Ambras Castle
A beautiful castle on the southern hillside of Innsbruck. Entrance fee, of course. Beautiful halls, peculiar exhibition. World’s oldest museum. Large park (free entrance).
How to get there: Take Bus M, direction Aldrans. Get off at the stop “Schloss Ambras”
You can “do it” in two hours but better plan on spending half a day there.
The Ski Jump
Frequently visitors ask for the ski jump. Both the view from the bottom as well as from the top are breathtaking. Entrance fee.
Coordinates on Google Maps
Coordinates on Open Street Map
Background information on Wikipedia
How to get there: Take tram “1”, direction Bergisel. Get off at the terminal station, continue walking up the hill (approx. 10 min).
Hafelekar – Top of Innsbruck
Use the funicular and the cable car to easily reach the top of the mountains. The ticket is a bit costly but you’ll be rewarded with a magnificent view – if the weather is good.
Plan half a day for this excursion.
Coordinates (where to get on the funicular) on Google Maps
Coordinates (where to get on the funicular) on Open Street Map
Background information on Wikipedia
If you don’t want to spend that much money or don’t have enough time we have an idea for you:
Hungerburg
An alternative for a good view over all of Innsbruck at a much lower price is a visit to the “Hungerburg”. You can get there using a regular bus ticket.
Coordinates on Google Maps
Coordinates on Open Street Map
Background information on Wikipedia
How to get there: Take bus “J”, direction “Nordkette”. Get off at the terminal station.
More sights
There are many more places to visit, the ones listed on these pages are merely the ones most tourists expect to see. For more suggestions visit the tourist office’s website.