What to do and see in Innsbruck, Austrian Alps: The Best Sights & Landmarks

May 15, 2022 Rebbecca Marino

Coveted by empires and republics throughout its history, Innsbruck was the seat of the imperial court of Maximilian I by the end of the 15th century. Trams make getting around the city quick, efficient and cheap. Explore the Tyrolean capital's history at Archduke Ferdinand II's 10th-century Schloss Ambras, the Tyrolean Folk Art Museum, the grand 15th-century Imperial Palace and Maximilian I's famous Golden Roof. One of Europe's most idyllic cities, Innsbruck is nestled in the heart of the Alps.
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1. Schloss Ambras Innsbruck

Schlossstrasse 20, Innsbruck 6020 Austria +43 1 525244802 [email protected] http://www.schlossambras-innsbruck.at
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Schloss Ambras Innsbruck

Due to the current regulation to contain the pandemic, the museums of the KHM Museum Association will remain closed until 23th March 2021! The wonderful world of the Renaissance The provincial sovereign of Tyrol, Archduke Ferdinand II (1529-95), son of Emperor Ferdinand l, ordered that the mediaeval fortress at Ambras be turned into a Renaissance castle for his wife Philippine Welser. He also commissioned the building of a separately designed museum complex to house his world-famous collections. Constructed according to the most advanced ideas of its time, it is an eminent precursor of our modern-day museums and has been preserved at its original site to this day. The armouries comprise rare examples of 15th century jousting armour from the collections of Emperor Maximilian I, suits of armour of famous 16th century commanders, the Archduke’s private armour, the armour of the court of Innsbruck, and weapons from the Thirty Years’ War.

Reviewed By 260flaviob

This castle is one of the most beautiful we have seen on our tour in Austria. From Innsbruck you can get there after about twenty minutes by bus (we took a Hop on / Hop off, very comfortable and included in the Innsbruck Card). The Castle is surrounded by greenery and has a very well kept garden. There are two main buildings to visit, one connected to the entrance (with spectacular weapons and armor) and the actual Castle, to be reached with a short walk. The castle is impressive and was bought by the Archduke Ferdinand II, a true patron of the time. In the current exhibition, the organizers have tried to recreate the different rooms as they had been wanted by the Archduke: the Chamber of Art and Wonders (some even not politically correct by our current standards), the Chamber of Armor and the Antiquarium. In the upper castle there are houses as they were at the time of Ferdinando. The most sumptuous setting in the building is the Sala Spagnola, a 43 meter long banquet hall with frescoed walls and trompe l’oeil. Magnificent. There is also a section dedicated to the Habsburg portraits with over 200 portraits, made by famous artists like Cranach, Tiziano, van Dyck and Diego Velásquez. We went there on a very hot August day and at the end of the tour it was beautiful and very romantic to eat a sandwich sitting on a bench in the shade of the secular trees of the garden.

2. Hofkirche

Universitaetsstrasse 2, Innsbruck 6020 Austria 43 0 512 584302 [email protected] http://www.tiroler-landesmuseen.at/page.cfm?vpath=haeuser/hofkirche/haus
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Hofkirche

Reviewed By JDCharlotte

I love the history of this church. Emperor Maximilian I liked Innsbruck so much he wanted to be buried here... surrounded by 40 larger than life cast-bronze statues of his ancestors, relatives and even his favorite heroes from the Middle Ages like King Arthur. This elaborate display was built inside this church but poor Max isn’t buried there. By the time he died, he had become notorious for running up debts so the town did not allow him to be buried inside the church. So his elaborate sarcophagus is now called a cenotaph since it does not contain a body! Weird!!

3. Bergisel Ski Jump

Bergiselweg 3, Innsbruck 6020 Austria +43 512 589259 [email protected] http://www.bergisel.info/en/
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Bergisel Ski Jump

Reviewed By mmmmlp - Chennai (Madras), India

This is on a hill and can be accessed by a cable in Innsbruck, Austria and the most popular annual ski jumping competition is conducted here and this well built ski jumping track is even visible from the highway nearby. Jumpers doing ski jumping is quiet a sight, the rythum and the speed of their movement along the track is a joy.

4. Dom zu St. Jakob

Domplatz 6, Innsbruck 6020 Austria +43 512 583902 [email protected] http://www.innsbruck.info/infrastruktur/detail/infrastruktur/dom-zu-st-jakob-innsbruck.html
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Dom zu St. Jakob

Reviewed By mmmmlp - Chennai (Madras), India

This is a romantic catholic cathedral in Innsbruck, Austria built to saint James. The interior of the cathedral is so beautifully designed and is a must visit place for admirers

5. Maria-Theresien-Strasse

Maria-Theresien-Strasse, Innsbruck Austria +91 80943 52696
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Maria-Theresien-Strasse

Reviewed By cliveb669

Great views at the end of the street from any stage of the street of the mountains, lots of shops and restaurants, Konditorei's coffee bars, it even has a Hard Rock Café, friendly people, friendly shops, one of the nicest shopping areas in Europe. It has something for everyone, simply has to be done.

6. Altstadt von Innsbruck

Innsbruck Austria +43 4351 2587040 http://www.innsbruck.info/erleben/sightseeing.html
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Altstadt von Innsbruck

Reviewed By Pudik - Tel Aviv, Israel

Magnificent city in mountain valley, fully remained it medieval atmosphere. Much less tourist than in others advertised places, very friendly, cozy, nice city. The hundred years old buildings, narrow streets and medieval towers on the mountains background - it worth to visit! A lot of museums and palaces available - or simply walk through pedestrian zone.

7. Hoettinger Alm

Rossfallweg 30, Innsbruck Austria +43 676 3056228 [email protected] http://www.hoettingeralm.at/
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Hoettinger Alm

A much loved Alm for walkers and mountain bikers lying above Innsbruck (on the sunny side).Serves homemade food (e.g. Kaspressknödel - Speckknödel - Spinatknödel ...)Simple overnight accommodation is also available.

8. Olympiaworld

Olympiastrasse 10a, Innsbruck 6020 Austria +43 512 338380 http://www.olympiaworld.at
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Olympiaworld

Reviewed By Coastal826375

Over in a flash - 58 seconds. Exhilarating, disorientating. Wow. Yes a Bucket list. 100 euros is not cheap but well worth. A walk with the guide to the top of the run - plenty of puff needed for this. I did the 4 man Bob - two guests three Bobs running at intervals, that have to be returned to the start/top of the run, which means waiting, especially if you are the last of the Bobs. Great a must.

9. Basilica Wilten

Haymongasse 6/A, Innsbruck 6020 Austria +43 512 583385 http://www.innsbruck.info/en/facilities/details/infrastruktur/wilten-basilica-innsbruck.html
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Basilica Wilten

Reviewed By eelSeattle - Seattle, United States

Wilten Basilica was a stunning Rococo church which displays "Our Lady under the Four Columns" on its main altar. Beneath a marble canopy and large golden crown was the Gothic sandstone sculpture of the Madonna - the focus of religious pilgrimages. With its incredible acoustics, the basilica is home to the famous Wilten Boys' Choir. The artwork and ceiling paintings which detail the life of the Virgin Mary were breathtaking. A stroll through the large cemetery adjacent to Wilten Basilica was also interesting.

10. Stift Wilten

Klostergasse 7, Innsbruck 6020 Austria http://www.stift-wilten.at/de/index.php
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Stift Wilten

Reviewed By ronlawmusic - Greater London, United Kingdom

A very different, but very good companion to its wonderful sister Basilica. We were very fortunate to go in when someone was having an organ lesson - Mendelssohn I think.. Try both churches to compare ??

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