Salzburg
Austria · 424 m
Description
Salzburg is the picturesque capital of the Austrian state of the same name and ranks among Europe's most beautiful cultural cities. It is world-famous as the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and for its Baroque Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Landmarks such as Hohensalzburg Fortress, Salzburg Cathedral, Getreidegasse with Mozart's Birthplace, and Mirabell Gardens define the city's historic character. Salzburg is also renowned for the prestigious Salzburg Festival, its vibrant music and arts scene, and its close association with the film “The Sound of Music”. Nestled between the Alps and the banks of the Salzach River, Salzburg combines magnificent architecture, centuries of history, and stunning natural surroundings, making it one of Austria's most popular travel destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June or September
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Hohensalzburg Fortress
- Salzburg Old Town
- Mirabell Palace & Gardens
- Mozart's Birthplace
- Mozart Residence
- Salzburg Cathedral
- Residenzplatz
- DomQuartier Salzburg
- Getreidegasse
- St. Peter's Abbey & Cemetery
- Nonnberg Abbey
- Salzburg Festival (July - August)
- Felsenreitschule
- Hellbrunn Palace & Trick Fountains
- Hellbrunn Zoo
- Sound of Music Tour
- Mönchsberg
- Kapuzinerberg
- Mönchsberg Lift
- Museum der Moderne Salzburg
- Haus der Natur
- Spielzeug Museum
- Salzburg Museum
- Makartsteg
- Linzergasse
- Alter Markt
- Universitätsplatz Green Market
- Salzach River Promenade
- Augustiner Bräu Mülln
- Stiegl Brewery
- Red Bull Hangar-7
- Untersberg Cable Car(Day trip)
- Salzkammergut(Day trip)
- Eagle's Nest(Day trip)
- Salzburg Christmas Markets (November - December)
Getting there
- Airports:
- SZG
- Train stations:
- Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Salzburg Gnigl, Salzburg Sam