Modern Innsbruck: Architecture from Bergisel to the Old Town
Zaha Hadid, David Chipperfield and Tyrolean building culture
TopicTirol- Duration
- 2.0 hours
- Languages
- German, English
Innsbruck pairs a medieval old town with striking contemporary architecture. This private tour shows buildings by international stars such as Zaha Hadid and David Chipperfield and explains how tradition and modernity meet here.
High above the city stands the Bergisel ski jump, redesigned by Zaha Hadid in 2002. Its tower with a panoramic café has become a landmark, overlooking the city, the Olympic venues and the Brenner motorway.
Downtown, David Chipperfield's Kaufhaus Tyrol and Dominique Perrault's Rathausgalerien show how modern buildings slot into historic streets. The Hungerburg funicular stations also bear Hadid's flowing signature.
Your guide explains why Tyrol has such a lively architecture scene, from timber building and mountain construction to the university. The route can be tailored, for example with a detour to the architecture archive in the former Adambräu brewery.
Highlights
- Bergisel ski jump by Zaha Hadid
- Kaufhaus Tyrol by David Chipperfield
- Rathausgalerien by Dominique Perrault
- Hungerburg funicular stations
- Tyrolean building culture
The route
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1Bergisel
Ski jump and panorama
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2Maria-Theresien-Strasse
Kaufhaus Tyrol
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3Rathausgalerien
Glass and old town
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4Congress
Hungerburg funicular station
Who this tour is for
Perfect for architecture and design fans and visitors who want Innsbruck beyond the Golden Roof.
Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees included?
No. Entrance fees and tickets for cable cars, trains, boats or tastings are not included and are paid on site. Your guide is happy to tell you in advance what to expect.
Is the price per person or per group?
This is a private tour with a licensed Austrian tour guide. The price is per group, not per person, so it is just you and your own party.
Can we go up the Bergisel ski jump?
Yes. An inclined lift and an elevator take you to the viewing platform and café in the tower. Admission is not included.
