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Swarovski Kristallwelten

Daily from 9:00 to 19:00, last entry 18:00, online ticket shop.

Plan your visit now! We offer most of the tickets in our online ticket shop.

We recommend to  purchase your  tickets  online to avoid queueing at the cash desks.

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Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Swarovski Crystal Worlds

Swarovski Crystal Worlds , nestled in the heart of Austria's stunning Tyrolean Alps, is a testament to the craftsmanship of Swarovski, a brand known worldwide. The attraction has many highlights inside, such as the Chambers of Wonder, where crystal art installations narrate immersive stories, the Crystal Cloud and the Mirror Pool. Use this guide to plan your visit to the Austrian wonder, from timings, how to reach there, facilities and more.

Visitor Information At A Glance

• What are the Swarovski Crystal Worlds timings? Swarovski Crystal Worlds is open daily from 9 AM to 7 PM.
• Where is the Swarovski Crystal Worlds located? Swarovski Crystal Worlds is located at Kristallweltenstraße 1, 6112 Wattens, Austria.
• How many visitors does the Swarovski Crystal Worlds see every year? Swarovski Crystal Worlds sees over 600,000 visitors yearly.
• Does Swarovski Crystal Worlds have parking facilities? Swarovski Crystal Worlds has parking facilities.
• What is the best time to visit the Swarovski Crystal Worlds? You can visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds anytime, but early mornings are the best due to fewer crowds.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds Timings

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is open throughout the year, and the timings stay the same. However, the timings for the sub-attractions may vary.

General Opening Hours - 9 AM to 7 PM (Daily)

Last Entry: 6 PM

Duration of Visit: Swarovski Crystal Worlds is a massive attraction with several highlights. You need between 1-4 hours to properly explore the place.

Best Time To Visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds

Weekend vs Weekday

Weekdays are better to visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds. Fewer tourists and locals are around on weekdays, allowing you to explore the attraction comfortably. Weekends see more visitors as locals and people from nearby cities come to visit the attraction. It can become crowded, affecting your experience.

Best Time in the Year

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is an excellent attraction to visit throughout the year. Summer is a better time if you want to catch the Summer Festival program and participate in open-air yoga classes, movie screenings, and other events. Late January to early February is also great as the garden is illuminated with lights.

Best Time in the Day

Early mornings are the best to explore Swarovski Crystal Worlds due to fewer crowds. Visitors start coming in post-noon, making it difficult to see the various highlights of the attraction at your convenience. Alternatively, you can visit around lunch to beat the rush.

Where Is Swarovski Crystal Worlds Located?

Address - Kristallweltenstraße 1, 6112 Wattens, Austria.

Find on Maps

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is 20 kilometres east of Innsbruck in the town of Wattens in the Austrian Tyrol. Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Alpine landscape, the crystal wonderland sits on the grounds of Swarovski's headquarters.

Closest landmark - Freilichtmuseum Himmelreich (4.7 km)

Getting To Swarovski Crystal Worlds

By Public Transport

• By Shuttle Bus: Shuttle buses are an option to reach Swarovski Crystal Worlds. You can take the Swarovski Kristallwelten Shuttle available five times daily from Innsbruck to Swarovski Crystal Worlds and back.
• By Train: You can take a train to reach Wattens/Fritzens train station, the closest station to Swarovski Crystal Worlds. Thereafter, take the RegioFlink shuttle service from Verkehrsverbund Tirol to reach the attraction.
• By Bus: Bus numbers 4123, 4125, 8330, and 8380 will take you to there. Bus stop Wattens Kristallwelten/B171 is a 2-min walk to the attraction.

Driving to Swarovski Crystal Worlds is an option as the roads are scenic and traffic is less. You can travel via Innstraße, Innsbruck, and reach the destination within five minutes. Swarovski Crystal Worlds offers parking facilities free of cost. Following are a few parking facilities near the attraction:

• Tiefgarage Am Kirchplatz, which is seven minutes from the Swarovski Crystal Worlds.
• Bus Parking Swarovski Kristallwelten, which is five minutes away.
• Parkplatz Kristallwelten, which is five minutes away.

How To Skip Lines at Swarovski Crystal Worlds?

• Visit before noon - Swarovski Crystal Worlds is less crowded in the morning and before noon. It is the best way to skip lines and enter the attraction.
• Book your tickets online - Online tickets offer skip-the-line access to Swarovski Crystal Worlds. You can directly enter the attraction without waiting in line.
• Choose the All Access Experience - The All Access Experience ticket to Swarovski Crystal Worlds comes with guided tours and skip-the-line access.

