Cable cars, mountains and the zoo
Rated 4.3 out of 5 by 70 GetYourGuide reviewers
Entry only to the Alpine Zoo, for visitors who will walk, take bus W or already have transport sorted. The zoo is a joy for families in any season; just remember the funicular is not included, so if you plan to ride up, the combi ticket is better value.
Starts inInnsbruck city centreAll year
The Alpine Zoo sits at 750 m on the slope below the Nordkette, above the rooftops of Innsbruck. You reach it on the Hungerburgbahn, which has its own zoo stop or by bus W from Marktplatz.
Inside, paths wind up and down the hillside past around 150 alpine species in natural enclosures, terrariums and aquariums: brown bears, wolves, lynx, elk, otters and birds of prey, plus nearly every fish species in the Alps. There are walk-in enclosures and aviaries where you get close to the animals.
The zoo works for conservation too. It takes part in several European breeding programmes and takes in injured wild animals. Two hours is about right; finish at the Animal Meal bistro, which has around 150 seats indoors and out.
The zoo is open every day: 09:00 to 18:00 from April to October and 09:00 to 17:00 from November to March.
In winter
Most animals stay active through the winter, and a quiet snowy morning is a lovely time to visit; marmots, reptiles and amphibians rest until spring. Open 09:00 to 17:00 every day, including Christmas holidays.
In summer
From March the birds court and build nests, and from April to June there are young ibex, chamois and deer, says the zoo. Open until 18:00 from April to October.
Book this if you are walking or taking the bus, or want to keep your plans open. If you are riding the funicular anyway, the zoo and Hungerburg combi covers both for a few euros more.
Checked against the GetYourGuide listing on 20 October 2026. Prices and options change: the calendar shows the current ones.
This is entry only. The funicular to the zoo stop is a separate ticket.
What to do. Take bus W from Marktplatz, or book the zoo and funicular combi instead.
The zoo is laid out on a hillside, and the listing flags it as unsuitable for people with back problems.
What to do. Wear comfortable shoes and take your time; the zoo offers special tours for visitors with disabilities.
Take the Hungerburgbahn from the station beside Congress Innsbruck to the Alpenzoo stop, or bus W from Marktplatz. Neither is included in this ticket.
Yes. Most animals are active all year; only the marmots, reptiles and amphibians rest in winter. It is open every day from 09:00 to 17:00.
Around 150 alpine species, including brown bears, wolves, lynx, elk, otters, birds of prey and almost every fish species in the Alps.
Yes, the Animal Meal bistro serves small meals and drinks, with around 150 seats inside and out.
Yes, entry is included in the Innsbruck Card, along with city buses.
GetYourGuide · 4.4/5 from 729 reviews
The classic family half day in Innsbruck: ride the Zaha Hadid funicular up from the old town, spend a couple of hours with wolves, bears and lynx at the Alpine Zoo, and carry on to the Hungerburg viewpoint before riding back.
Departs from Hungerburgbahn station beside Congress Innsbruck, Rennweg 3 · Valid for one day; allow 2.5 to 3 hours
GetYourGuide · 4.6/5 from 421 reviews
The best value full day above Innsbruck: the return ride to the Top of Innsbruck plus the Alpine Zoo, which sits on the same funicular line.
Departs from Hungerburgbahn station beside Congress Innsbruck, Rennweg 3 · Valid for one day; allow 5 to 6 hours for both
GetYourGuide · 4.7/5 from 576 reviews
The best-value way to see Innsbruck if you plan a full day or two of sightseeing: the Nordkette cable cars, Swarovski Crystal Worlds with its shuttle, the museums and all the city buses and trams on one card.
Departs from Innsbruck Information, Burggraben 3, at the entrance to the old town
Sources: getyourguide.com, alpenzoo.at, alpenzoo.at, alpenzoo.at, oebb.at. Checked October 2026. Photos: GetYourGuide.