a picnic? If so, choose a spot on a bench in the shade of the old trees and watch as the world goes by
The Palmenhaus, which contains 1,800 different plant species, is located on the northern edge of the Hofgarten (royal gardens).
The current structure dates from the twentieth century, and each year a unique species of water lily blooms here: the Santa Cruz water lily.
Innsbruck’s Rapoldi city park is a well-known and popular attraction. It is situated between the Sill River and the “Leipziger Platz” square in the Pradl district.
The park includes a separate slacklining area and a variety of spaces for sports, playing, and relaxing.
Ferdinand II’s Renaissance garden used to be much bigger than it is now, stretching to the Ambraser See lake (now the DEZ shopping centre) and providing the ruler with his own private “recreational area.” Because Ambras was only used as an official residence during Ferdinand II’s reign and that of his wife Philippine Welser, it quickly fell into disrepair after they died.

EVENTS & FIESTAS

Innsbruck Must-Attend Festivals and Events

In mid-January, the Hahnenkamm World Cup Races are held in Kitzbühel, just one hour from Innsbruck.
This ski race on the Hahnnenkamm mountain is challenging and adventurous, with many people attesting to the course’s difficulty.
Fasnacht is a four-year-old tradition that depicts the struggle between good and evil.
It entails Tyroleans donning ancient masks and dancing together as they parade down the street dressed in elaborate costumes.
The Four Hills Tournament is a ski jumping competition held in Germany and Austria.
Oberstdorf, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Innsbruck, and Bischofshofen will host the events.
Tyrol Easter Festival (March-April) The Osterfestival, which takes place from mid-March to early April, is marked by various concerts and choirs held in multiple churches and other venues throughout Innsbruck.
Innsbruck hosts an annual event known as the Golden Roof Challenge.
Pole vault and long jump competitions attract athletes from all over the world.

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