Know Before You Visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds

• Daniels Kristallwelten - An excellent restaurant to enjoy international, regional, Tyrolean, and above all seasonal cuisine. (400 m)
• Bistrobus von Künstler Erwin Wurm - Enjoy delicious fast food near Swarovski Crystal Worlds. (250 m)
• Thai2Go - Enjoy amazing Thai food and quick dishes. (57 m)
• Die Smokerei - Die Smokerei is a small but fantastic restaurant serving vegetarian food. (950 m)

• Budget stays Hotel Speckbacherhof in Innsbruck Umgebung - Restaurant (10.8 km) Seminarräume & Hochzeitslocation Hämmermoosalm (9.5 km) Hotel Sun Valley (62 km)
• Comfort stays Hotel Garni Regina (9.2 km) Hotel Plankenhof (7.7 km) Hotel Rettenberg (3.9 km)
• Luxury stays Goldener Adler (600 m) Hotel Geisler Tulfes (16.1 km) Hotel dasMEI**** (22.5 km)

• Photography is prohibited inside the exhibition areas.
• Avoid touching the exhibits or handling the crystals. They’re sensitive and may break.
• Designated paths are laid out. Follow them and stay within the marked areas.
• Ensure the children in your group are supervised and not left alone.
• Silence your mobile phones and refrain from making noise to maintain a peaceful environment.
• Eating and drinking are allowed only in designated areas.

• Labyrinth - Wattens' Labyrinth offers amazing pathways, puzzles, and captivating sculptures, enticing visitors with its charm.
• Absamer Matschgerer - Absamer Matschgerer in Wattens features impressive sculptures celebrating Tyrolean culture.
• Hafelekar - TOP OF INNSBRUCK - 2.334m - Hafelekar, at 2,334m, offers stellar alpine vistas, hiking trails, and an unforgettable mountain experience.
• Hungerburg Innsbruck - Hungerburg Innsbruck boasts modern architecture, a funicular ride, panoramic views, and a gateway to the impressive Nordkette mountain range.
• Nordkette Cable Car - Nordkette Cable Car offers a thrilling ascent, connecting Innsbruck to the stunning Nordkette range.

• Take time to explore Swarovski Crystal Worlds. Ensure you have between 2-4 hours to properly check out the attraction.
• The attraction offers free Wi-Fi to help you stay connected with your close ones.
• Visit the museum's website to participate in special events and exhibitions.
• Don't miss the outdoor garden, especially in winter, as it offers a serene and picturesque setting.
• Ensure you visit the playground and workshop with children for a fun and interactive experience.
• Dine at the Swarovski Crystal Worlds restaurant Daniels Kristallwelten for a lip-smacking meal with your family and friends.
• Dress according to the weather. Winter is a chilly time in Wattens.
• Book your tickets online, as they come with attractive deals and discounts.

Book Your Swarovski Crystal Worlds Tickets

All your questions about visiting swarovski crystal worlds answered.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is 20 kilometers east of Innsbruck in the town of Wattens in the Austrian Tyrol.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is open daily from 9 AM to 7 PM.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is spread across 18 acres.

You need between 2-4 hours to explore Swarovski Crystal Worlds .

Summer and early January to February is the best time to visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds .

You can reach Swarovski Crystal Worlds by bus and train.

You can reach Swarovski Crystal Worlds via Innstraße, Innsbruck, and reach within five minutes.

Yes. Swarovski Crystal Worlds is worth visiting because it introduces you to a magical crystal world.

No. There is no age limit to visit the Swarovski Crystal Worlds . However, minors must be accompanied by their guardians.

Yes. Swarovski Crystal Worlds offers wheelchairs for visitors.

Yes. Free parking is available at Swarovski Crystal Worlds .

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Austria travel blog, swarovski crystal worlds austria: get ready to be dazzled, marvel at the wonder of the world-famous crystals.

The Swarovski Crystal Worlds or Kristallwelten near Innsbruck in Austria is unlike any other tourist attraction in the world. Imagine an underground tour or magical chambers filled with differently themed crystal artwork underneath a fairytale landscape in an Alpine setting. That is what you can expect on a visit to the Crystal Worlds in Wattens.

To find the Swarovski Crystal Worlds (Kristallwelten) at our front door was one of the biggest surprises when we arrived in Innsbruck . I never knew Swarovski crystals came from Austria, never mind the village of Wattens in Tyrol . My guess was always Eastern Europe.

Given the fact that  Daniel Swarovski , the glass cutter who founded the company in 1895, was born in what is now the Czech Republic, I suppose I wasn’t entirely wrong.

We´ve been to the Swarovski Crystal Worlds countless times at different times of the year, and they always manage to surprise us with something new. That is why we will keep on going back.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds Basics

Now available – online tickets.

