Innsbruck Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Innsbruck
Bergisel Ski Jump which includes modern architecture
Imperial Palace which includes heritage elements, art and interior views
Old Town showing night scenes and heritage elements
Imperial Palace featuring heritage architecture and night scenes

The Tyrolean capital is known for its historical charm, including old buildings and narrow cobbled streets, as much as its proximity to world-class ski areas.

Innsbruck is steeped in history, and its charming alleys and medieval buildings are testament to that. The city is surrounded by picturesque mountains that attract skiers and snowboarders in winter and hikers in the warmer months.

Wander around the Old Town, with its pastel-colored houses and narrow cobbled streets. See the landmark Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl) building, commissioned by the Emperor Maximilian I as a symbol of the Habsburg’s power. St. Anne’s Column (Annasäule) also makes for some great photographs with the imposing peak of Hafelekar Mountain as a backdrop.

Walk from the city centre to the grand Imperial Palace (Hofburg), home to the ruling Habsburg family for over four centuries. Across the street, the Court Church (Hofkirche) contains the tomb of Maximilian I. Farther afield you’ll find more royal splendour in Ambras Castle (Schloss Ambras), used by the Renaissance Prince Ferdinand II to house his collections of quirky treasures.

Getting around the city is easy, and most choose to do so on foot. Alternatively, make use of the city’s efficient tram and bus networks.

Outside the city, there’s plenty to do in the surrounding ski areas. These areas include the professional-quality snow park where the snowboarding revolution took off in the ‘90s. Innsbruck remains a magnet for the snowboarding crowd. Practice your tricks in the snow park, or explore the extensive network of pistes. Get to the slopes via the futuristic Nordkette Cable Car, which will whisk you all the way to the top of Hafelekar Mountain via a series of architecturally interesting stations.  

A 25,000-strong student population keeps the nightlife of the town busy year-round. Those looking for more refined evening entertainment will find plenty of restaurants. There are numerous cafés around the Old Town where you can indulge in local specialities, including thick hot chocolate and delicious Austrian pastries.

Innsbruck is a year-round destination. Once the snow melts in the summer, the mountains burst into colour with wildflowers. A network of walking trails, accessible via the Nordkette Cable Car, offer stunning views across the town and over the Italian border.

Where to stay in Innsbruck

Cathedral of St. James which includes a church or cathedral, night scenes and heritage architecture

Innsbruck City Centre

4.5/5(92 area reviews)

The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Innsbruck City Centre. A stop by Hofgarten Park or Court Church might round out your trip.

Innsbruck City Centre
Old Town showing a river or creek and heritage elements

Old Town Innsbruck

Travellers come to Old Town Innsbruck for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Innsbruck Old Town Christmas Market and Golden Roof while you're in town.

Old Town Innsbruck
Bergisel Ski Jump which includes modern architecture

Wilten

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and coffee shops in Wilten. You might want to make time for a stop at Triumphal Arch or Maria Theresa Street.

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Pradl

Skiing, mountain views and coffee shops are some highlights of Pradl. Make a stop by OlympiaWorld or Tivoli-Neu Stadium while you're exploring.

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Igls

5/5(5 area reviews)

Skiing, mountain views and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Igls. Check out Patscherkofel Mountain Bahn or Innsbruck Olympic Sliding Center while you're exploring the area.

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Höttinger Au

When in Höttinger Au, you can plan a visit to Innsbruck Market Hall and Triumphal Arch, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Höttinger Au
Hotel Sailer

Hotel Sailer

4 out of 5
Adamgasse 8, Innsbruck, Tirol
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Innsbruck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"The staff were excellent, very friendly and extremely helpful. Good location for our needs. The only downside was the building work across the road but not a reflection on the hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hotel Sailer
Stage 12 Hotel by Penz

Stage 12 Hotel by Penz

4 out of 5
Maria Theresien Straße 12, Innsbruck, Tirol
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.923.280 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.923.280
Rp3.329.100 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Innsbruck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (827 reviews)
"Great all around!!!"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Stage 12 Hotel by Penz
AC Hotel by Marriott Innsbruck

AC Hotel by Marriott Innsbruck

4 out of 5
Salurner Strasse 15, Innsbruck, Tirol
The price is Rp2.682.539 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.682.539
Rp3.064.285 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Innsbruck. Enjoy a full-service spa, a casino and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was very convenient for both the station and the old town, perfect for a stay in Innsbruck. Can’t wait to come back again."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Innsbruck
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Urban Inn

Urban Inn

3 out of 5
Mentlgasse 4, Innsbruck, Tirol
Stay at this 3-star ski aparthotel in Innsbruck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, downhill skiing on-site and snowboarding on-site. Popular attractions Wilten Abbey and Grassmayr ...
9/10 Wonderful! (187 reviews)
"Great location! Great room."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Urban Inn
Blackhome Innsbruck City East

Blackhome Innsbruck City East

3 out of 5
Resselstraße 29, Innsbruck, Tirol
Stay at this 3-star ski apartment in Innsbruck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (12 reviews)
"Was good, could be better."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Blackhome Innsbruck City East
Apartments Leipziger Hof

Apartments Leipziger Hof

3 out of 5
Defreggerstraße 13, Innsbruck
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Innsbruck. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a steam room. Popular attractions Sillpark Shopping Center and Innsbruck ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
3 day break
"All the polish of a hotel but the independence of an apartment. The place was pristine and conveniently located within large suitcase rolling distance of the train station and next to a park that was beautiful in the spring with the stunning backdrop of the mountains."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Apartments Leipziger Hof
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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