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Innsbruck Austria

• City Information

Situated in between the German and the Italian border, on the western side of Austria, Innsbruck is Europe’s oldest and beautiful city in the state of Tyrol. Capital of its state, the city has got its own beauty with a true Alpine landscape and snowcapped mountains. Innsbruck twice became the home for the Winter Olympics and is also famous for its winter sports. Additionally, with its historic churches, monuments, museums, galleries and scenic atmosphere, Innsbruck has gained the reputation as being an impressive Austrian holiday destination.

• City Transport

Bus and tram are the main modes of public transportation. This city is covered by more than twenty lines of bus system and hence it becomes best option for travelling. In the bus system, few areas come under special zone called as ‘Kernzone’, which takes standard fares, and not as per distance covered. Tickets or passes are easily available at any terminals or transfer stations. Single trip tickets are available in the bus or tram. For tourists, a special Innsbruck Card allows free entry to all the public transports, museums, sights, attractions, and free trip on a Sightseer bus. Special discount is available on the tickets for entrance to attractions like Swarovski Crystal Worlds and mint tower in Hall. By using this card, it becomes easy to explore city through the special Sightseer or the Crystal Worlds Shuttle.

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