It´s now possible to conveniently buy your tickets online to avoid queueing on the day of your visit and spend more time marvelling at what´s inside the Swarovski Crystal Worlds.

Chambers of Wonder

To me, the Swarovski Kristallwelten is about marvelling at what a bunch of highly creative people did with millions of dashing crystals.

The main attraction is the chambers of wonder in the belly of the Giant , a creation of André Heller. The Giant supposedly watches over his treasures – which are hidden beneath the earth – after collecting them on a world journey.

Each chamber of wonder was created by a renowned artist, designer, or architect to show off the brilliance of Swarovski crystals. The 18th chamber of wonder, the light installation Umbra by James Turrell, was opened in April 2022.

In 2021, a chamber of wonder called the Art of Performance , featuring iconic outfits worn by famous actors and musicians on screen and the stage, are exhibited against a dazzling backdrop of Swarovski crystals.

Original outfits worn by Elton John and Cher are exhibited alongside recreations of Marlene Dietrich’s 1932 Blonde Venus outfit, which marks the first time Swarovski appeared on the big screen.

You´ll also get to see Marilyn Monroe’s “Birthday Dress” that wowed not only John F. Kennedy but the world at the president’s legendary birthday dinner. More impressive is Katy Perry’s Moschino Chandelier gown that she wore to the 2019 Met Ball. Other notable items on display include Björk’s Foraeva dress and pieces by Lady Gaga and Beyoncé.

And if you want to experience snow all year round, all you have to do is stand around the Silent Light crystal tree created by the Dutch designer Tord Boontje. It is cloaked in ice-cold snow by TechnoAlpin in a chamber of wonder where the temperature can fall to as low as -10° C. 

Kristallwelten Garden Highlights

After leaving the belly of the giant, there is a vast park area to explore. My highlight is the Crystal Cloud floating above a black mirror pool. The “clouds” are covered in 800,000 hand-mounted Swarovski Crystals.

When he was younger, M loved the four-story play tower for kids. He also likes running around in the labyrinth. The latter, in the shape of a hand, is another design by André Heller.

Next to the labyrinth, a black-and-white carousel by Spanish designer Jaime Hayon stands in contrasts with the surrounding greenery of the garden. The monochrome design incorporates 15 million Swarovski crystals across 12 ceiling panels and 16 wall panels. There is no additional cost to ride the carousel.

Recently, the excavations of Roman walls which were discovered while doing improvements in 2014 have also been opened to the public. They offer an important window on the history of the area. Apart from the walls, a cache of 702 Roman silver coins was found in what is thought to have been a small village along a main Roman thoroughfare.

Seasonal Surprises

To keep things interesting, in addition to the permanent exhibitions, a variety of events for young and old are held at the Kristallwelten throughout the year.

For example, the Circus Theater Roncalli have been providing summer entertainment for a number of years. They turn the gardens into a circus ring with 16 shows daily that are included in the regular entrance fee.

From November to February, the park surrounding the giant is transformed into a winter wonderland. Luminous animal figures by Tord Boontje and a 13-metre-high Christmas tree are just some of the elements that brighten up cold days.

Crystal Worlds Shop

I guess the highlight for shopaholics would be the Swarovski Crystal Worlds shop, which is home to one of the world’s largest collections of Swarovski products. It is a unique opportunity to buy items that are exclusively available in Wattens and Austria.

And when you´re done shopping, there is a Crystal Bar in the store where you can buy snacks or drinks from 10:00 to 16:00 daily.

Tips for Visiting Swarovski Crystal Worlds

• You can visit the Swarovski Kristallwelten Store and Daniels Kristallwelten Café and Restaurant without having to buy a ticket for the Swarovski Crystal Worlds.
• Check out the events programme at Swarovski Crystal Worlds before you visit to ensure you don´t miss out on something special like a circus performance or a light show.
• Swarovski Crystal Worlds and the shuttle bus from Innsbruck are included in the Innsbruck Card .
• If you don’t have enough time to visit the Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens (or maybe your partner doesn’t understand the fuss about crystals ?) you can also pop into the Swarovski Kristallwelten Store Innsbruck. It’s near the Golden Roof in Herzog-Friedrich-Straße in the Innsbruck old town (very close to the McDonald’s).
• Locals or tourists who plan to visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds regularly can buy an annual card @ €60 for adults and €25 for children from 6 to 17 years.
• The Freizeitticket Tirol , which is available to residents of Tyrol, includes 3 free entrances to Swarovski Kristallwelten per year.
• If you´re hungry for something more than a snack at the Crystal Bar, Daniels Kristallwelten is the onsite restaurant and café in the Swarovski Crystal Worlds. They serve international and Tyrolean dishes with a focus on seasonal cuisine. The in-house patisserie also bakes delicious cakes, macarons, muffins or cupcakes.

