Innsbruck

Innsbruck, the state capital of Tyrol, is known as the 'Heart of the Alps'. It is a two-time host of the Olympic Winter Games, in 1964 and 1976 and has an intriguing history of over 800 years.

The city offers art and cultural treasures, as well as beautiful historic architecture like the Golden Roof, the Imperial Court Palace and the Ambras Castle. Innsbruck harmoniously combines tradition and modernity. Amid the charming Old Town, you will find the greatest tourist attractions and lovers of modern art will find plenty of galleries and special exhibitions to satisfy their cultural thirst.

The Hofburg is the former residence of Tyrol's Emperors and is classed as one of Austria's most important cultural buildings. For a 360-degree view of the city rooftops and surrounding mountains, walk the 148 steps to the top of the City Tower.    

• Flight time from London: 2 hours
• Innsbruck Kranebitten Airport: 6km from the city centre; transfer time about 30 min
• Nearest railway station: Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof
• Currency: Euro