Innsbruck, Austria

Innsbruck

An alpine city with mountains rising straight behind the old town.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Innsbruck

Day 1

  1. MorningTake the Nordkette cable car straight from the city to 2,000 metres.
  2. AfternoonSee the Golden Roof and walk the colourful houses along the Inn river.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the old town's arcaded streets.

Day 2

Visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens or Ambras Castle.

What to eat

Tiroler Speckknödel, bacon dumplings in broth.

Local tips

Make the most of Innsbruck

Beat the crowds

The old town is busy midday. Head up the mountain early for clear views.

Best photo spot

The colourful houses along the Inn river with the mountains behind.

Getting there

Trains connect with Munich, Salzburg and Italy. A funicular goes from the centre into the mountains.

Don't miss nearby

The Nordkette mountains, reached directly from the city by funicular and cable car.

Good to know

The Golden Roof is the city's symbol. You can be in the mountains 20 minutes after leaving the old town.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Innsbruck

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Plan your visit

Getting to Innsbruck

Getting there

  • Innsbruck Airport (INN)5 km away
  • Memmingen Allgau Airport (FMM)120 km away
  • Munich95 km away
  • Salzburg140 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forNature, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryAustria

Questions

Innsbruck: good to know

Is Innsbruck worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and historic old towns. An alpine city with mountains rising straight behind the old town.

How many days do you need in Innsbruck?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Innsbruck?

You can visit all year. The old town is busy midday. Head up the mountain early for clear views.

How do you get to Innsbruck?

The nearest airport is Innsbruck Airport (INN), about 5 km away. Trains connect with Munich, Salzburg and Italy. A funicular goes from the centre into the mountains.

What is there to see near Innsbruck?

Nearby hidden places include Partnach Gorge (32 km), Eibsee (38 km) and Krimml Waterfalls (58 km).

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