Getting to Swarovski Crystal Worlds

• Own transport – The address to enter in your GPS/navigation app is Kristallweltenstraße 1, 6112 Wattens, Austria. There is plenty of free parking for cars and buses outside Swarovski Crystal Worlds.
• Shuttle Bus – The Swarovski Crystal Worlds shuttle bus travels between Innsbruck and Swarovski Kristallwelten four times daily. It departs at the Innsbruck main station (Hauptbahnhof) and makes one more stop at the Innsbruck Congress/Hofburg before travelling straight to Swarovski Crystal Worlds. Return tickets cost €10 and a one-way ticket is €6. Children up to 17 years travel free when in the company of an adult. Find the up-to-date timetable here .
• Other public transport – It´s also possible to take a regular bus or train to the Swarovski Crystal Worlds. From the Wattens/Fritzens train station, a RegioFlink shuttle bus can be booked to take you to the Crystal Worlds if you don´t want to walk. Bus 4125 also travels directly between the Innsbruck main train station and the Kristallwelten.

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I had no idea this place existed, that’s really unusual.

This would be a must see for me when I get the the area. I adore the giant guarding the crystals, so unique… and I’m sure I could find some type of souvenir in the shop! Great tip on using the Innsbruck Card

Wow! This is incredible! Who knew Swarovski had such an interesting attraction. I loved Innsbruck when I was there but never knew this was nearby. Have to go back!

This place looks amazing! Thanks for sharing the info around the cost so we can plan accordingly. That is kind of a steep price. How long did you guys stay in there? Do they have food options in the place too? That’s great that they allow you to bring in your own picnic basket with outside food though.

I always wanted to go here. It’s really fascinating! I liked the photos a lot. Thanks for the post 🙂

I had Swarovski crystals decorate the tables at our wedding, so have always been a little bit in love with them! The Crystal Cloud area of the park really appealed to me. I imagine it’d be quite wondrous with the sunlight shining through them!

I had no idea they were made there either and I love them! It looks super cool….my daughter would love this

Seems like an interesting place for both children and adults. And the family ticket was really a good deal!

Loved Swarovski museum and still quite surprise how little people know about it when visiting Austria! Definitely something entertaining for both adults and kids alike.

Wow it must be so wonderful to be surrounded with all those crystals. Loved this virtual Tour

I had no idea they came from Austria either, but I guess I never really thought about it. That’s pretty cool! I actually may be visiting Innsbruck never summer so I’ll have to check it out!

What a crazy cool place! My kids would be so into this. They love art museums and this is like the ultimate!

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Visiting Swarovski Crystal World – Innsbruck, Austria

Blingtastic Swarovski crystals, a light exhibition, intriguing modern art and stunning gardens,  Swarovski Kristallwelten (Swarovski Crystal Worlds) is one of the top places to visit near Innsbruck! 

Innsbruck was the final stop on my whirlwind trip around Austria. After visiting Graz and Salzburg , I wondered what this city shrouded by snow-capped mountains would have to offer. I knew it as a winter destination, with several ski resorts just a short journey from the city centre, but what about in the warmer months?

After a day of sightseeing, checking out the colourful houses lining the River Inn, walking along Maria Theresien Street and catching a cable car up Nordkette, I had four hours free. You guys told me to visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds (Swarovski Kristallwelten) and I listened!

I’ll admit I had a few preconceptions before my visit. I’ve never been a huge Swarovski fan. I like jewellery, but nothing hugely blingy. I worried this Swarovski museum might be a tourist attraction with the principal aim to push gift shop purchases. Surprisingly, it wasn’t, and actually, it was really rather magical!

Visiting Swarovski Kristallwelten in Austria

I’ll add one thing here. A lot of visitors rushed through in tours, didn’t read any of the information on the screens, and probably just saw a pretty light or exhibit, snapped a photo, and moved on. I decided to take my time. I also took a tripod.

Photography is really important to me, and as I was travelling solo I really wanted to capture some great shots of me exploring the magic. It turned out to be a lifesaver… as most of the exhibition is in the dark, slow shutter speed is required, and hand held shots would have suffered by losing their crispness.

There are 16 rooms in Swarovski’s Chambers of Wonder , each designed by great artists from around the world. Having visited several modern art museums, I’d compare this experience as being closer to that rather than a touristy theme park (which was what I worried it could be!)

Without giving too much away, here are a few highlights from my morning at Swarovski Crystal Worlds… and scroll down to find out useful info including ticket prices and the shuttle bus.

