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Innsbruck

Innsbruck with it's magnificent Nordkette in the back

Innsbruck - an alpine metropolis. Tirol`s capital is a living treasure house of history and culture. Its unique natural backdrop ideally complements Innsbruck’s rich cultural heritage. Innsbruck offers its visitors sophistication, charm and Alpine exhilaration.

Architectural gems lurk around every corner of the Old Town including superb examples of Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance architecture, Imperial residences and museums.

The cultural wealth and the many attractions of the picturesque town center bear witness to the past glory and present beauty of Innsbruck. Visit the famous Golden Roof, the Court Church, the Imperial Palace, Ambras Castle, the brand-new Bergisel SkijumpTower and the well-known Swarovski Crystal Worlds.

Enjoy the unique Alpine atmosphere of Innsbruck’s vacation villages, set on a sunny plateau high above the valley. Eternally picturesque, nestling in the midst of unspoiled nature, offering visitors uncountable sports activities, recreation and recuperation.

Experience authentic alpine traditions, bask in the warmth of world-famous “Tirolean Gemütlichkeit” and revel in the tremendous variety of outdoor fun. All with the dramatic and majestic Alps looming as your backdrop!

In order to make your stay in Innsbruck even more enjoyable we have created: The Innsbruck Card

All sights in Innsbruck, all means of public transport in the city as well as some mountain railways can be enjoyed free of charge. Included in the price is a Welcome Pack at the Casino Innsbruck, as well as a visit to Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens and the new Bergisel Ski Jump Tower, which is well worth a visit in summer. New additions to the card are free rides on cable cars around Innsbruck, on the Swarovski shuttle bus, the Sightseer hop-on hop-off bus and countless other price reductions. The Innsbruck Card is available for 24, 48 or 72 hours and costs € 23.00, € 28.00 or € 33.00 according to length of validity. Children up to the age of 15 pay half price.