Top Austrian Alps Attractions & Museums

Admire beautiful renaissance architecture in one of Innsbruck’s top attractions with this Ambras Castle entrance ticket. Head into the hills above Innsbruck and, with your entrance ticket in hand, enter Ambras Castle to begin exploring at your leisure. Marvel at ancient jousting armor from centuries passed in the armory cabinets, and discover curious 16th-century artifacts from Austria’s colorful history in the Chamber of Art and Curiosities. Head through the beautiful Spanish Hall — widely considered the most impressive renaissance halls in the world — and see beautiful portraits in the Habsburg Gallery.

In Schloss Tratzberg you immerse yourself in a world of knights, emperors and kings and can experience 500 years of history with all your senses. The castle enchants you with art treasures, armor of noble knights and the fantastic view over the Tiroler Unterinntal. Tratzberg is the only castle in Austria with virtual reality time travel, adventure area and radio play guide. It offers adventure and fun in any weather.

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.

UNESCO–listed Hallstatt and the Eagles’ Nest are widely considered among the Bavarian Alps’ top attractions, but organizing admission fees and transportation to visit independently takes time. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Salzburg hotel and reach both sites in one day by private vehicle. Explore Charnel House, Fuschl Castle, St. Gilgen Mozartplatz, and more with your guide, and enjoy panoramic views over the Bavarian and Austrian Alps.

It can be overwhelming to research and plan an itinerary to see multiple dispersed attractions in one day. This day trip from Salzburg takes the stress out of planning by having everything organized for you. After a hotel pickup, you’ll travel to the Obersalzberg region, and see the Berghof ruins. Explore the Eagle’s Nest, Golling Waterfalls, and the Castle of Werfen. You’ll have plenty of time to explore independently, and find a spot for lunch too.

Book ahead to visit Innsbruck’s Audioversum, the city’s renowned science center and interactive museum. You’ll explore the senses of wondering and listening as you browse collections of multimedia exhibits and temporary exhibitions. Fascinating for all the family, the museum opens up your mind to experiment with new ways of listening.

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.

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.

The Hallein Salt Mine, with its subterranean tunnels, beckons from south of Salzberg. Save vacation time by prebooking your ticket for a day that suits you. Then, head there independently for a guided underground tour. Learn how long-gone miners collected and transported the ‘white gold;' and ride miners’ slides, a mini-train, and underground lake boat. Plus, rewind 2,600 years as you explore the neighboring recreation of a salt-mining Celtic Village.

Enhance your Salzburg vacation with a sightseeing add-on that includes a Salzburg Card — valid for 48 hours — plus a Mozart-themed sightseeing tour. Use the city card for free or discounted admission to famous Salzburg attractions like Hellbrunn Palace and Mozart’s Birthplace, and see Mirabell Palace on the Mozart tour. Bonus: free public transport around Salzburg is included, too.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Swarovski crystals during a visit to Swarovski Crustal 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.

A world-class experience! Enjoy a fantastic 360-degree view of the enchanting city of Mozart and its surroundings from the imposing observation tower of the world-famous Fortress Hohensalzburg. On the way back from the tower, you even have the possibility of viewing the acoustic landmark of the Fortress – a mechanical organ called “the Salzburg Bull”. The father of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leopold Mozart, even composed a piece especially for this organ, which is the oldest horn mechanism in the world. Afterwards, an exclusive 3-course menu is served in the Panorama Restaurant at the fortress. Your table allocation is carried out respectively according to the number of booked persons After the dinner, the Best of Mozart concert takes place in the historic and magnificent state rooms at the fortress, thereby representing the musical climax in the Salzburg Fortress Concert series. The music is provided by either the Salzburger Mozart Ensemble or the Mozart Chamber Orchestra Salzburg!

With more than 4.5 million holdings across the city of Graz and beyond, the Universalmuseum Joanneum highlights history, art, culture, and the natural world, but the vast collection is impossible to explore in a single day. Get 48-hour access to the three main museum sites in the Joanneum Quarter, plus access to many additional museum sites, a self-guided audio tour, and breakfast or lunch in the museum café.

Guarantee your entry to Eggenburg Palace and Gardens, a UNESCO-listed landmark in Graz, by booking your entrance ticket in advance. On a 50-minute guided tour, you’ll delve into the opulent recesses of the State Rooms, swathed in antique furniture and tapestries, and then spend the rest of your time at leisure. Your ticket includes entry to the Alte Galerie, home to European art from the Middle ages, the Archeology Museum, and the Coin Cabinet. Ideal for families and groups, this tour allows you to choose a start time to suit your schedule.

Ensure you don’t miss out of one of Graz’s most-visited institutions by booking you entrance ticket to the Styrian Armoury Museum, the world’s largest historic armory, in advance. Browse a 32,000-strong collection of weaponry, tools, and suits of armor, and opt to purchase an audio-guide or guided tour in order to enhance your understanding of the exhibits. Optional guides are only available between March 24th and October 31st.

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. 

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.