The Swarovski Giant

The entrance to Swarovski Kristallwelten features an impressive giant! He’s pretty imposing, with a waterfall cascading from his mouth. It was designed by multimedia artist André Heller to celebrate Swarovski’s hundredth anniversary in 1995. You can see the Swarovski factory close by too.

Serious Bling

Say hello to the largest hand cut crystal in the world! Me: How much is it worth? Staff: It’s priceless Me: *puts credit card away*

The Crystal Dome

The crystal dome made up of 595 mirrors was one of my favourite rooms. It was pure magic. Everything reflected, the colours kept changing, and when I had it all to myself I felt like I’d been enclosed in my very own crystal! Needless to say, a lot of photos followed.

Another of my favourites, this room starts with a waterfall and then opens out into a magical scene of lights, poles (to symbolise trees) and mirrors. The reflections are mesmerising, and while it’s a small space, the fantastical forest feels vast. It’s a room made for photography too!

Reflections

This room was quite eerie, with enchanting music and constantly changing colours and lights.A dorning each of the 48 blocks made from crystal were key moments from history. It wiggled around corners and certainly left an impression!

Crystal Forest

The final room, Crystal Forest contains a large illuminated ball made of 10,000 crystals, and strands of light stretching the length of the room. I read that it represented a sea monster, and all the elements… but as with all modern art, everyone comes to their own conclusions… so hello giant tassel!

Cinderella’s Slipper

The final room contained some famous items from Swarovski’s history, with my favourite being Cinderella’s slipper (from the 2015 film). Cut from a crystal, it glinted and shone in the light! I wonder if it’d fit my foot? Size 5?

Crystal Clouds

I made sure I had time to check out the outside areas too. There are beautiful gardens with a maze, kids play area and even a waterfall. My favourite outdoor feature were the crystal clouds, which stood tall over a pool of water. Cue magical reflections as the crystals caught the sunlight!

One of the most incredible things about Swarovski Kristallwelten is its location in between snow-capped mountains in the town of Wattens near Innsbruck. It really does provide a stunning backdrop.

Useful Info For Visiting Swarovski Kristallwelten (Swarovski Crystal Worlds)

Swarovski Kristallwelten Price (as of May 2017): Adults: EUR 23.00 Children: EUR 7.00 aged 6-17 years. Free entry for under 5s. Entry is included in the Innsbruck Card .

There’s a shuttle bus that runs from Innsbruck city centre and back every few hours. A return ticket is inexpensive, but if you have the Innsbruck Card it’s included. Parking is available on site, free of charge.

Unsurprisingly, there’s a huge gift shop at the end. It’s tax free, so you might pick up some bargains!

There’s a café located just after the gift shop, which serves coffee, cake and alcoholic drinks.

Swarovski Kristallwelten address:  Kristallweltenstraße 1, 6112 Wattens, Austria.

I was invited to #UncoverAustria by the Austrian National Tourist Organisation . As always, opinions are my own.

Chloe Gunning

With a passion for food, fun and adventure, Chloe is the content creator behind one of the UK's top travel blogs Wanderlust Chloe. From volcano boarding in Nicaragua, to sailing around Sicily and eating her way around Japan, her travels have taken her to some of the coolest spots on the planet. Named Travel Influencer of the Year in 2022, Chloe regularly works with a number of tourism boards, producing inspirational travel content across multiple platforms. Find out more about Chloe here.

16 thoughts on “Visiting Swarovski Crystal World – Innsbruck, Austria”

Wow so stunning, I love your captures! Such a fascinating place 😀 xx

elizabeth ♡ ”Ice Cream” whispers Clara (lets follow each other on bloglovin or instagram )

Thank you Elizabeth! I loved it there – so magical!

It looks quite magical!

All the sparkles!

Thank you very much for this wonderful and sparkling article Chloe! If you are visiting Austria again in the future, please contact us, we would be glad to welcome you again! Best, Theresa, Social Media Team

Ahhh thank you so much for commenting. I’m really glad you liked it. I really enjoyed visiting 🙂

we visited a couple of years ago but unfortunately we could not get into the gift shop without paying to visit. As we were not interested in the ‘World’ €38 seemed rather expensive to enter a probably expensive shop.

The cafe was pleasant and reasonably priced however.

Thanks for your comment John. I can see it would be disappointing if you just went for the gift shop! But you’d miss a lot by not seeing the whole art display in the World.

Glad to know we can bring a tripod! Planning on visiting tomorrow!

Oh yay – have a great time!

Are the crystals cheaper, same or more expensive than in the United States?

