Innsbruck Landmarks and Monuments

(Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria)

The main landmarks in Innsbruck consist of historical buildings and prominent monuments to the past, such as the Old Federal State Parliament (Altes Landhaus), the City Hall (Stadtsaal), and the rather showy Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl).

The twin-towers of the St. Jacob's Cathedral have long been one of the most recognisable landmarks in the city of Innsbruck and date from the early part of the 18th century.

Also of interest is the Kaiserliche Hofburg, a grand palace, which is currently home to an interesting history museum. Over the course of the year, this landmark hosts a number of notable local events and functions. The Café Sacher at the Kaiserliche Hofburg is on hand should you require a bite to eat while you explore the grounds.

Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof)

Address: Herzog Friedrich Strasse 15, AT-6020, Innsbruck, Austria, AT
Tel: +43 0512 581 111
Famous all over Innsbruck and throughout Austria, the Golden Roof dates from the 16th century and was built at the order of Emperor Maximilian I, as a public display of his considerable wealth. In total, 2,657 copper roof tiles have been gilded in solid gold, glistening when they catch the sun. Maximilian could regularly be seen standing on the balcony directly beneath his Golden Roof, watching the street entertainment below.
Open hours: May to September, daily - 10:00 to 18:00; October to April, Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00
Admission: charge, discounts for children

Altes Landhaus (Old Federal State Parliament)

Address: Maria-Theresien-Strasse 43, Innsbruck, AT-6020, Austria, AT
Tel: +43 0512 598 500
This beautiful Baroque-style building dominates the Maria-Theresien-Strasse and is without question one of the most impressive landmarks in Innsbruck. The Altes Landhaus stands in the very heart of the Inner City and was constructed during the 1720s. Inside, the interior is quite sumptuous, with an elaborate staircase, a vast parliamentary room, many statues depicting ancient gods, colourful frescoes and many period landscape paintings.
Open hours: hours vary
Admission: charge

Domkirche zu St. Jakob (St. Jacob's Cathedral) / Innsbrucker Dome

Address: Wilten, Innsbruck, Austria, AT
This imposing Roman Catholic cathedral boasts a noticeable Baroque flavour and this is particularly apparent when you step inside. Of particular interest in the high altar painting of Mary of Succor, and the cathedral's spectacular dome (Innsbrucker Dome), which can be seen for miles. Following considerable damage during the Second World War, much of St. Jacob's Cathedral was rebuilt, although its original character remains.
Open hours: daily, April to October - 07:00 to 19:00; November to March - 09:30 to 18:00
Admission: free

Stadtsaal (City Hall)

Address: Universitätsstrasse 1, Innsbruck, AT-6020, Austria, AT
Tel: +43 0512 586 452
The historic Innsbruck City Hall is known locally as the Stadtsaal and is of great local importance. Many annual events and gatherings are staged here, and the City Hall is well used, retaining a number of original period features. The Stadtsaal dates from the mid-14th century, when it was the very first city hall to be built in the whole of Austria's Tyrol region. At the turn of the new millennium, the landmark Stadtsaal was given a whole new lease of life, with some reconstruction work and the addition of the City Hall Galleries and a modern glass roof, allowing visitors to enjoy views of the nearby mountains. The entrance is located alongside the Rathaus Galerien shopping mall.
Open hours: hours vary
Admission: charge for some events

Kaiserliche Hofburg (Imperial Court)

Address: Rennweg 1, Innsbruck, AT-6010, Austria, AT
Tel: +43 0512 587 186
The Kaiserliche Hofburg was once the seat of the Archduke of Sigmund Münzreiche, an important Tyrolean prince. This medieval Gothic-style landmark was completed in the mid-15th century and the palace was then remodelled some 300 years later, when the character became more Baroque and in keeping with the style of that period.
Open hours: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Admission: charge, concessions

Bergisel Tower

If you have ever tried to picture just what it must be like to stand at the very top of an actual Olympic ski jump, then you will certainly get a feel for this unique experience if you visit the city's futuristic Bergisel Tower. The famous landmark lies on the outskirts of Innsbruck and alongside the recently modernised Winter Olympics ski-jump stadium. With panoramic windows, the Cafe im Turm atop the Bergisel Tower completes the experience.
Open hours: daily, June to November - 09:00 to 18:00; December to May - 09:00 to 17:00
Admission: charge, discounts for children