Ambras Castle
Innsbruck, Austria
A Renaissance castle on a hill above Innsbruck, home to a collection of curiosities and armour assembled by a Habsburg archduke. Wander the courtyards and park, and plan an hour or two for the rooms.
Schloss Ambras in Innsbruck is closely associated with Archduke Ferdinand II (1529 to 1595) and his wife Philippine Welser, the daughter of an Augsburg merchant. Because of the difference in social rank, the marriage initially had to be kept secret. Ferdinand II established a collection here that is regarded as the world's first museum. The Kunstkammer, or cabinet of art and curiosities, displayed crystals, silver, gold, glass and rare natural objects, along with armour, weapons and paintings. Today's highlights include the armouries, the Spanish Hall, Philippine Welser's bathroom and the Strasser glass collection. In the summer months a gallery of Habsburg portraits is also open.
Allow one to two hours for the rooms and leave time for the castle park. The castle stands on a hill on the edge of Innsbruck. Check how to get there and where to park before you set out.
- Nearest town
- Innsbruck, Austria
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 47.2625, 11.4337
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Austria: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t need a GO-Box for distance-based tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Nearby
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Campsites nearby
- Schwimmbad-Camping HallCampsite5 km from Ambras CastleTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Campingplatz JudensteinCampsite5 km from Ambras Castle · 32 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Sonnencamping StubaiCampsite13 km from Ambras CastleTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Alpencamping MarkCampsite17 km from Ambras CastleTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Karwendelcamp ScharnitzCampsite19 km from Ambras CastleTentsCaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camping StubaiCampsite19 km from Ambras CastleTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
All campsites in Austria · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Ambras Castle?
Ambras Castle is in Innsbruck, Austria, at GPS 47.2625, 11.4337. It is about 6 km from Hall in Tirol.
Can you camp near Ambras Castle?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Schwimmbad-Camping Hall, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 17 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Ambras Castle?
Places worth a stop nearby: Innsbruck Old Town (3 km), Mittenwald (24 km), Achensee (30 km) and Partnach Gorge (33 km).
When is the best time to visit Ambras Castle?
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)