Top Austrian Alps Attractions & Museums

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Swarovski crystals during a visit to Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens. Make your way through the Chambers of Wonder and discover the Crystal Cloud, a display of over 800,000 hand-mounted crystals. Walk through the Garden of the Giant to view the unique art installations. Kids can run, play and climb in the outdoor playground before sitting down for a snack at the attraction's cafe and restaurant.

Discover the enchanting world of crystal at Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens, where you can immerse yourself in various exhibits and attractions like The Giant's gardens and the mesmerizing "Crystal Cloud," featuring 800,000 hand-mounted crystals. Venture into the “Chambers of Wonder” for an extraordinary experience that showcases crystal in a way you've never encountered before. Wander through the museum’s gardens to see distinctive art installations, and bring your children to enjoy the play tower—a creative outdoor playground designed for kids of all ages with ample space for climbing and playing. An onsite café and restaurant near the gardens boast stunning views of the surrounding scenery while offering a memorable culinary adventure filled with unique flavors for visitors to savor.

Visit Ambras Castle with a prebooked entrance ticket that makes it easy to explore one of Innsbruck’s main historical sights at your own pace. Travel up to the hills above the city and walk through the castle’s collections, from Renaissance-era armor to the Chamber of Art and Curiosities, which reflects 16th-century collecting culture. Continue through the Spanish Hall and the Habsburg Gallery to see portraits and architectural details that highlight the castle’s role in Austrian history.

Discover Austria’s vibrant art scene in Graz, by going to Kunsthaus Graz Museum. You’ll skip long visitor lines, as your entrance ticket is included. Explore the museum in your own time, so you can stop and admire the artwork, rather than rushing through. Enjoy multiple contemporary art exhibitions in this Graz institution.

Soak in sweeping views of Innsbruck from the Bergisel Ski Jump site located a short drive from town. Designed by renowned architect Zaha Hadid, the tower features a restaurant and terrace with panoramic vistas. You can also learn about Olympic history and the world of ski jumping in the gallery during your visit.

Guarantee entry to Europe’s highest zoo by booking your entry ticket to Alpenzoo Innsbruck in advance. As well as admiring more than 2,000 animals in spacious enclosures, you’ll enjoy a round-trip journey on the Hungerburgbahn, a modern funicular that reveals panoramic views of the Alps and Tyrol’s capital city. Plus, your all-day package allows you to visit the zoo at a time convenient for you.

Ride the Hungerburg Funicular from Innsbruck to the Nordkette mountain range, a jewel of the Karwendel National Park. Swap your pre-booked ticket for your pass at the ticket office and step aboard to admire sights of Innsbruck’s Goldenes Dachl surrounded by sweeping alpine vistas. Upgrade to include a ticket to Europe’s highest altitude zoo or just enjoy the round-trip ride.

Enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Austrian mountains with a round-trip cable car ride between Innsbruck city center and the Nordkette, at the heart of the country’s nature park. Visit a cable car station designed by Zaha Hadid, then watch the ground drop away as you travel to Seegrube. Get a bird’s-eye view of Europe’s steepest ski slope, and spot climbers on the rocky face of the Karwendel. Explore the mountain at your own pace before boarding the cable car to make the return trip to Innsbruck.

Experience the world of beer in Europe's largest beer adventure world! Discover the 530 year history of the Stiegl Brewery. Enjoy 2 Stiegl beer tastings during your visit.

Get access to 12 museums and sites throughout Graz and greater Styria with this pass to the Universalmuseum Joanneum. Choose a 24-hour or 48-hour pass, depending on your schedule and budget, to explore the various exhibitions and programs dedicated to culture, art and science. Visit institutions such as the Folk Life Museum, the Eggenberg Palace and the Styrian Armoury to view the thousands of items in their permanent collections.

Experience Carinthia and Styria from a bird’s eye view – on an unforgettable sightseeing flight in a motor kite trike. Together with an experienced pilot you will glide gently over dense forests, sparkling lakes and majestic peaks. This adventure delights not only nature lovers, but all those who seek the extraordinary. Take advantage of flexible flight times and capture your impressions in stunning photos and videos.

On 512 square metres, 60 minutes of the best entertainment awaits you in the Tyrol department store, in the middle of Innsbruck. Five rooms that will captivate you. Travel with us to the highest peaks of Tyrol. Experience the history of this country up close. Be there when a ski jumper jumps down the mountain hill or the mountain fires burn on the horizon. Let Emperor Maximilian show you his Innsbruck around 1500 AD. Glide across the seemingly endless maple floor or give yourself completely to the fascination of art from Tyrol. All this coupled with the latest technologies such as virtual reality, holograms, 360 degree projections and much more are waiting for you, your family and friends.

Widely considered among the finest fortifications in Austria, Tratzberg Castle sits in a forested location in the Tyrol mountains, with sweeping views over the hillside scenery. With this entry ticket, step inside Tratzberg Castle on an audio-guided tour and find out for yourself what makes it special. Delve 500 years back in time, discover top castle attractions including the Habsburg Hall, and admire the impressive collections of art, armor, and more.

Book in advance to visit AREA 47 in the Oetztal Valley, and have a day of water thrills with speed slides, wakeboarding, and even cliff diving. Open to competent swimmers and over 12s, the park is set up perfectly for daredevil teens and adults alike. Just show your ticket to enter, then enjoy a day of water-filled fun at your leisure.