Sometimes, when you visit a town, your views are obscured and you're restricted as to where you can travel. Thankfully, Innsbruck is a city wide open and filled with some very important sights. Visitors will cherish the history and culture of this fantastic city.
1) HofGarten
If you want to start your day with a pleasant walk, visit the famous HofGarten Park, located on Rennweg Street. The public space is meant to be enjoyed and dates back all the way to the 15th centur. The garden was first designed to produce vegetables, however four centennials later it opened as a public park. You'll find plenty of open space, benches, and even a café.
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2) Tiroler Landestheater
Next to the HofGarten, tourists will discover the Tiroler Landestheater. The venue is one of the most famous opera and theatre houses in Austria as well as well Europe. The theatre is a true delight of decor and design, as it was established in the late 15th century.
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3) Dom zu St. Jakob
While walking through the numerous streets in Innsbruck, visitors will be sure to notice the multitude of Baroque styled buildings, edifices, and churches. The Dom zu St. Jakob, German for the Cathedral of St. Jacob, is one of the most grand. The church dates back to the 18th century and amazingly survived the Second World War.
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4) Goldenes Dachl
The Golden Roof was built by Archduke Friedrich IV in the early 15th century. The building was the residence of the Tirolean sovereigns. The Golden Roof is actually a three-story balcony on the central plaza in the heart of Old Town. The Golden Roof was designed for the Emperor Maximilian I with a purpose of serving as a royal box where he could sit and enjoy tournaments in the square below.
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5) Stadtturm
Stadtturm is the main medieval tower in Innsbruck, as it dates back to 1450. Initially, the tower was used as a prison but has slowly transformed into one of the most attractive civic towers. In the middle of the 16th century it was reconstructed and it can be found in the very heart of Old Town.
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6) Hofkirche
Hofkirche is a Gothic church built between the years of 1553–1563. The infrastructure was designed by Ferdinand I as a memorial to his grandfather Maximilian I, Holy Roman Emperor (1459–1519). The church contains the tomb of Andreas Hofer, one of Tirol's national heroes.
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7) Treibhaus
Treibhaus is an interesting place to visit, as it is ideal for any lover of art. The home is situated right in the city's center, but you shouldn't think that it is easy to find. You'll have to search a little, but once you discover Treibhaus, you will treat yourself to true Austrian art, live music performances, diverse exhibitions, shows, and even a cabaret.
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8) Annasäule
Annasäule (Anne's column) is actually a Maria column, located in downtown Innsbruck. Annasäule was established in 1706 after a two year promise made by public authorities. The column is based off St. Anne's Day (July 26, 1703) in which Bavarian invaders were defeated and expelled from the Tyrol. The monument was created by Italian sculptor Cristoforo Benedetti.
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9) Altes Landhaus
Altes Landhaus is the old federal state parliament house. The former parliament is situated in the historic center of Innsbruck. Altes Landhaus is tagged as one of the most admirable Baroque buildings of the town and all of Tyrol. It's an old edifice, beautifully decorated and embellished with paintings, frescoes, fireplaces, ornate staircases, and statues.
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