2 Best Shopping in Innsbruck, Tirol, and Vorarlberg, Austria

For sheer holiday delight, nothing tops the traditional Christmas markets, which features wooden and glass handicrafts, Christmas-tree decorations, candles, and Tyrolean toys and loden costumes. There are half a dozen different markets around Innsbruck and its environs, but the highlight is the one in the heart of the Old Town. Here, market stalls are set up around the giant, illuminated Christmas tree next to the Goldenes Dachl. The markets are open from mid-November until 6 January.

Make this your first stop for high-quality souvenirs. The extremely attractive shop carries textiles and finished clothing, ceramics, carved wooden chests, and some furniture, but don't expect a bargain. You can also have clothing made to order.