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Jun 10, 2023

Innsbruck

Innsbruck is the capital of Tyrol, Austria. Also called the capital of the Alps, the surrounding mountains are ever-present from the Inn valley where most of the 120,000 residents live and work. The heart of the city is its old town or Altstadt, with the famous Golden Roof at the centre. What always strikes me when walking around here, is how clean the city is. This is also not a place to be overly worried about crime. Innsbruck is the perfect base to explore the surrounding valleys, mountains and villages of Tyrol. It has also been a gateway to neighbouring Italy, Germany and Switzerland for centuries.

Innsbruck's Maria Theresa Street
Innsbruck

9 Amazing Things to Do in Innsbruck by a Local

Mar 14, 2023

From a stroll through the historic old town to the glitz and glamor of Swarovski crystals and the awe of standing on an Alpine peak – the things to do in Innsbruck, Austria are plentiful […]

Schlick 2000 is one of the ski resorts near Innsbruck.
Innsbruck

Why Skiing from Innsbruck Gets Better Every Year

Nov 21, 2022

Skiing from Innsbruck is a great opportunity to combine time on the slopes with sightseeing and non-skiing related activities. The new Innsbruck Ski PLUS City Pass includes 13 ski resorts and all the main sightseeing attractions. […]

Swarovski Giant
Innsbruck

Swarovski Crystal Worlds Austria: Get Ready to be Dazzled

Nov 7, 2022

The Swarovski Crystal Worlds or Kristallwelten near Innsbruck in Austria is unlike any other tourist attraction in the world. Imagine an underground tour or magical chambers filled with differently themed crystal artwork underneath a fairytale […]

Golden Roof Christmas Market
Christmas

The 7 Best Innsbruck Christmas Markets To Visit This Year

Sep 3, 2022

The Innsbruck Christmas markets liven up the city’s old town from mid-November every year. This guide gives you all the details to plan your visit. […]

Exploring around the Hafelekarspitze.
Innsbruck

Practical Guide to the Innsbruck Cable Car

Jun 29, 2022

Taking the Innsbruck cable car to the top of the Nordkette mountain is a must when visiting the capital of Tyrol. This is how. […]

Ambras Castle peacock garden
Innsbruck

Ambras Castle in Innsbruck | Is It Worth Visiting?

Jul 21, 2020

Ambras Castle or Schloss Ambras is one of Innsbruck’s most popular attractions and for a good reason. The medieval fortress turned into a Renaissance castle is not only in a beautiful setting but home to […]

Austria General

The best cities in Austria to visit this year

Feb 3, 2019

Which are the best cities to visit in Austria? This is a question I often get, especially from first-time visitors. My short answer is Vienna, Salzburg, and Innsbruck. Read on for the long one.   […]

View from Kaiserjägermuseum on the Bergisel in Innsbruck.
Innsbruck

3 reasons to visit the Bergisel in Innsbruck, Austria

May 14, 2018

The Bergisel Ski Jump is a prominent landmark on Innsbruck’s southern skyline. It has seen the world’s best flying through the air, most notably during the Olympic Winter Games of 1964 and 1976. But long before sporting […]

Hotel Goldener Adler in Innsbruck old town.
Innsbruck

Discover the Innsbruck Old Town: 10 Top Things to See and Do

May 12, 2018

[Updated August 2022] The Innsbruck old town is full of historic and architectural gems within easy walking distance of each other. Here are my top 10 things to see and do in and around the historic […]

The Sightseer Bus is included in the Innsbruck Card.
Innsbruck

Innsbruck Card Review: Itineraries to Help You Save Money

Dec 4, 2017

[Updated July 2022] The Innsbruck Card is one of the best value for money tourist cards I have come across. Not only does it include the popular, but pricey, Nordkette cable car, but also the […]

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