Hi Colleen, I’m not too sure right now, so you’ll need to contact them directly to check!

Not even sure how I ended up on your page but wow am I glad I did!! Holy cow is that place fantastic!!! I wish I could go there but alas I will just have to live it through your photos. I will be further researching to see if I can find some videos as well. If anyone thinks Disney is magical….they haven’t seen this place LOL.

Thanks Kellie – amazing place isn’t it! I thought it was magical too!

Was just looking for info on the Swarovski palace and loved reading your article! Was very helpful for my daughter and I to get a sense of things as we plan our week around Garmisch this summer.

That’s lovely to hear! Have a great time.

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Innsbruck and “Swarovski Crystal World” Tour from SALZBURG

Innsbruck City Center

From City Center The Bergisel View

Innsbruck Altstadt

Innsbruck River Side

Swarovski Museum

Swarovski Crystal Clowds

Swarovski Crystal Forest

Swarovski Crystals

Swarovski Face

Swarovski Shop Entrance

Swarovski Crystal Magic

Description

Haute Couture and the world of fashion have become unthinkable without the famous Swarovski Crystals. People of all around the world are passionate collectors of the extraordinary creations and more than 700,000 guests per year visit the magic Swarovski Crystal World and are carried away into a world of fiction. Combined with Innsbruck, the “Capital of the Alps” and scene of two Winter Olympics this day trip is full of great impressions all-year-round.

Important Info

Swarovski Kristallwelten open all year round.

Inclusions:

• Free Salzburg city/hotel pick-up & drop-off
• Luxury minivan/Limousine
• Knowledgeable chauffeur guides
• Tour flexibility upon request

Exclusions:

• Food and drinks
• Entrance fees where applicable
• Tips for guide ( up to you)

Tour schedule & availability

Important Info a) Additional hours if possible upon request. Extra hours Euro 95,00/h b) Some of the tours cross the border Austria/Germany. Please take the passport with you, it could be checked. c) Please inform us in case you want to take a baby with you (necessary for the proper child seat).

INNSBRUCK AND SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL WORLD

A water-spouting giant, a maze, a golden roof ….

We start from Salzburg and take a picturesque way over Bavaria (Germany) to Tyrol. We will pass the impressive mountain range Kaisergebirge, the lovely city Kufstein until we reach the first highlight in Wattens, the

Swarovski Crystal World

A water-spouting Giant welcomes and lures you into an interior full of surprises, magic, light and wonders. It is fascinating for the young and the young at heart as well as for all who love crystals in most elaborate form.

Being at Swarovski Crystal World is an event: Crystal works of art by well-known artists. 500 Crystals cover the dome and reflect light in all facets accentuated with music. The Crystaloscope is the biggest kaleidoscope in the world and carries one off to the harmonizing power of crystals. In the Crystal Theater ones own fantasies take centre stage. You can have a look onto the giant’s belongings and marvel at an aria performed by the extraordinary soprano Jessye Norman and captured by Andre Heller in film before you enter the World of Wonders and the Crystal Forest.

Even the Crystal Stage is much more than a store. Newly designed in 2007 it is the biggest Swarovski shop in the world with a unique selection imbedded in a fiction starting at night with a starry sky and guiding you through dawn and sunrise into a dome of altering daylight.

Finally the Giant’s garden awaits you with a maze, an alpine garden and extraordinary objects, insights and outlooks.

From Wattens we head for Innsbruck. Before entering the city you already can see one of the monuments, the New Berg Isel Ski Jump, venue of the Olympic Ski jumping competitions and the annual Four Hills Tournament in January. The star architect Zaha Hadid designed the spectacular New Ski Jump (2002; the first ski jump was erected in 1925). But the site is also a historic one as Berg Isel was a battlefield in the Tyrolian War of Independence in 1809.

Innsbruck City The “Capital of the Alps” is a beautiful old town surrounded by the high mountains of the southern Alps. In olden days it was the seat of the Tyrolean sovereigns and thus bestows to us a lot of impressive buildings and a charming townscape. Because of that and worldwide known as scene of the Winter Olympics in 1964 and 1976 in present days it is a much sought-after tourist destination throughout the year. On this tour we will take you to the very centre of the city where you can stroll around on your own and discover Innsbruck’s attractions, e.g. the world famous Golden Roof, St. Anna’s Column, the Imperial Palace and Gardens, the Court Church (with the most prominent tomb memorial for an emperor in Europe), the St. Jakob’s Cathedral, the “Golden Eagle”-Inn, the Helbling-House, the Ottoburg, Ambras Palace and Gardens and much more.

