Salzburg

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Kapuzinerberg featuring heritage elements, a city and heritage architecture
Kapuzinerberg which includes forests and a city
Residenzplatz featuring heritage architecture, a castle and a fountain
Salzburg which includes railway items and interior views as well as an individual male
Salzburg which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Explore the medieval alleys, imposing castles and surrounding mountains of this picturesque Austrian city that gave the world Mozart and The Sound of Music.

Visit Salzburg to enjoy medieval architecture, music festivals and a sophisticated food scene. This scenic city sits on the banks of the Salzach River. Take a cruise on the water to get your bearings. Walk along the shores on the weekends to experience the Salzach Galleries (Salzachgalerien), a fabulous open-air market.

On the Salzach’s western bank is Salzburg’s Old Town (Altstadt), a World Heritage Site where building is strictly regulated in order to preserve the area’s original flavor. You’ll find many historic attractions, including the Salzburg Cathedral (Salzburger Dom) and Mozart Square (Mozartplatz). Overlooking the stately square of Residenzplatz, is the Residenz palace where the rulers of Salzburg lived in the 1500s. Visit this ornate building to see grand chambers and works by Rembrandt and other European masters. On the medieval street of Getreidegasse you can shop for high-end clothing and traditional souvenirs, and visit Mozart’s Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus).

Bordering the Old Town is the towering Mönchsberg mountain. Ride the cable railway to the top of the mountain to visit Hohensalzburg Fortress (Festung Hohensalzburg), among the largest and most impressive castles in Europe.

Cross to the eastern banks of the river to walk up Salzburg’s tallest city peak, Kapuzinerberg. You’ll be rewarded with panoramic city views that are especially grand at sunset.

Beyond the city, visit the Baroque villa of Hellbrunn Palace (Schloss Hellbrunn). It’s famed for beautiful gardens and whimsical Trick Fountains. Kids will love dodging the water shot from sculptures and hidden wall fountains.

Music plays a major part in Salzburg’s cultural scene. Hear the work of the city’s celebrated native son Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart during the Salzburg Festival (Salzburger Festspiele), held in summer. Take a guided tour around some of the locations used in one of the world’s most beloved musical movies, The Sound of Music. Any tour is sure to take you to Mirabell Palace (Schloss Mirabell), where there are impressive monuments and gardens.

Salzburg’s food scene is as diverse as its other attractions, with coffee houses, beer halls and award-winning restaurants. Sample homemade cakes and strudels at Café Tomaselli, Austria’s oldest café. Beer drinkers will enjoy a variety of traditional breweries, including the famous Augustiner Brewery.

Where to stay in Salzburg

Mirabell Palace featuring a garden, flowers and a city

City Centre Salzburg

4.5/5(418 area reviews)

City Centre Salzburg is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Linzer Gasse and Old City Hall.

City Centre Salzburg
Altstadt featuring a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture

Altstadt Salzburg

5/5(129 area reviews)

Preserving a rich urban fabric, the UNESCO-listed Historic Center boasts sites like Hohensalzburg Fortress and Mozart's birthplace. Stroll along Getreidegasse, a bustling narrow shopping street lined with high townhouses.

Altstadt Salzburg
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Neustadt

If you're spending some time in Neustadt, Mirabell Gardens and Linzer Gasse are top sights worth seeing.

Neustadt
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Elisabeth-Vorstadt

4/5(173 area reviews)

Historic sites, shopping, and restaurants are some highlights of Elisabeth-Vorstadt. You might stop by Mirabell Palace or Mirabell Gardens while you're in the area.

Elisabeth-Vorstadt
Salzburg featuring landscape views, tranquil scenes and a small town or village

Schallmoos

4/5(36 area reviews)

Get to know Schallmoos by checking out its shopping, restaurants, and historic sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Linzer Gasse or Mirabell Palace during your time in the area.

Schallmoos
Leopoldskron Palace showing heritage elements, a river or creek and bird life

Riedenburg

Unique features of Riedenburg include the shopping and historic sites. Make a stop by Stiegl's World of Brewing or Leopoldskron Swimming Pool while you're exploring the area.

Riedenburg
arte Hotel Salzburg
arte Hotel Salzburg
4 out of 5
Rainerstr. 28, Salzburg
The price is ¥21,341 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
¥21,341
¥24,690 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a nightclub, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (711 reviews)
Great Stay
"Perfect - no comments. The bar and the breakfast was also excellent!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

arte Hotel Salzburg
H+ Hotel Salzburg
H+ Hotel Salzburg
4 out of 5
Südtiroler Platz 13, Salzburg, Salzburg
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥27,231 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
¥27,231
¥31,169 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable Sauna facility was very nice .and location is perfect. Front desk male Clark was very unpleasant I Asked if they have any Ice ,he almost shouted me that they don’t have any ice"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

H+ Hotel Salzburg
IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
4.5 out of 5
Rainerstrasse 6-8, Salzburg, Salzburg
The price is ¥41,498 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥41,498
¥46,863 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Beautiful hotel!
"Beautiful hotel with amazing breakfast, quick walk to old town. Comfy bed and really nice staff."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Numa Salzburg Vogelweider
Numa Salzburg Vogelweider
3 out of 5
Vogelweiderstrasse 33, Salzburg, Salzburg
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mirabell Palace and Mozart's ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (106 reviews)
Nice affordable comfy room
"The roomis equipped with a small kitchenette. Microwave, plates, bowls n dishing detergent."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Numa Salzburg Vogelweider
master Mirabell
master Mirabell
3.5 out of 5
Rainerstraße 7, Salzburg
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (370 reviews)
"We loved the area. The comunication with the host was great. We didn’t like that the eletricity went down a few times. We had to get up at night to go to the bathroom in the dark. The second night the eletricity went down again but then we had figure out that it was a problem with the light switch ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

master Mirabell
Numa Salzburg Mozart
Numa Salzburg Mozart
3.5 out of 5
Franz-Josef-Straße 27, Salzburg, Salzburg
Stay at this aparthotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Mirabell Palace and Mozart's Birthplace ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (221 reviews)
"Stayed in the XL room- cute clean spacious apt and bathroom…close to city centre and train station- 5 min walk to bridge and all amenities..great bar attached to hotel- with great drinks and food- sitting area outside Numa staff excellent when we had trouble checking in- prompt and friendly ..."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2025

Numa Salzburg Mozart
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Salzburg

4.8
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Easily navigable city with an abundance of charm and access to commanding outdoor activities. Enough activities to occupy a few days. Would definitely recommend combining Salzburg into a trip with areas in the Saltzkamergut

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lovely city with lots to see and do. Great history and easy to get around. The Salzburg travel pass is great value

5/5 - Excellent

A.Bissar

Beautiful little city with a lot of history and a lot to see. Also great to go out of town and check out the towns, mountains and lakes out of town in the vicinity of Salzburg region.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice medieval town. Cool castle and pleasant river. Enjoyed Monkeys cafe by the river. Couldn’t believe how nice the weather was in FEB.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Salzburg is a very charming little place with lots to see and enjoy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

City of music, military history, centuries old town, great cafe and restaurants, local brand stores, good Salzburg beers

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