Overview
Paper ticket
Visit beautiful Castle Ambras in Innsbruck, a Renaissance castle and palace located in the hills overlooking the city. Explore the picturesque Renaissance castle, one of Innsbruck’s most popular attractions, and also see the precious art collections and magnificent grounds with your entrance ticket.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under the age of 18 years are free of charge
The castle is open for visitors daily from 10am to 5pm
What To Expect
Schloss Ambras Innsbruck
Explore the wonderful world of the Renaissance and visit Castle Ambras (Schloss Ambras) in Innsbruck. Situated in the hills above Innsbruck and visible from afar, the castle is one of the provincial city's most popular attractions. Be amazed by the impressive jousting armor suits in the Armory Cabinets (Rüstkammer), glance at the artifacts in the Chamber of Art and Curiosities and see the bathing facilities used by Philippine Welser, which will give you an idea of the 'spa culture' in the 16th century. Admire the stunning Spanish Hall, one of the most beautiful Renaissance halls of its kind in the world, and see the famous Habsburg portrait gallery. Habsburg Archduke Ferdinand II ordered the redesign of the original fortress for his wife Philippine as well as the construction of another building to accommodate his valuable collections.
Options
Entrance Ticket to Castle Ambr
What‘s Included
Castle grounds
Art collection
Transportation to/from attractions
Food and drinks
Meeting points
Schloss Ambras Innsbruck
Schlossstrasse 20, Innsbruck Austria
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
76 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely worth visiting
enzoluigip,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful really not to be missed, the ticket costs 18 euros free up to 18 years with friendly and helpful staff there is the possibility of audio guide. The rooms are really nice and just as the gardens we were really happy, the only flaw is the paid parking with reduced spaces on the street. However I recommend everyone to visit it if passing through Innsbruck.
Audio tour very...
Brett H,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Audio tour very interesting. Great information. Staff in all areas were very nice and helpful. I’d recommend to anybody.
Excursion
Happiness02085228872,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super well maintained property with everything. Great story. Is definitely worth a visit, whether alone or in a group
NOT TO BE MISSED NEAR INNSBRUCK
EmmaMia18,Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ambras Castle in Innsbruck not to be missed and, in my opinion the most interesting visit than Innsbruck offers. Full ticket 18€ and up to 19 years free with audio guide highly recommended to immerse yourself in the history and magnificent collection of Archduke Ferdinand II who donated Castle and land to his wife Philippine Welser in order to guarantee him for life the status, since the morganatic marriage was secret precisely because she did not have noble rank. The ticket office with very kind staff who offered explanations also in excellent Italian from also the opportunity to buy souvenirs for souvenirs. The spectacular gardens with royal peacocks that run undisturbed in a fairytale setting. 💕
Castle exhibits better than expected
bjrussell7,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Much diversity in Castle’s exhibits. English explanations/details abundant. Intriguing Room of Curiosities and armour/jousting explanations. Spanish Hall beautiful (guest violinist practicing with local classical music orchestra when I visited… wonderful). 12-15 minute ride from Markt-Platz on bus M (free using city tourist card I got from my hostel).
To amass...
Fluffygourmet67,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful castle full of history and whose Renaissance style is flamboyant. First museum in the world (according to them...) following the passion of the owner for collections. And indeed they are beautiful and very interesting. We had a great time there. Suitable for both young and old. Recommended. If you take the tickets on the net you will have a discount and be careful there are not many places to park your car in case of crowds. Privilege the bus that stops in front.
Loved this castle museum!
Pam H,May 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The medieval armor for horses and humans was AMAZING! The renaissance hall and the other museum collections here were also well worth the visit. This museum was much better than I expected, truely a high quality museum and I’m so glad we made the visit.
A beautiful place to relax
enzor918,Apr 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The place is beautiful, with its gardens. It is a place where you can meet with friends to settle quietly during the day. Parking is 8 euros a day, and admission is not too expensive either. It is easy to spend two hours in the various buildings of the castle, with interesting and fascinating objects, including on knights and jousting. This is a must-see place in town, and the staff is very friendly. Some even speak French.
A must-do in Innsbruck
Geert v,Feb 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful castle with incredible collection of weapons and armor. The “ Wonder Room” was very varied and contained a wealth of beautiful unique curiosities.
Renaissance castle
steve20251,Feb 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You can get here in less than 20 minutes by bus. The castle consists of two parts: below there is a very impressive exhibition not only with armour, but also many of what has come to Austria through cultural contacts from other corners of the world. In the upper part, two floors are closed for renovation. Here are interesting examples of home decor, such as the bathroom and the stateroom. Nice park!
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