December 2016 City of the Month: Innsbruck, Austria December 01 2016, 0 Comments

Coveted by empires and republics throughout its history, Innsbruck was the seat of the imperial court of Maximilian I by the end of the 15th century. Trams make getting around the city quick, efficient and cheap. Explore the City and dont miss a thing! Below are a list of the top spots to hit on your trip! 

Explore the old town and Maria Theresien Street: the Golden Roof, Kaufhaus Tyrol shopping centre, the Imperial Gardens, etc.

City Tower (viewpoint)

The Imperial Palace & Court Church

Lunch on the Nordkette mountain range

Alpine Zoo visit on the way back into town

Herzog Friedrich Street in the center of Innsbruck is the ideal starting point for exciting adventures in the Capital of the Alps. Admire Innsbruck’s famous shining landmark, the Golden Roof , surrounded by colorful facades, bay windows and charming arcades. Plus the magnificent Nordkette mountain range  towers over the city with stunning peaks that reach over 2,000 metres above sea level. Just “around the corner” you’ll find the Imperial Palace with Court Church  – one of Innsbruck’s most impressive attractions. Alternatively, the new Kaufhaus Tyrol shopping centre  on Maria Theresien Street, opposite the lovely St. Anne’s Column, is the perfect destination for anyone who wants to let their shopping desires run wild: here numerous shops with top brands come together in an architecturally impressive building. If you want to experience Innsbruck from above, take a trip to the Seegrube or Hafelekar on the Nordkette mountain range.  In honor of the city Loose Petals is offering $5.00 off any non-sale city organic print size 8 x 10 or larger for the month of December 2016! Use code 5OFF at check out.

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