An option is also to visit the Grassmayr Bell Foundry. 400 years of experience make this company famous and Grassmayr Bells can be heard in more than 100 countries all over the world. The Bell Museum shows in a unique way the history and the art of bell foundry combined with a sound room. Many guests consider it to be a great experience which shouldn’t be missed.

On the way back to Salzburg we chose a route partly along the river Inn via Rosenheim and the lake Chiemsee (see also the Tour Lake Chiemsee and Palaces).

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Silver Mine + Glass Carvings + Swarovski Crystal World From Innsbruck

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On this full day private combination tour from Innsbruck you will learn the real wealth of Tyrol.It begins with the Swarovsky Crystal World, further to Silver Mine at Schwaz and the traditional Glass Blowing Village of Rattenberg. These three traditional local industries are all in the Inn valley surrounded by Tyrolean Alps.

Inclusions:

• Free Innsbruck city/hotel pick up & drop off
• Friendly and knowledgeable chauffeur guide
• Tour flexibility up on your request

Exclusions:

• Food and drinks
• Entrance fees where applicable
• Tips for guide (up to you)

Swarovski Crystal Worlds

Haute Couture and the world of fashion have become unthinkable without the famous Swarovski Crystals. All around the world there are passionate collectors of the extraordinary Swarovski creations.

A water-spouting  Giant  welcomes and lures you into an interior full of light and wonders, magic and surprises. It is fascinating for the young and the young at heart as well as for all who love crystals in elaborate form. Being at  Swarovski Crystal Worlds is an event: The Giant and the 16 Chambers of Wonder, the Garden, Crystal Clouds, the Play tower, Playground and Maze . Extraordinary objects, insights and outlooks admiring the beautiful Crystal works in the showroom.

Schwaz Silver Mine

The Schwaz Silver Mine dates from medieval times, so you can experience the life of a medieval Silver miner. The silver mine tour lasts about 90 minutes and inside the mines a constant temperature approx.10 Degrees Celsius. There is also a silver shop which offers many souvenirs, minerals and jewelry. It is a place for silver lovers.

Glass Carvings

Rattenberg is a cute little village fronting the river Inn with its castle ruins, and at many of the shops you can see the craftsmen at work blowing, cutting, engraving and painting the mouth-blown glass. Here you will get an experience of the mystery behind the traditional high-quality fine artistic glass directly from the red-hot burners. These decorative items are paradise for crystal glass lowers.

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a) Additional hours on request, when possible each extra hour cost Euro 90/- b) Some of tours need to cross over the country border, in case of border control we recommend you to carry passport. c) Please inform us in case you want to take baby with you, we will try to arrange a suitable baby seat.

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Innsbruck, drive+walk to the Highlights + Swarovski, local guide

