Things to do · Salzburg, Austria
Things to Do in Salzburg
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- Getting there
- The city is served by Salzburg Airport (SZG), just three kilometres from the historic centre, with regular connections to Vienna, Munich and other European hubs. Travelers often arrive via the nearby Munich Airport (about 110 km) and take a shuttle or train, while the Austrian Federal Railways run frequent services from Vienna and Innsbruck into Salzburg’s main station, a short walk from the old town.
- Who goes
- Salzburg welcomes roughly 2½ million visitors each year, drawn by its baroque charm, music heritage and Alpine backdrop. The summer months, especially July and August, see the highest crowds as festivals swell the streets, whereas the winter period after the holiday season tends to be quieter, appealing to those seeking a more relaxed pace.
- Budgeting
- A careful traveler can expect to spend around €50–70 per day (about $55–80), while a comfortable stay typically runs €100–150 (roughly $110–165), with lodging and meals taking up the biggest share of the budget. To stretch your money, consider purchasing a Salzburg Card for discounted museum entry and free public transport, which can shave a noticeable amount off daily costs. Estimate →
Salzburg Zoo Hellbrunn
attraction · 4.6 rating · €17
A zoo set below the cliffs near Hellbrunn Palace, home to a wide range of animals in naturalistic enclosures. A popular outing for families and animal lovers.
Fortress Hohensalzburg
attraction · 4.5 rating · €19.20
A large medieval hilltop fortress overlooking Salzburg, one of Europe's best-preserved castles. Travelers visit for panoramic city views, ramparts, and historic interiors.
Mirabell Palace
attraction · 4.5 rating · Free
A Baroque palace in Salzburg known for its ornate Marble Hall and gardens, now partly used for civic functions and concerts. Travelers visit for its architecture and history.
Getreidegasse Street
attraction · 4.4 rating · Free
Salzburg's most famous shopping street, a narrow old-town lane lined with historic wrought-iron guild signs and boutiques, and home to Mozart's birthplace. A central destination for strolling and shopping.
Salzburg Cathedral
church · 4.5 rating · €5
A grand baroque cathedral in the heart of the old town with an ornate interior and impressive domes. Travelers visit for its architecture, religious significance, and connection to Mozart's baptism.
Mozart's Birthplace
attraction · 4.4 rating · €18
The house where Mozart was born, now a museum in Salzburg's old town preserving artifacts of his early life. Travelers visit to see this iconic site of musical heritage.
Hellbrunn Palace
attraction · 4.3 rating · €16.50
An early 17th-century Baroque villa on the outskirts of Salzburg famous for its trick fountains and ornate grounds. A traveler would go to tour the palace and experience the playful water features.
Stift Nonnberg
attraction · 4.5 rating · Free
A Benedictine convent perched above Salzburg, considered the oldest continuously existing nunnery north of the Alps and featured in The Sound of Music. Travelers visit for its history, chapel, and hilltop views.
Schloss Leopoldskron
hotel · 4.6 rating · Free
An 18th-century rococo palace set on a lake, famous as a filming location for The Sound of Music and now operating as a hotel and cultural venue. Travelers come for its scenic lakeside setting and film heritage.
Mönchsberg
mountain · 4.5 rating · Free
Wooded hill above the Old Town offering hiking trails and sweeping views of the fortress and Alps.
Museum der Moderne Salzburg
attraction · 4.3 rating · Free
The full name of Salzburg's contemporary art museum atop the Mönchsberg, showing modern and contemporary works with sweeping city views. Travelers visit for rotating exhibitions and the vista.
Salzburg Toy Museum
museum · 4.4 rating · Free
Museum near Mozartplatz featuring interactive toy exhibits for children and adults.
Kapuzinerberg
attraction · 4.7 rating · Free
A forested hill rising above Salzburg's old town, offering trails and panoramic viewpoints over the city and river. Travelers hike up for the views and quiet nature away from the crowds.
Kapitelplatz
attraction · 4.6 rating · Free
A large square beside Salzburg Cathedral known for its giant golden globe sculpture and chessboard, sitting at the foot of the fortress. Travelers pass through for its landmarks and open atmosphere.
Alter Markt
attraction · 4.6 rating · Free
A historic market square in Salzburg's old town lined with traditional shops, cafes, and an ornate old pharmacy. Travelers visit to soak up the historic atmosphere and browse boutiques.
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