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Maria-Theresien-Strasse

Innsbruck's grand main street, with Baroque façades, St. Anne's Column and a mountain backdrop.

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Time needed
1 hour
Entry
Free
Best time
Evening
Area
City centre

The main street with shops, cafés and views of the mountains.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Maria-Theresien-Straße, 6020 Innsbruck

  • On foot: Runs from the Triumphal Arch to the old town.
  • Tram: Several trams stop along the street.
  • Shopping: Kaufhaus Tyrol and other shops line the street.

The story of Maria-Theresien-Strasse

Maria-Theresien-Strasse is named after Empress Maria Theresa. Lined with Baroque townhouses, it is Innsbruck's main shopping street.

St. Anne's Column in the middle commemorates the withdrawal of Bavarian troops in 1703, and at the southern end stands the Triumphal Arch of 1765. Looking north, the Nordkette mountains fill the end of the street.

Best time to visit

Best season

All year; December for Christmas lights.

Best time of day

Evening, when the street is lit.

Clear days

The best mountain views.

Tips before you go

  • Great for shopping and an evening stroll.
  • Photograph St. Anne's Column with the mountains behind.
  • Visit the rooftop café at the Rathaus Galerien for views.

Best hotels near Maria-Theresien-Strasse

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Adlers Hotel

Design hotel with a rooftop bar and mountain views.

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Hotel Innsbruck

Riverside hotel at the edge of the old town.

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Hotel Grauer Bär

Classic hotel near the old town.

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All hotels near Maria-Theresien-Strasse

What's around Maria-Theresien-Strasse

  • St. Anne's ColumnBaroque column.
  • Triumphal Arch1765 arch.
  • Golden Roof5 minutes away.
  • Rathaus GalerienShopping arcade with rooftop views.

Questions travellers ask

Is Maria-Theresien-Strasse pedestrian?

Mostly, yes.

What is St. Anne's Column?

A 1706 monument commemorating the end of a Bavarian invasion.

Is it good for shopping?

Yes, it is the main shopping street.

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