Swarovski Crystal Worlds

Swarovski Crystal Worlds

Attraction Introduction

　  Situated in the town of Wattens near Innsbruck, Swarovski Kristallwelten (Swarovski Crystal Worlds) is the world’s largest and most famous crystal museum, as well as the headquarters of the well-known crystal manufacturer Swarovski. It showcases the most comprehensive collection of crystals from around the globe, the most luxurious crystal walls, and the most beautiful crystal artworks. This multimedia light and sound experience was built in 1995 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Swarovski company and was designed by world-renowned media artist André Heller. It is acclaimed as a “fairy tale world in reality,” perfectly combining light and music. The entrance features the giant “Alpine” fountain, whose eyes emit a sparkling glow as a waterfall cascades from its mouth — one of the most captivating elements of the entire exhibition.

The entrance to Crystal Worlds is located on the shoulders of the fountain giant. The entrance hall houses the world’s largest existing crystal wall, standing 11 meters high and 42 meters wide, made from 12 tons of crystal stones. As you step into the hall, crystal artworks by masters from around the world are displayed everywhere, shining brilliantly in the dimly lit space. These include a massive black crystal cross, 3D-transforming crystals, crystal saddles, crystal rings, and more. Among them is the “Century Crystal,” the world’s largest faceted man-made crystal weighing 300,000 carats with 100 facets, and opposite it sits the world’s smallest faceted man-made crystal, meticulously crafted with only 8 mm in diameter and 17 facets.

Along the crystal wall, you can enter the interior of Crystal Worlds. The first exhibition hall, Planet of Crystals, features a dark sky filled with dazzling crystals, which is a clever combination of 3D projections and architectural elements. Next is the Crystal Dome, a massive silver sphere adorned with a variety of bizarre and colorful glass and crystal artworks. The next stop is the Crystal Kaleidoscope, where large triangular crystal pieces create the illusion of stepping into a gigantic kaleidoscope, with ambient sounds blending with ever-changing colors to produce an unbelievable magical effect.

Further inside, you’ll find the Crystal Theater with lifelike crystal sculptures, crystal calligraphy made from blue and green lights, the Crystal Corridor decorated with crystal patterns, Eno’s Meditation Room, the Giants’ Treasure Exhibition Hall (displaying fantasy items such as accordions, rings, and walking sticks used by imaginary giants), Floating Poetry (a never-ending poem continuously projected into the air), the Crystal Forest, the World Network Exhibition Hall, and the Virtual World.

After leaving the exhibition halls, you can also enjoy the landscape art: a giant grass maze built in the style of the Crystal Worlds designer André Heller, the Alpine Garden planted with rare local flowers and plants, and other artistic works.

During your visit, you can also relax at the “Moon Café” on the second floor. The café is decorated with paintings on the theme of the moon by world-famous artists, offering a serene and artistic atmosphere that contrasts with the sensory-stimulating and immersive experience of the Crystal Worlds. Next to the café is a crystal specialty shop where you can select authentic Swarovski crystal jewelry and souvenirs. (Non-EU citizens can claim a tax refund form for purchases over €75 and get a refund at customs when leaving the country.)

Contact Information:

Enquiry Phone: 0043--522--451080

Ticket Price:

Adults: €8; Groups of 10 or more: €7 (if shopping exceeds €8, €2 of the entrance fee will be refunded per person); Children under 12 and members of the Swarovski Collectors Society: free; Visitors who enter only the Crystal Worlds shop without visiting the “Wonder Chambers” are free but need to collect a free entry ticket from the ticket office.

Honors:

Opening Hours: 9:00–18:00; open until 16:00 on December 24 and December 31; closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day 　

 Innsbruck, Austria