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• 1 Altstadt von Innsbruck Stop: 60 minutes See details
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• egteller 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fun walking tour in Innsbruck! Alex was very knowledgeable and hit the highlights of Innsbruck well! He was also very pleasant during the tour! He was also very flexible with timing broaden came to Innsbruck by train. Read more Written February 29, 2024
• louisetH5832SL 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great experience and value for money Fabulous place to eat and drink, spectacular views, very enjoyable and good value for money. Definitely worth a visit when in Innsbruck Read more Written February 24, 2024
• normanp311 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful place to visit. We toured the township of Innsbruck and with a tour group of only 11. Getting there we travelled the country roads, through the Tyrol district. The views were amazing. Mountains; villages; rolling hills; pristine rivers. Cold and a little cloudy but still fine for sightseeing. We spent our time mainly in the ‘old city’ part of Innsbruck (it has hosted 2x Winter Olympics); and is a popular ski resort destination. Totally unexpected, we came across a formal installation of the new district flag - with traditional uniforms; musicians; flower maidens; riflemen - all being very offical. Pretty cool. Read more Written November 3, 2023
• Road34775499606 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Responsive, flexible and knowledgeable As a Travel Advisor with 30+ years experience, I found Alexander to be a responsive and flexible guide, he did a city orientation tour of Innsbruck for my clients, as well as a full day trip visiting the Kings Castles which was customized to their specific interests. This rating covers both my side of finding him easy to work with, and their side of reporting back an enjoyable experience! Read more Written September 28, 2023
• Q4198GNmaryc 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful Mountain Views The vernacular train and cable cars are a special treat. At the top of the Tyrol Alps one can see several countries on a clear day. Love this place. Read more Written July 25, 2023
• Escape593924 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best Tour in Innsbruck!! Absolutely amazing tour!’ The tour guide had extensive knowledge of the history and so many other interesting facts. He only does small groups and is so attentive and answered all of our questions. We learned so much about beautiful Innsbruck and other areas to visit during our stay. Absolutely recommend doing this tour!! Read more Written June 25, 2023
• Eng Soon L 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Fanciful Innsbruck Beautiful town but very fantastic old buildings, clean, nice people who lives over there but lesser choices for foods. Read more Written November 1, 2022
• U6110OEpatriciab 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Thank you Alex Alex made Innsbruck even more beautiful and interesting for us. He has a huge fund of information and history, and it felt like he tailored the tour to our particular interests. He was also great at suggestions for places he had figured out we would enjoy. We would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to make the most of their time in Innsbruck. It made so much difference to understand the history of Innsbruck and Tyrol. Read more Written October 24, 2022
• P8201EVsusanb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful Not a tour, but using Rick Steves guidebook. My sister and I had a wonderful time. We enoyed the views everwhere. Absolutely, would go again and stay longer! Read more Written October 21, 2022
• periandro 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Breathtaking views The Bergisel is a hill in Innsbruck; it's a nice beauty spot from where fantastic views can be contemplated. There is a huge ramp for holding ski jumping competitions. The ramp was designed by the architect Zaha Hadid and was inaugurated in 2003 to replace a smaller one which didn't meet the new ski jumping requisite requirements. The ski resort lies in an exhilarating part of the city of Innsbruck. Four battles fought in 1809 between Tyrolean rebels under the command of the freedom fighter Andreas Hofer and the Bavarian troops took place in the Bergisel area. A monument dedicated to that hero erected to commemorate the battles stands on the spot. About that particular personage, on the other hand, two fantastic pictures are displayed in the Innsbruck Zeughaus Museum: a portrait by Jakob Placidus Altmuter and that one depicting Hofer's execution in Mantua. The Bergisel Ski Jump is an architectural masterpiece. Apart from the ramp, there is a large stadium, to wit, the Olympic Ice Stadium, as well as the Tivoli Stadium. Many sport events take place in that ice complex, it being one of the most important winter sport facilities in the world. The Olympic ski jump has already been held three times in Bergisel, namely in 1964, 1976 and 2012. In addition to the sport facilities concerned, there is a restaurant on the top of the architectural structure. That restaurant has a terrace from which one can enjoy a breathtaking view of Innsbruck and of the landscape on the other side of the terrace. In order to accede to the restaurant and terrace it's necessary to take a funicular-like elevator and then a lift up to the restaurant level. During the elevator trip one can start enjoying the every time more wonderful view. Once on the terrace the view is, as stated above, breathtaking. From there it's possible to see the splendid Wilten Basilica and the Wilten Abbey, as well as other fantastic buildings lying further in the city center, such as St. James's Cathedral, the Jesuit church, the Hoffburg, and in general most of the Innsbruck historical center. The visit to Bergisel and particularly the trip to the mentioned terrace is thus thus highly recommendable if only to have the possibility to contemplate such an enchanting sight. Read more Written July 5, 2022
• 986basheera 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Innsbruck the small city but the best experience Innsbruck is the most beautiful city in Austria surrounded by the Alps. it has much to experience like skiing places and having fun around. food is awesome and varied. Read more Written October 17, 2020
• G9771IMpeterh 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Absolutely beautiful What a gorgeously beautiful city, surrounded by the Alps, so fresh,clean and upmarket. This is the most iconic town I have ever visited. It's full of history and packed with restaurants and hotels Read more Written July 16, 2019
• JustinGrape 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles BEYOND ANY OF YOUR WILDEST DREAMS Alex wasn’t only the most helpful, caring, brilliant tour guide of all times, but also he was like family for us. He was full of positive energy and charming personality, and would light up any room he walked into. His knowledge and experience for every location we visited was astonishing. If I would go again to Europe, I would want none other than Alex to guide me. 11 out of 10!!! Read more Written July 8, 2019
• Melovechocolate 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Peter Heuritsch had so many interesting stories!!! Peter was by far one of the best tour guides we've ever had. He mentioned that he had to re-study European history for two years before being able to get a certification as a tour guide, and it showed. He was a wealth of information, and believe that what he taught us during the tour, our kids would never had learned in any American history class. Peter gave both historic facts/events as well as his family's perspective on life in Austria in the 20th century. Perhaps we enjoyed it because we love history and enjoy the details, if you love history, Peter is your guide! We loved him. Read more Written July 20, 2018
• ihf2014 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Christine was great A private group of 11 of us was fortunate enough to have Christine Bittner-Schott lead us for the day. She picked us up and dropped us off at the hotel. We already had a separate driver lined up. She gave us as requested a sound of music tour and Hallstatt tour. She was very informative, dressed in costume and very aware of our questions and needs. Enjoyed our day with her. Read more Written July 8, 2017

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