Travel guide · Austria
Innsbruck: what to see and when to go
Innsbruck is the capital of the Tyrol, a city with the Alps rising straight above its old town. A funicular and cable cars take you from the centre to over 2,000 m in minutes, and in winter one pass covers several ski resorts around the city.
What to see and do in Innsbruck
Nordkette
The Hungerburg funicular and cable cars, from the city centre up to 2,256 m.
Golden Roof and the old town
A late-Gothic balcony covered with 2,657 gilded copper tiles, among arcaded streets.
Bergisel ski jump
Zaha Hadid's jump tower, with a café and views over the city and the Olympic arena.
Ambras Castle
A Renaissance castle with an armour collection and a large park.
Stubai Valley
Hiking in summer and one of Austria's largest glacier ski areas, under an hour away.
Best time to go
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 1 hr, 45 min | ≈ €110 · See flights |
| New York | 9 hr | ≈ €510 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 13 hr | ≈ €600 · See flights |
| Dubai | 6 hr, 30 min | ≈ €380 · See flights |
| Singapore | 13 hr, 30 min | ≈ €610 · See flights |
| Sydney | 21 hr, 30 min | ≈ €800 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €400 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Austria
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- mountains · nature · wild
- How long to stay
- 2–3 days
- Where to stay
- The old town for atmosphere; Wilten or Hötting for quieter nights.Find a place to stay in Innsbruck
Plan your trip
Flights, a place to stay and what else you need for Innsbruck, one tap each.
- FlightsFrom London · about €110 (opens in a new tab)
- StayHotels and apartments in Innsbruck (opens in a new tab)
- Things to doTours, tickets and experiences (opens in a new tab)
Links open a sample search (Fri, Dec 4 – Sun, Dec 6, 2 people): change it on each site. If you book through these links we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you. It helps us keep improving diceando. Legal notice
Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Innsbruck and when should you go?
Average highs range from 5° in January to 25° in June.
How many days do you need in Innsbruck?
2 to 3 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Innsbruck cost?
Accommodation runs at around €100 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €400 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 1 hr, 45 min.
Where should you stay in Innsbruck?
The old town for atmosphere; Wilten or Hötting for quieter nights.
